CM Punjab Rehmat Card 2026: Financial Relief for Widows and Orphans
In a historic move to strengthen social protection across the province, Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has officially approved the country's first-ever CM Punjab Rehmat Card. Managed and executed by the Zakat & Ushr Department of Punjab, this landmark initiative is dedicated to providing substantial financial assistance to the most vulnerable segments of society: widows and double-parent orphans (children who have lost both parents). The official portal is now live, and eligible citizens can complete their registration securely at https://rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk.
Financial Benefits and Coverage of the Rehmat Card
The primary objective of the Rehmat Card is to promote economic empowerment, self-reliance, and social dignity among families who have lost their primary earning members. The financial scope of this program is unprecedented:
- Support for Widows: Eligible widows will receive a direct financial grant of Rs. 100,000. This amount is intended to help them manage household expenses, clear debts, or start small income-generating businesses.
- Support for Orphans: Double-parent orphans (parentless children) are also fully eligible. The government will provide an amount of Rs. 100,000 per child to secure their educational and basic living needs.
To ensure that the funds are transferred securely and transparently without any middleman, the Punjab Government has integrated the payment system with Jazz Digital Wallet. During registration, applicants must consent to open a mobile wallet account linked to their registered mobile number to receive the grant directly.
Who is Eligible for the Rehmat Card?
The selection process for the Rehmat Card is strictly merit-based, utilizing data from the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER) and verifying poverty scores through a Proxy Means Test (PMT). The basic eligibility conditions are as follows:
- Zakat Deserving: The applicant must be a needy and poor Muslim widow or a parentless orphan who is eligible to receive Zakat under Islamic Shariah.
- Not a Government Employee: The applicant must not be a current government servant or receiving a government pension.
- Not a Sahib-e-Nisab: The applicant's wealth must fall below the Nisab threshold. Furthermore, they must not be a habitual beggar.
- No Duplicate Assistance: Individuals already receiving regular financial assistance from any other Punjab Government scheme are not eligible for the Rehmat Card.
Required Documents for Online Application
Before initiating the application process on the official portal, ensure you have the following documents ready:
- An updated and valid CNIC that clearly reflects the marital status as "Widow".
- The official B-Form (issued by NADRA) for orphan children.
- A registered mobile number that is active and in the applicant's or guardian's name.
- Death certificates of the husband or parents (if requested during the verification phase).
How to Apply Online at rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk
The Zakat & Ushr Department has made the application process entirely digital and user-friendly. Follow these steps to register:
- Access the Portal: Open your browser and visit the official website: rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk.
- Create a New Account (Naya Account Banayein): Click on the registration button. Enter the applicant's full name, valid CNIC number, and a registered mobile number. Create a secure password.
- Wallet Consent: Check the box that says, "I hereby gave my consent to open Jazz Digital Wallet account with this mobile number so that I can receive the amount from CM Punjab Rehmat Card."
- Fill Personal Information: Log in to your newly created account. Provide your CNIC issuance/expiry dates, date of birth, complete residential address (District and Tehsil), and religion.
- Enter Orphan Details (If Applicable): If applying for a child, enter the child's name, gender, B-Form number, B-Form issue date, and specify your exact relationship with the child (e.g., Uncle, Aunt, Grandmother).
- Final Declaration: Read the summary of your application. You must agree to the solemn declaration stating that you belong to a low-income household, are Mustahiq-e-Zakat, and are not a government employee.
- Submit: Click submit to generate your unique Application ID. Keep this Tracking ID safe for future status checks.
If applicants face any difficulties during the online registration process, they can call the official Helpline at 1077 for immediate assistance and guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How will I receive the Rehmat Card money?
A1: The financial grant (Rs. 100,000) will be transferred directly to your Jazz Digital Wallet, which is linked to your registered mobile number during the application process.
Q2: Can a government employee or pensioner apply for this card?
A2: No. Individuals receiving a government salary or pension are strictly ineligible for this Zakat-funded scheme.
Q3: I am already receiving funds from BISP. Can I apply for the Rehmat Card?
A3: Individuals receiving duplicate assistance from other major provincial or federal financial schemes may not qualify, as priority is given to unassisted families.
Q4: What is the helpline number if my application is stuck?
A4: You can dial the official helpline at 1077 for any registration or verification-related queries.