Himmat Card 2026: Rs10,500 Quarterly for Persons with Disabilities, Eligibility and Status Check

The Himmat Card (CM Punjab Himmat Card) gives Rs10,500 every quarter to persons with disabilities in Punjab who cannot work to earn a living. It is run by the Punjab Social Welfare & Bait-ul-Maal Department. More than 100,000 persons with disabilities benefited in the 2025-26 financial year, and the Punjab budget sets aside Rs5 billion for the programme in 2026-27.

Quick facts

Item	Details
Programme	CM Punjab Himmat Card
Run by	Social Welfare & Bait-ul-Maal Department, Punjab
Amount	Rs10,500 per quarter (Rs42,000 per year)
Who it helps	Persons with disabilities assessed as not fit to work
PMT limit	45 or below
Beneficiaries	More than 100,000 in 2025-26
Budget 2026-27	Rs5 billion
Women’s quota	30%
Status check	DPMIS Himmat Card verification portal
Helpline	1312

What is the Himmat Card?

The Himmat Card is a quarterly cash stipend for persons with disabilities who are unable to earn a livelihood. The money is paid into the beneficiary’s bank account linked with the card, and an SMS is sent with the payment details.

Phases so far

Batch 1: 40,000 cards.
Batch 2: 25,000 cards.
Phase 3: launched on 1 October 2025 to add about 35,000 more beneficiaries.
In total, more than 100,000 persons with disabilities benefited in 2025-26, at a cost of Rs4.83 billion.

Who is eligible?

CNIC (or B-Form for a child) registered in Punjab.
Certified as a person with disability by the Social Welfare Department.
Assessed as “Not Fit to Work”.
Not employed in any government or private office.
Not receiving aid from BISP, PSPA, Zakat or similar programmes.
PMT score of 45 or below.
There is no specific age limit; a child with a disability can be enrolled by a parent or guardian.

Documents required

Valid (not expired) CNIC or NADRA B-Form.
Disability certificate issued by the Social Welfare Department.
Updated mobile number and home address.

How to get registered for the Himmat Card

There is no separate open application form for the card. Eligible persons are shortlisted automatically from the Social Welfare Department’s disability database (DPMIS). To be considered:

Apply for a disability assessment and certificate at your district Social Welfare office.
Make sure your record (CNIC, mobile number and address) is correct in DPMIS. You can update it through the DPMIS portal or at the Social Welfare office.
Make sure your household has a PMT score of 45 or below; families above 45 are not shortlisted.
Shortlisted persons are verified and issued cards in batches.

Himmat Card status check

Open the DPMIS Himmat Card verification page (dpmis.punjab.gov.pk/himmatcard-verification).
Enter your CNIC or B-Form number to check your status.
If you have a problem, contact your district Social Welfare office or call 1312.

Payment problems and lost cards

If you did not receive payment after approval, check that your bank account details are correct and contact the Social Welfare Department.
A fingerprint (biometric) mismatch can be fixed through camp officers or the service provider, after which verification is retried.
Report a lost card to the Social Welfare Department to get a replacement.

Related guides on PK Portals

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Himmat Card payment?

Rs10,500 every quarter.

What is the Himmat Card helpline number?

1312.

How do I check my Himmat Card status?

On the DPMIS verification portal with your CNIC or B-Form number, or at your district Social Welfare office.

Can a child with a disability get the Himmat Card?

Yes. A parent or guardian can apply on the child’s behalf if all the criteria are met.

Is there an age limit for the Himmat Card?

No specific age limit is set.

Can BISP beneficiaries get the Himmat Card?

No. People receiving aid from BISP, PSPA or Zakat are not eligible.

What PMT score is required?

45 or below.

Official sources

Last updated: 17 October 2026.