CM Punjab Rashan Card Scheme 2025 – September Update

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has taken another big step to provide relief to the poor by launching the Punjab Ration Card Program 2025. With food prices constantly rising, this scheme is designed to help low-income families cover their essential kitchen expenses.

September Update 2025

The government has confirmed that the registration process will be linked with the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER) survey. Families already enrolled in the Nigehban Program will automatically be included and do not need to reapply.

Key Program Details

• Program Name: Punjab Ration/Rashan Card Scheme
• Launched On: 29 April 2025
• Distribution Starts: 1 July 2025
• Monthly Assistance: Rs. 3,000
• Budget Allocated: Rs. 40 Billion
• Beneficiaries (Phase 1): 1.25 Million Families
• Special Quota: 40,000 mine & mineral workers
• Card Type: Digital Smart Card
• Use For: Household groceries
• Coverage Area: Entire Punjab
• Management Partner: JS Bank

Objectives of the Scheme

• Provide monthly relief to deserving families.
• Cover basic food expenses of the poor.
• Reduce hunger and malnutrition in Punjab.
• Ensure a transparent aid system through smart cards.

Benefits of the Rashan Card

• Rs. 3,000 per month for groceries.
• Discounts on Atta, sugar, ghee, rice, etc.
• Easy purchases at Utility Stores & registered shops.
• No more long queues for ration collection.
• Transparent and digital system for fair distribution.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, families must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a permanent resident of Punjab.
• Registered with the PSER Survey.
• Valid CNIC (as per NADRA records).
• Monthly income below Rs. 50,000.
• PMT Score under 35.
• Mobile number registered with CNIC.
• Not a government employee.
• Only one applicant per family.
• Not receiving aid from BISP.
• Families already in Nigehban Program will get priority.

Required Documents

• Valid CNIC/ID card.
• Mobile number (registered on same CNIC).
• Proof of residence/domicile.
• Proof of income (salary slip if available).
• Passport-size photographs.
• Utility bill (may be required for verification).

Do Nigehban Beneficiaries Need to Apply?

No. Families already registered under the Nigehban Ramadan Package are automatically included. Their data is already verified, so they don’t need to apply again.

How to Apply for Ration Card

📌 Online Method (Expected):

• Visit the PSER Portal (official site).
• Register with your CNIC, mobile number, and family details.
• Fill in income, education, and health details.
• Upload documents and submit.
• After verification, you’ll receive an SMS confirmation.

📌 Offline Method (Expected):

• Go to your nearest Union Council or Khidmat Markaz.
• Provide CNIC and phone number.
• Fill out the application form.
• Submit without any charges.

How to Check Application Status

• Visit Ehsaas Punjab Portal.
• Enter your CNIC to log in.
• Or send your CNIC via SMS to 8123.

Where Can You Use the Ration Card?

• Utility Store Corporation outlets.
• Registered Karyana shops.
• Ehsaas Rashan Centers (where available).

Registered shops will have government banners or QR codes for identification.

Final Words

The Punjab Ration Card 2025 is one of the biggest relief projects by CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif. With a budget of Rs. 40 billion, this program will directly help 1.25 million deserving families by ensuring they can afford daily food essentials.

With the September 2025 update, the government has clarified that the program will be fully linked with PSER data, and beneficiaries of the Nigehban Package are already included. This ensures transparency, speed, and maximum reach for those in need.