The 8070 Nigehban Ramzan Relief Package 2026 has been officially launched by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, and it is significantly more comprehensive than previous years. In 2026, the program has evolved into a hybrid relief model—offering both doorstep ration delivery and Rs. 10,000 cash assistance via the new Nigehban Card.
URGENT DEADLINE: The cutoff date for PSER registration and data updates is February 15, 2026. Ensure your information is verified before this date to guarantee eligibility for the first distribution phase starting in early March.
8070 Ramzan Package 2026: What’s New?
The 2026 package is fully integrated with the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER). If you are not in the PSER database, your 8070 SMS may return a “Record Not Found” message.
| Feature | 2026 Update Details |
| Cash Amount | Rs. 10,000 (One-time grant) |
| Ration Bag | 10kg Flour, 2kg Sugar, 2kg Ghee, 2kg Rice, 1kg Pulses |
| Withdrawal | Nigehban ATM Card or Bank of Punjab (BOP) ATMs |
| Distribution | Door-to-door delivery via “Maryam Ki Dastak” representatives |
| Registration | SMS to 8070 or PSER Online Portal |
How to Register & Check Eligibility (2026 Methods)
Method 1: SMS to 8070 (Fastest Check)
The SMS service is now faster and linked directly to NADRA.
- Open a new message and type your 13-digit CNIC (no dashes).
- Send it to 8070.
- Wait for the Specific Reply:
- “Eligible”: You are cleared for the 2026 package.
- “Please register via PSER”: Your data is missing. You must visit
pser.punjab.gov.pkimmediately. - “Ineligible”: Your PMT score or assets (vehicle/income) exceed the limit.
Method 2: Online PSER Portal (Mandatory for New Users)
If your SMS fails, you must register on the PSER Portal.
- Create an account using your CNIC and mobile number.
- Complete the “Household Survey” (takes about 15 minutes).
- Pro Tip: If you share an electricity meter with other families, select the “Shared Connection” option to prevent a high bill from ruining your PMT score.
The 2026 Nigehban Card & Cash Withdrawal
For 2026, the government is issuing physical Nigehban Cards to eligible heads of households.
- Where to get it: Cards are distributed via local Union Council offices or delivered to your home by government teams.
- How to withdraw: Use the card at any Bank of Punjab (BOP) ATM. If you don’t have a card, you will receive a 6-digit code via SMS from 8070 to withdraw cash through biometric verification at HBL Konnect or BOP branches.
Eligibility Criteria: Why You Might Be Rejected
The 2026 criteria are strictly digital. You will likely be disqualified if:
- Income: Your monthly household income is verified as above Rs. 60,000.
- Assets: You own a car or tractor (motorcycles are allowed).
- Utility Bills: Your average monthly electricity bill exceeds Rs. 8,000.
- Travel: Any family member has a record of non-religious international travel.
- Duplicate: More than one person from the same “Gharana” (household) has applied.