The Government of Punjab, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has launched the Himmat Card 2026 as its main social protection program. This card is for people with disabilities (PWDs) who “are not fit to work.” It is both a financial lifeline and a symbol of dignity. As of March 2026, the program has entered a crucial phase of digital verification and disbursement, ensuring that the quarterly stipend of Rs. 10,500 reaches the most deserving citizens without delay.
Table of Contents
What is the Himmat Card?
The Himmat Card is more than just a cash grant; it is a full welfare package. The main benefit right now is a quarterly payment that comes every three months. The government wants to add more services, like assistive devices (wheelchairs, hearing aids), subsidised travel, and health facilities just for these people. The Bank of Punjab (BOP) and the Social Welfare Department work together to run the program.
Requirements for the Himmat Card 2026
Breaking News: Apni Chhat Apna Ghar Registration 2026 – Online Apply at acag.punjab.gov.pkThe Punjab government has strict rules about who can apply to make sure everything is clear. Before you apply, make sure you meet these requirements:
- Disability Certificate: The Punjab Social Welfare Department must certify that you are a PWD.
- The applicant must be “Not Fit to Work” and not working for the government or a private company.
- PMT Score: The BISP/NSER database must show that you have a Proxy Means Test (PMT) score of 45 or lower.
- Dual Benefits: The person applying should not be getting money from other programs like Zakat, Bait-ul-Maal, or PSPA.
Quick Status & Application Details 2026
| Feature | Details | Official Channel |
| Current Stipend | Rs. 10,500 (Quarterly) | Bank of Punjab (BOP) |
| Registration Status | Active (Phase II Expansion) | DPMIS Punjab Portal |
| Verification Code | CNIC Check Online | 8171 / DPMIS |
Himmat Card Online Registration 2026
The Disabled Persons Management Information System (DPMIS) has made the registration process for 2026 easier.
- Get a Certificate: If you don’t already have one, go to your nearest District Social Welfare Office to get an official Disability Certificate.
- Portal Registration: Go to the DPMIS Official Website and sign up with your CNIC and mobile number.
- Update your profile with the most up-to-date information about your address, education, and type of disability.
- Verification: A field team may come to your location to check the information you sent in.
- After your application is approved, you will get a text message telling you to go to a specific Bank of Punjab branch to pick up your Himmat Card.
Himmat Card Official Registration Link
To check your eligibility or start a new application, always use the official government domain:
Official Portal: https://dpmis.punjab.gov.pk/himmatcard-verification
Check the Himmat Card Latest Status
If you’ve already applied, you can check your status by going to the Himmat Card Verification Portal and entering your 13-digit CNIC. The most common reason for a stuck payment in 2026 is an expired CNIC. To start making payments again, you need to get a new identity card from NADRA and do a biometric “Proof of Life” at any BOP agent.
Questions and Answers
Q1: Is it possible to check the status of my Himmat Card by text message?
The DPMIS portal is the main way to check, but you can also often check your BISP PMT eligibility by sending your CNIC to 8171.
Q2: What if my PMT score is higher than 45?
Sadly, the current policy only allows people with a score of 45 or lower to apply, so the poorest households can get help first.
Q3: Can I use the Himmat Card outside of Punjab?
No, this is a project that the province is doing. Only people who live in Punjab and have a CNIC can apply.
