In February 2026, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has significantly updated the PM Ramadan Relief Package. Transitioning away from old-fashioned utility store queues, the government has launched the Social Protection Wallet system. This digital-first approach ensures that the federal Rs. 5,000 cash grant and subsidized food reach families with total transparency.
For those in Punjab, this federal aid is being integrated with the Nigehban Ramzan Package, potentially bringing the total relief to Rs. 10,000 plus a free ration bag for the most vulnerable.
PM Ramadan Digital Wallet 2026: Fast Facts
| Feature | Details for Ramadan 2026 |
| Federal Cash Grant | Rs. 5,000 (Nationwide) |
| Integrated Package | Up to Rs. 13,000 (For select BISP categories) |
| Primary SMS Code | 9999 (Federal) / 8070 (Punjab) |
| Check Portal | 8171.bisp.gov.pk or pser.punjab.gov.pk |
| Registration Deadline | February 25, 2026 |
New Eligibility Thresholds (Updated)
The 2026 program uses a real-time data link between BISP and the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER):
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Income Limit: Monthly household income should generally be below Rs. 60,000.
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PMT Score: Your Poverty Means Test (PMT) score must be between 32 and 40 (depending on the specific category).
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Existing Beneficiaries: All active BISP/Kafaalat women are automatically included in the digital wallet rollout.
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Asset Rule: No family member should own a registered car (motorcycles are allowed).
How to Activate Your Digital Wallet in 2026
The process has been simplified to focus on mobile-based activation to avoid crowds.
Step 1: SMS Eligibility Check
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Nationwide: SMS your 13-digit CNIC to 9999.
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Punjab Residents: SMS your CNIC to 8070.
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You will receive a reply indicating whether you are “Eligible” or if you need to “Visit PSER/BISP Office.”
Step 2: The Social Protection SIM
As of March 2026, the government is distributing dedicated Social Protection SIM Cards to women beneficiaries. These SIMs come pre-registered with a digital wallet (JazzCash, Easypaisa, or HBL Konnect) specifically for government aid.
Step 3: Biometric Verification
If your wallet is not active, visit an HBL Konnect, UBL Omni, or Bank of Punjab (BOP) agent. A single thumb impression will verify your identity and release the Ramadan funds into your mobile account.
Cash Withdrawal and Spending
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ATM Access: You can withdraw your cash grant from any biometric-enabled ATM using just your CNIC.
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Utility Store Subsidy: Use your digital wallet at any Utility Store to get 20–30% discounts on flour, oil, sugar, and pulses.
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Nigehban Card: In Punjab, beneficiaries may also receive a physical “Nigehban Card” which acts as a debit card for these funds.