What is the Rehmat Card?
The Rehmat Card is a Punjab government programme launched on 1 May 2026 to give one-time financial support to eligible widows and orphans from the provincial Zakat fund. The government announced a fund of Rs 5 billion for an initial phase covering 50,000 families.
How much is paid?
The Punjab government's published information states Rs 100,000 per widow, with an additional Rs 25,000 for each orphan child, up to a maximum of Rs 150,000 per family. Some media reports describe the child amount differently. Because amounts can be revised, check the official portal for the current figure.
Who can get it?
- Muslim widows and parentless orphans in Punjab who qualify as Zakat recipients.
- The widow's status should appear on her CNIC; children should have a B-form.
- The applicant's mobile number should be registered in her own CNIC name.
- Not eligible: government employees and pensioners, anyone owning wealth above the nisab (Sahib-e-Nisab) and those receiving other regular financial assistance.
How to apply
- Open the official portal, rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk, or install the CM Punjab Rahmat Card app.
- Enter the CNIC and requested details. Records are verified with NADRA.
- Applications are screened using the Punjab socio-economic registry (PSER) and district quotas.
- If approved, payment is made digitally to a mobile wallet; the government has named JazzCash for disbursement.
- For help call the helpline 1077.
Sources
Summary based on information published by the Government of Punjab at punjab.gov.pk and news reports of the launch. Details may have changed since our last review.
Not sure whether you owe zakat yourself? Try the zakat calculator.
Practical tips for applicants
- Make sure the widow status is recorded on the CNIC before applying; correcting it at NADRA can take time.
- Keep the B-forms of children ready.
- Use a mobile number registered in the applicant's own CNIC name, because payment goes to a mobile wallet.
- Keep the application receipt or tracking number.
- If you receive a call or message asking for money, hang up: the process is free.
How Zakat funding works
Pakistan's Zakat and Ushr system collects zakat from eligible bank balances on 1 Ramadan, and provincial funds distribute it through programmes. Because Rehmat Card is Zakat-funded, the rules about who qualifies are linked to who may receive zakat. You can read more on calculating your own obligation in the zakat calculator.
Other support to consider
Families may also qualify for health coverage under the Sehat Card. Students from low-income families can look at the scholarships guide, and the Punjab student e-bike scheme offers subsidised transport for eligible students. Browse everything on the government schemes page, or check household budgets with the salary calculator and electricity bill calculator.
Frequently asked questions
How much money does the Rehmat Card give?
According to the Punjab government, Rs 100,000 per widow with an additional Rs 25,000 per orphan child, up to Rs 150,000 per family. Some news reports quote different figures for orphans, so confirm on the official portal.
Who is eligible?
Zakat-eligible Muslim widows and parentless orphans in Punjab. The government excludes government employees and pensioners, people who own wealth above the nisab and those already receiving other regular assistance.
How do I apply?
Through the official portal rahmatcard.punjab.gov.pk or the CM Punjab Rahmat Card app, or by calling the helpline 1077. Apply only through official channels.
Does anyone charge a fee?
No. Do not pay agents or middlemen.
Why was my application not accepted?
Applications are checked against NADRA records and district quotas under the programme. Check that your CNIC shows your widow status, that children have a B-form and that the mobile number is registered in your own CNIC name.