How to Receive a Minority Card 2026 | Check Now Online

Published On: January 26, 2026

How to Receive a Minority Card 2026 | Check Now Online

The CM Minority Card 2026, launched by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, is a landmark social welfare initiative in Punjab. The program is designed to provide financial security and support to low-income families from Christian, Hindu, Sikh, Parsi, and other recognized minority communities.

As of January 2026, the scheme offers quarterly stipends, festival grants, scholarships, and marriage support, ensuring minority families can live with dignity and opportunities.

Benefits of Minority Card 2026

Benefit	Details
Quarterly Cash Stipend	Rs. 10,500 every 3 months
Festival Grants	Rs. 15,000 on major religious festivals (Christmas, Diwali, Holi, etc.)
Educational Scholarships	Rs. 30,000 – 100,000 annually (Matric to PhD students)
Marriage Grant	Rs. 50,000 one-time support for girls’ marriage

Eligibility Criteria – 2026

Religious Status: Must belong to a recognized minority community
Residency: Permanent resident of Punjab with valid Domicile
Income Threshold: Household income ≤ Rs. 59,600 per month
Documentation: CNIC required; students also need B-Form & institutional verification
Vulnerability Priority: Widows, orphans, and persons with disabilities

How to Apply for Minority Card 2026

1. Online via PSER Portal

Visit pser.punjab.gov.pk
Register with CNIC & mobile number
Fill household survey, mark your Religion as a minority
Submit and save your Tracking ID

2. Through HR&MA Website

Visit scholarships-hrma.punjab.gov.pk
Fill digital application for CM Minority Card
Upload scanned CNIC, Domicile, and Income Certificate

3. Physical Registration

Visit your Assistant Commissioner (AC) Office or local HRMA office to submit a manual application.

Check Minority Card Status Online

PSER Login: Log in with CNIC to see verification & card status
SMS Inquiry: Send 13-digit CNIC to 8070 or local helpline code
HRMA Portal: Use “Track Application” feature

Important Dates & Payment Cycles

Registration: Open throughout the year
Scholarship Deadline: Jan 20, 2026 for 2025-26 academic year
Quarterly Payments: Disbursed in January, April, July, and October

Conclusion

The CM Minority Card 2026 provides financial stability, scholarships, festival support, and marriage grants to low-income minority families in Punjab. Online registration ensures transparency and fair access. Eligible applicants should keep CNIC, Domicile, and income proof ready to benefit from this life-changing initiative.