Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card 2025 Complete Guide – Eligibility, Registration & Help for Deserving Families

Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card 2025

Punjab’s new Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card 2025 is a big relief for thousands of families who are worried about rising grocery prices every month. This card has been specially launched to support poor households in Punjab who cannot easily buy flour, ghee, sugar, pulses, and oil due to high inflation.

Many families are still confused about who can get this card, how to apply, what documents are needed, and where to file complaints if they face any issue. If you are also planning to apply or want to know the correct way, read this complete guide step by step.

What is the Purpose of Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card?

The main goal behind this Rashan Card is to give poor people cheap grocery items every month. The Punjab government is trying to cover the maximum number of needy families by checking their CNIC, NADRA, and BISP data to make sure only deserving families get this benefit.

Under the Rashan Card, you can get subsidized:

• Wheat flour (atta)
• Ghee/cooking oil
• Pulses (daal)
• Sugar
• Rice (in some areas)
• Sometimes extra items under special relief

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Eligibility Criteria – Who Can Get Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card?

The Punjab government has set simple rules to make sure this subsidy reaches only those who really need it.

Conditions to qualify:

• Your monthly income must be below Rs. 60,000.
• Daily wage workers, laborers, unemployed persons can apply.
• If you are already getting BISP or Ehsaas support, you will get priority.
• You must have a valid CNIC issued by NADRA.
• Women-headed families, widows, or families with orphans will get special preference.
• If your utility bills show you have big expenses or property, you may not qualify.
• You must be a permanent resident of Punjab.

Many poor families still do not know that widows and women who run the household alone are encouraged to register. This is part of the women empowerment effort under Maryam Nawaz’s social protection plans.

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How to Register for Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card 2025

Now let’s talk about the step-by-step registration. Many people don’t have internet, so the government has given both online and SMS methods.

Online Registration Process

If you or your children have internet access, do this:

1. Visit the Punjab Social Protection Authority website or the official Punjab Ehsaas Rashan Portal.
2. Enter your CNIC number to verify your eligibility.
3. Fill the online form with correct income, family members, address, and mobile number.
4. Upload a scanned copy of CNIC and any other documents if asked.
5. Wait for SMS confirmation from 8070.
6. Once approved, collect your Rashan Card from the local registration centre or the Utility Store.
   

How to Register by SMS

If you don’t have internet or smartphone, you can still apply by SMS:

1. Type your valid CNIC number (without spaces).
2. Send it to 8070.
3. Wait for a reply about your eligibility.
4. If you get a confirmation, take your CNIC and visit the nearest Utility Store or USC outlet.
   

Documents You Need for Rashan Card

Before you apply, keep these basic things ready:

• Valid original CNIC (should not be expired)
• If you are a widow, keep death certificate of husband (if needed)
• Recent utility bill (sometimes they check to confirm address)
• Mobile number registered on your name
  

Issues People Face and How to File Complaint

Many deserving families complain they don’t get messages or their CNIC shows not eligible even when they are poor. Some get stuck due to mismatched CNIC or BISP data. Here is what you can do:

✅ Always double-check that your CNIC is updated in NADRA.
✅ If you did not get SMS confirmation but you are poor, visit the nearest Punjab Khidmat Markaz or BISP office and show proof.
✅ If you have any issue, immediately call the helpline or visit Utility Store complaint desk.

Rashan Card Helpline Numbers

Below are important numbers you must save if you face any trouble:

• Punjab Rashan Helpline: 0800-02345 (Toll-Free)
• SMS Helpline: 8070
• NADRA Helpline: 7000 (for CNIC correction)
• Nearest Khidmat Markaz: Visit if your complaint is not solved by phone.

How to Check Rashan Card Status

Many people worry whether they are approved or not. It’s simple:

• Go to the official Punjab Rashan Portal.
• Click Check Status.
• Enter your CNIC number.
• You will see your card status, eligibility, and next steps.
  

Key Points to Remember

Keep these tips in mind so no one can scam you:

• Never pay any agent for registration — it’s free.
• Always use official SMS or portal only.
• Keep your CNIC renewed to avoid rejection.
• Save confirmation SMS in case of any complaint.

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Main Benefits of Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card

• Monthly Discount: 30–40% subsidy on basic food items.
• Digital Process: Less corruption, more transparency.
• Women Priority: Women-headed houses get priority.
• Flexible Use: Use card at Utility Stores and fair price shops.
• Mobile Units: For remote villages, mobile units are available.

✅ Quick Bullet Recap

• Monthly income under Rs. 60,000
• Valid CNIC required
  Apply online or SMS 8070
• Visit Utility Store to collect ration
• Call helpline if stuck
• Use only official channels

FAQs – Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card 2025

Who can apply for the Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card?
Anyone living in Punjab with income less than Rs. 60,000, widows, daily wagers, orphans, BISP families.

Is there any fee to register?
No, the government does not charge any registration fee.

What if my CNIC is expired?
Renew your CNIC from NADRA before applying.

How to complain if my card is not issued?

 Call 0800-02345 or visit nearest Utility Store or Khidmat Markaz.

Conclusion 

The Maryam Nawaz Rashan Card 2025 is a blessing for poor people who are struggling with high grocery prices. If you think you qualify, follow the right method — online or SMS — and always keep your CNIC up to date. If you face any trouble, don’t pay agents — use the helpline, visit official centers, and protect your subsidy.

Stay updated through the official Punjab Social Protection Authority or news channels for new announcements. May this Rashan Card bring ease to every deserving household in Punjab!

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