The Government of Punjab has launched the Rahmat Card Program, a landmark social safety net designed to provide direct financial support to widows and orphans across the province. Digitally inaugurated by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, it is described as Pakistan's first program of its kind, moving welfare support away from ad-hoc charity toward a structured, dignified, and technology-driven assistance system.
In this guide, we explain what the Rahmat Card Punjab scheme offers, who is eligible, how much financial assistance you can receive, and the complete step-by-step process to register and apply online.
What Is the Rahmat Card Program?
The Rahmat Card is a Zakat & Ushr Department initiative that provides a one-time cash grant to Zakat-eligible widows and double-parent orphans (parentless children) across Punjab. The program has an initial budget allocation of Rs. 5 billion from the Provincial Zakat Fund and aims to support 50,000 families in its first phase.
The scheme is a joint digital initiative of the Zakat & Ushr Department, Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB), NADRA, the Punjab Social Protection Authority, and JazzCash — covering the entire process from application and eligibility verification to transparent, biometric-enabled digital disbursement.
Rahmat Card: How Much Financial Assistance Will You Get?
- Rs. 100,000 grant for eligible widows.
- Rs. 25,000 additional support per orphan child.
- Maximum of Rs. 150,000 per family, combining both categories.
Payments are disbursed through JazzCash wallet accounts, and on the instructions of the Chief Minister, the Punjab government covers the wallet service charges so beneficiaries receive their full amount without deductions.
Rahmat Card Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Rahmat Card Program, applicants must generally meet the following conditions:
- Must be a Muslim widow or a double-parent orphan (parentless) child eligible for Zakat under Shariah.
- Must be a permanent resident of Punjab.
- Household must fall within the low-income threshold defined by the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER).
- For widows, the "widow" marital status must be updated on the CNIC.
- For orphan children, a valid Child Registration Certificate (B-Form) is required.
- The mobile number used for registration must be registered on the applicant's own CNIC.
- Government employees, pensioners, and Zakat payers (Sahib-e-Nisab individuals) are not eligible for this program.
Documents Required for Rahmat Card Registration
- Original CNIC of the applicant
- Husband's death certificate (for widow applicants)
- Child's B-Form (for orphan applicants)
- Active mobile number registered on the applicant's own CNIC
- Bank or JazzCash wallet details for disbursement
How to Register for Rahmat Card Online
Eligible widows and orphan families can register through any of the following channels:
1. Official Web Portal
- Visit the official portal: rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk
- Click the Register button on the homepage.
- Enter your CNIC number and mobile number, then create a password.
- Verify your identity using the OTP sent to your mobile.
- Log in and complete your personal, address, and family details.
- The system automatically verifies your marital/parental status through NADRA.
- Submit the application and note your tracking reference.
2. Mobile App
Applicants can also register using the official CM Punjab Rahmat Card mobile app, available on the Google Play Store, which offers the same registration and status-tracking features as the web portal.
3. Zakat & Ushr Office
Citizens who are unfamiliar with the online process can visit their nearest Zakat and Ushr office to get in-person assistance with registration.
4. Helpline
For queries or help with registration, applicants can call the official helpline: 1077.
How Beneficiaries Are Selected
Beneficiaries are shortlisted through the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER) database, with final selection made on the basis of district-wise quotas to ensure fair distribution across Punjab rather than concentration in one area. If an applicant is not already registered in PSER, their eligibility is verified directly through NADRA records.
How to Check Rahmat Card Application Status
Applicants who have already submitted their form can track their application status online at: rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk/applicant/applications/status by entering their CNIC number.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the Rahmat Card Punjab program?
It is a Punjab government welfare initiative that provides a one-time cash grant to Zakat-eligible widows and orphan children through the Zakat & Ushr Department.
Q2. How much money do I get from the Rahmat Card?
Widows receive Rs. 100,000, and families receive an additional Rs. 25,000 per orphan child, up to a maximum of Rs. 150,000 per family.
Q3. Who is not eligible for the Rahmat Card?
Government employees, pensioners, and Zakat payers (Sahib-e-Nisab individuals) cannot apply for this program.
Q4. How can I register for the Rahmat Card?
You can register online at rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk, through the CM Punjab Rahmat Card mobile app, or by visiting your nearest Zakat & Ushr office.
Q5. How will I receive the payment?
Financial assistance is disbursed through a JazzCash wallet account, and the Punjab government pays the wallet service charges on your behalf.
Q6. What is the Rahmat Card helpline number?
You can call 1077 for help with registration or application queries.
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Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only, based on public news reports and the official Punjab Zakat & Ushr Department portal. Registration for the Rahmat Card is completely free — always apply directly through the official website rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk and never share bank or CNIC details with unofficial callers or SMS.
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