CM Punjab Ration Card 2025 – Complete Guide, Eligibility, Online Registration & Monthly Rs. 3,000 Subsidy

The CM Punjab Ration Card Program 2025, launched under the leadership of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, is a large-scale welfare initiative aimed at reducing food insecurity and supporting financially vulnerable households across Punjab. The program provides a monthly subsidy of Rs. 3,000 to 1.25 million families in its first phase, enabling them to purchase essential food items through a secure, digital smart card system.

The ration card distribution officially began on 1 July 2025, and the program continues to expand across all districts of Punjab.

Program Overview

Category	Details
Program Name	CM Punjab Ration Card Program 2025
Launched By	Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif
Launch Date	29 April 2025
Monthly Subsidy	Rs. 3,000
Beneficiaries (Phase 1)	1.25 Million Families
Card Type	Digital Smart Card
Managing Bank	JS Bank
Eligible Stores	Utility Stores & verified Kiryana Shops
Purpose	Food security & relief to low-income families

Purpose of the Ration Card Program

The program aims to:

Provide direct financial relief to low-income families.
Ensure easy access to daily food essentials.
Reduce the financial burden caused by inflation and rising food prices.
Digitalize subsidy distribution for improved transparency and accuracy.
Strengthen the local retail ecosystem by partnering with registered shopkeepers.

Key Benefits of the Program

Rs. 3,000 monthly subsidy for groceries.
Families can purchase essential food items including flour, rice, pulses, sugar, and ghee.
Entire process—registration, verification, approval, and subsidy—is digital and automated.
No need for manual forms or long queues.
Smart card ensures quick, secure, and transparent transactions.
Verified PSER households are automatically added.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria	Requirement
Residency	Punjab permanent resident
Monthly Income	Less than Rs. 50,000
PMT Score	Below 35 (priority households under 32 or 25)
Government Employees	Not eligible
BISP Beneficiaries	Not included
CNIC	Mandatory and must be valid
Registered Mobile Number	Must be linked to CNIC
PSER Registration	Required for verification

Households listed during the Nigehban Survey or PSER survey receive automatic consideration.

Required Documents

Valid CNIC
Mobile number registered in applicant’s name
Proof of income (salary slip/affidavit)
Utility bill (address verification if needed)
Family details (FRC if required)
Passport-size photograph (optional at some centers)

How to Register for the Ration Card

1. Online Registration (PSER Portal)

Follow these steps:

Open PSER Registration Portal:
👉 pser.punjab.gov.pk/register
Enter your full name, CNIC, mobile number, and email.
Create a secure password.
Log in and click New Application.
Fill in:
- Personal information
- Household income
- Property & utility details
- Family size & employment details
Submit your application online.
Wait for SMS confirmation after verification.

2. Registration Through e-Khidmat Markaz

You may also register at any e-Khidmat Center:

Bring original CNIC.
Provide household details.
Staff will enter your application into the PSER system.
You will receive a tracking slip or SMS.

3. Registration Through Union Council

Your nearest Union Council Office can assist with:

Application submission
CNIC verification
Providing program information
Guiding you on card collection

4. Door-to-Door PSER Survey

PSER teams continue visiting homes for:

Household data updates
Direct enrollment of eligible families
Income & poverty score assessment

Ration Card Collection Process

After your eligibility is confirmed:

You will receive an official SMS or a call from the Union Council.
Visit the Union Council with your original CNIC.
Receive your digital ration card linked to your CNIC.
Card activation takes 24–48 hours.
You can begin using the card immediately once activated.

How to Use the Ration Card

Visit any registered kiryana merchant or Utility Store.
Show your CNIC or ration card.
Buy essential food items up to Rs. 3,000 subsidy every month.
The merchant verifies your identity digitally.
Amount is automatically deducted from your monthly quota.

Note:
Unused balance does not carry forward to next month.

Plot Distribution / Beneficiary Table (As Requested)

District	Beneficiary Families (Approx.)	Distribution Status
Lahore	150,000	Active
Rawalpindi	110,000	Active
Multan	95,000	Active
Faisalabad	130,000	Active
Gujranwala	90,000	Active
Bahawalpur	85,000	Active
Sargodha	80,000	Active
Sialkot	75,000	Active
DG Khan	65,000	Active
Muzaffargarh	60,000	Active
Rahim Yar Khan	95,000	Active
Other Districts (Combined)	315,000	Ongoing

Real-Time Status & Tracking

You can track your application using:

PSER Dashboard (login required)
Union Council Record
e-Khidmat Markaz Tracking
Official helpline support

Tracking includes:

Submission status
Verification stage
Approval timeline
Card availability & distribution schedule

Latest Updates (Nov 2025)

All districts have initiated distribution.
Punjab Government is planning Phase 2, adding more families.
Only verified shopkeepers are authorized to accept the ration card.
Ration card is being integrated with Punjab Grocery Subsidy Program for future benefits.
Additional subsidies on flour and ghee are expected from December 2025.

Conclusion

The CM Punjab Ration Card Program 2025 is a vital step toward providing stable, monthly grocery support to low-income families affected by inflation. With a transparent and digital approach, this program ensures that subsidies reach the deserving households with zero corruption, minimum effort, and maximum convenience.

Punjab residents meeting the eligibility criteria are encouraged to register through the PSER Portal, Union Council, or e-Khidmat Markaz to secure their family’s monthly food support.