CM Punjab Sehat Card Eligibility Criteria – Who can Apply?
The Punjab Sehat Card is a government scheme that helps families in Punjab get free medical treatment. It was launched to support people who cannot afford costly hospital bills. With this card, people who qualify can go to the selected hospitals and get free treatment. In this article, we’ll share who can apply, what documents are needed, and how you can check your eligibility.
پنجاب صحت کارڈ ایک حکومتی اسکیم ہے جو پنجاب میں خاندانوں کو مفت علاج کرانے میں مدد کرتی ہے۔ یہ ان لوگوں کی مدد کے لیے شروع کیا گیا تھا جو ہسپتال کے مہنگے بل برداشت نہیں کر سکتے۔ اس کارڈ کے ذریعے اہل افراد منتخب ہسپتالوں میں جا کر مفت علاج کروا سکتے ہیں۔ اس آرٹیکل میں، ہم بتائیں گے کہ کون درخواست دے سکتا ہے، کن دستاویزات کی ضرورت ہے، اور آپ اپنی اہلیت کی جانچ کیسے کر سکتے ہیں۔
Read More: Apply For Punjab Sehat Card Online
Eligibility Criteria
Must be a resident of Punjab
- A valid CNIC is required for eligibility.
- Registered in the NSER survey with a low poverty score.
- Married women, children, and dependent family members are also covered under the head of the household.
Required Documents
- Original CNIC
- Family Registration Certificate (B-Form for children)
- Proof of residence if asked during verification
Check Your Eligibility Online / By SMS
- Send your CNIC number (without dashes) to 8500.
- You’ll get a message back telling you if you are eligible.
- You can also check through the official Sehat Card website by entering your CNIC.
Who is Not Eligible?
- Families with a high PMT (poverty score) in the NSER survey.
- People living outside Punjab.
- Individuals without a valid CNIC.
Benefits of Having a Sehat Card
- Free treatment in government and private panel hospitals.
- Coverage for surgeries, maternity care, emergencies, and major diseases.
- Family coverage up to a certain financial limit every year.
Common Problems & Solutions
- CNIC not showing eligible: Go to NADRA, update your family details, and then recheck.
- Name missing in family list: Add the missing family members through NADRA record update.
- Card not received: No need to worry, your CNIC itself works as the Sehat Card.
Conclusion
Punjab Sehat Card is a big step by the Punjab Government to support families who cannot afford medical care. If you are living in Punjab, simply check your CNIC through SMS and find out your eligibility. It is free, easy, and can save you from huge medical expenses.
FAQs
Can students apply individually?
No, students are covered under their parents’ Sehat Card.
Is the Sehat Card free?
Yes, it is provided free of cost by the Punjab Government.
Which hospitals accept it?
Both government and private hospitals are listed on the Sehat Card panel.
Can I use it outside Punjab?
No, it is only valid in Punjab province.