New Ehsaas Rashan Program 2025 CNIC Check Online
The Government of Pakistan has relaunched the Ehsaas Rashan Program 2025 to support poor and deserving families struggling to buy daily food items. Due to rising inflation and joblessness, many families find it difficult to manage their household expenses. To help them, the government is offering free rations and monthly subsidies under this new phase of the Ehsaas Program.
This guide explains how you can check your CNIC online, register for the Ehsaas Rashan Program, and receive your monthly subsidy in easy steps.
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What is the Ehsaas Rashan Program?
The Ehsaas Rashan Program is part of the government’s welfare projects, just like the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP). Its purpose is to reduce poverty and help low-income families meet their food needs.
Under this program, eligible families can get:
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A monthly subsidy of Rs. 4,500
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Discounts on essential grocery items at Utility Stores
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Free rations worth Rs. 4,500 from registered shops
So far, more than 20 million families have benefited from this initiative. The government has also approved Rs. 120 billion for the next six months to continue providing food support across Pakistan.
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Punjab Ration Subsidy and PMT Score
The Punjab government has introduced a special Ration Subsidy Scheme under the same program. Eligibility depends on your Proxy Means Test (PMT) score, which is based on your household income, property, and assets.
| PMT Score | Eligibility Status | Benefit Type |
|---|---|---|
| Below 40% | Fully Eligible | Free Ration or Full Subsidy |
| Above 40% | Partially Eligible | 20% Discount on Grocery Items |
If your PMT score is below 40%, you can receive free rations every month. Those above 40% can still get discounts on basic household products.
How to Check Your Ehsaas Rashan CNIC Online
The government has made it very simple to check your eligibility status. You can verify your CNIC through the Ehsaas Rashan Portal or SMS service:
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Visit the official Ehsaas Rashan Portal.
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Enter your CNIC number in the box.
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Click the “Know” button to see your PMT score and eligibility result.
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If eligible, visit the nearest utility store to collect your ration using your CNIC.
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You can also send your CNIC number to 8171 via SMS to receive an instant eligibility message.
Ehsaas Rashan Program Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Ehsaas Rashan Program 2025, you must meet the following conditions:
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You should belong to a low-income or deserving family.
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No one in your household should be a government employee.
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You should not own land, property, or business assets.
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Your total monthly income must be less than Rs. 20,000.
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You must be registered in the Ehsaas or BISP database.
If you fulfill these criteria, you are eligible to apply for the ration subsidy.
You can read more: BISP Payment Ineligibility Fix 2025 How to Become Eligible Again
How to Apply for Ehsaas Rashan Program 2025
You can easily register online or through SMS. Follow these steps:
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Go to the Ehsaas Rashan Registration Portal (8123).
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Enter your CNIC and mobile number.
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You will get a One-Time Password (OTP) on your phone.
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Provide the OTP to the shopkeeper or registration officer.
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After verification, you will receive a confirmation SMS about your eligibility.
If your registration fails, you can check your status again by sending your CNIC number to 8171.
Required Documents for Registration
Keep the following documents ready before registration:
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National Identity Card (CNIC)
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CNIC of the household head
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Active mobile number
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Full home address
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Details of all family members
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Monthly income information
How to Collect Your Rashan or Subsidy
Once your registration is approved:
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Visit the nearest utility store or Ehsaas-registered shop.
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Show your CNIC card for verification.
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Collect your free ration or purchase discounted items worth Rs. 4,500.
This transparent process ensures that every deserving family gets proper food support.
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Program Budget and Impact
The Ehsaas Rashan Program 2025 has a total budget of Rs. 120 billion, targeting 20 million low-income households. Over 131 million people have already received food and cash assistance through this initiative, improving food security across the country.
Key Benefits of Ehsaas Rashan Program
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Provides direct food relief to poor families.
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Ensures transparency through CNIC verification.
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Offers both free rations and cash subsidies.
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Helps millions of people fight hunger and inflation.
Simple Ways to Stay Eligible
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Keep your CNIC updated in the NADRA database.
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Maintain your registration under BISP or Ehsaas.
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Avoid providing false information during verification.
Final Words
The Ehsaas Rashan Program 2025 is a strong step by the Government of Pakistan to help poor families in difficult economic times. With online registration and CNIC verification, the process is simple, transparent, and open to all deserving citizens.
If you haven’t registered yet, visit the Ehsaas 8123 Portal or send your CNIC number to 8171 today to get your monthly ration subsidy.
You can read more: 8171 Ehsaas Program Phase 3 Payments Start in October 2025: Get Rs. 13,500 Assistance
FAQs
Q1. How can I check my eligibility for the Ehsaas Rashan Program 2025?
You can send your CNIC number to 8171 or check online through the Ehsaas Rashan Portal.
Q2. What benefits will I receive under this program?
Eligible families get a monthly subsidy of Rs. 4,500 or equivalent essential food items from Utility Stores.
Q3. How can I collect my ration after registration?
Visit the nearest utility store with your CNIC and get your ration or discounted items once your registration is confirmed.