The government has launched comprehensive relief initiatives to support low-income families across Pakistan. With the rising cost of living, these programs—specifically the Punjab Ramzan Nigehban Package and the Federal PM Ramzan Relief Package—aim to provide immediate financial relief and food security to those most in need.
Relief Packages 2026
| Feature | Federal PM Ramzan Package | Punjab “Nigehban” Package |
| Cash Assistance | Rs. 13,000 | Rs. 10,000 |
| Primary Goal | Nationwide Cash Relief | Cash + Free Ration Bag |
| SMS Code | 9999 | 8070 |
| Official Portal | pmrrp.nitb.gov.pk | pser.punjab.gov.pk |
How to Check Your Eligibility
You can verify your status for both programs from the comfort of your home. These services are 100% free and require only your 13-digit CNIC.
- Via SMS (Easiest Method): * Open your mobile messaging app.
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number (ensure no dashes or spaces).
- Send it to 9999 (Federal) or 8070 (Punjab Nigehban).
- You will receive an automated reply confirming your eligibility status.
- Via Official Online Portals:
- Visit the respective portals listed in the table above.
- Enter your 13-digit CNIC.
- Complete the security CAPTCHA and click “Check Status.”
Important Steps for New Applicants
If you receive a “Record Not Found” message, your household information may be missing or outdated in the national database. To resolve this:
Keep Documents Ready: Ensure you have your original, valid CNIC, your children’s B-Forms, and a mobile number registered in your own name.
Important Information for Beneficiaries
Visit a BISP Tehsil Office: Complete a “Dynamic Survey.” This is a mandatory step to update your socioeconomic profile, which is required for all future government welfare programs.
- Payment Collection: If you are confirmed as “Eligible,” you will be notified via SMS regarding the collection process. This typically involves biometric verification at designated bank branches (e.g., Bank of Punjab, HBL, Bank Alfalah) or authorized government campsites. Always carry your original, valid CNIC.
- “Record Not Found”: If your status is “Not Found,” your household information may be missing or outdated in the national database. You should visit your nearest BISP Tehsil Office to complete a free “Dynamic Survey.”
- Avoid Scams: * Registration is free. No government official or representative will charge you money for registration.
- Never share your PIN, OTP, or passwords. * Only rely on official SMS codes (9999, 8070) and official government websites (ending in
.gov.pkor.gop.pk).
- Never share your PIN, OTP, or passwords. * Only rely on official SMS codes (9999, 8070) and official government websites (ending in
Next Steps
If you have already checked your status and require assistance with a missing record or payment issue, you can contact the official helpline at 0800-02345 (Punjab) or the BISP helpline at 0800-26477 (Federal).
