Apply for Punjab Rashan Card Online & Offline

The Punjab government has introduced the Rashan Card to help low-income families purchase essentials such as flour, sugar, oil, and pulses at affordable prices. The best part? You can apply easily either online from home or offline at a nearby center. In this article, we’ll guide you through the benefits, who can apply, and the simple steps to get your Rashan Card in 2025.

Eligibility Criteria

Must have a valid CNIC
Must be a resident of Punjab
Belong to a low-income household
Priority for BISP or Ehsaas Program beneficiaries.

Required Documents

When applying for the CM Punjab Rashan Card, keep these documents ready:

Original CNIC: Your Valid Computerized National Identity Card.

Registered Mobile Number: This SIM must be registered on your own CNIC.

Proof of Address: Like a utility bill or domicile.

Passport-size photo: Sometimes required for online application.

Income Details: If asked, provide your monthly information.

Apply Online

Open the Official Punjab Rashan Card website on your phone or your computer
On the home page, tap Online Registration / Apply.
Enter your CNIC number (without dashes).
Type your mobile number that is registered in your name.
Fill in basic details like name and address (and household info if asked).
Press Get Code / Send OTP. A verification code will arrive by SMS.
Put the OTP in the box and confirm.
Tick the declaration/consent box and hit Submit.
A reference or tracking number will appear. Save the screenshot or note down the number in a safe location.

Apply Offline

Go to the nearest Punjab Khidmat Markaz or a Utility Store that’s part of the Rashan Program.
Take your original CNIC and a mobile number registered in your name.
Ask the staff for the Punjab Rashan Card registration form.
Fill in your CNIC, mobile number, and address carefully.
The staff will check your CNIC through their system.
If details match the eligibility list, they will process your application.
You will get a slip or reference number for tracking your request.
Wait for the confirmation SMS from the program before using the card.

Check Application Status

Write your 13-digit CNIC (without dashes) and send it to the officail code. You’ll get your application status in seconds via SMS.
Visit the Punjab Rashan Program’s official website, open the Check Status section, and enter your CNIC to see the result.
Call the official helpline and provide your CNIC to the operator for status details.

Rashan Distribution Method

Once your Punjab Rashan Card is approved, you can collect discounted ration from registered Utility Stores or designated shops near your area.
Show your CNIC or Rashan Card to the shopkeeper for verification.
The shopkeeper will enter your CNIC in the system to confirm your subsidy.
After approval, you can buy items like flour, sugar, oil, and pulses at reduced prices.
Keep the purchase receipt for record in case of any issue.

Conclusion

The Punjab Rashan Card is a simple yet powerful support for low-income families in Punjab. With easy online and offline application options, you can register without any hassle. Once approved, start buying essential items at discounted rates and reduce your monthly expenses.

FAQs

Who can apply for the Punjab Rashan Card?

Any Punjab resident with a low income and a valid CNIC.

Where can I use my Rashan Card?

At Utility Stores or other shops approved under the program.

Where can I use my Rashan Card?

At registered Utility Stores or other shops participating in the Punjab Rashan Program.