Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has officially relaunched the Prime Minister’s Health Card Scheme 2026, also known as the Sehat Sahulat Program, bringing major relief to millions of families across Pakistan. Under this landmark initiative, eligible citizens can now receive free medical treatment worth up to Rs 1 million per year, ensuring quality healthcare without financial burden.
The relaunch aims to restore universal health coverage and protect low and middle-income families from rising medical expenses. With cashless treatment at selected hospitals and CNIC-based verification, the Health Card 2026 is set to become one of Pakistan’s most important social welfare programs.
In this article, you will learn who is eligible, what treatments are covered, how to check your eligibility, and how to use the Prime Minister Health Card in 2026.
Key Highlights of Prime Minister Health Card 2026
The newly launched Health Card Scheme includes several important features:
- Free treatment up to Rs 1,000,000 (10 lakh) per family per year
- Covers around 10 million beneficiaries
- Active in Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT), Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB)
- Completely cashless treatment system
- No physical card required in most cases — your CNIC or B-Form works as the health card
- Treatment available at selected government and private hospitals
This initiative is designed to provide a strong financial safety net for families facing costly medical procedures.
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Who Is Eligible for the Prime Minister Health Card 2026?
Under the 2026 relaunch, the following regions and residents are covered:
- Permanent residents of Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT)
- Residents of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK)
- Residents of Gilgit-Baltistan (GB)
In addition:
- Punjab residents continue to benefit under the Sehat Card Plus program
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) residents remain covered with treatment up to Rs 1 million per family
- Selected residents of ICT, AJK, and GB living in Karachi can receive treatment at 16 designated hospitals
Coverage in Sindh is currently limited under the federal scheme.
Coverage Details – What Treatments Are Included?
The Health Card 2026 program provides coverage in two main categories:
Priority Care (Major Diseases & Surgeries)
This category covers life-threatening and high-cost treatments including:
- Heart diseases and cardiac surgeries
- Cancer treatment
- Dialysis
- Neurosurgery
- Organ transplants
Coverage limit: Up to Rs 1,000,000 per year
Secondary Care (General Hospitalization)
This category includes other illnesses that require hospital admission:
- General surgeries
- Medical treatments requiring in-patient care
Coverage limit: Up to Rs 60,000 per year
Note: The program currently covers in-patient hospital treatments only. Routine OPD visits are not included in this phase.
How to Check Eligibility for Prime Minister Health Card 2026
You can easily check your eligibility using two official methods.
Check via SMS
- Open your mobile messaging app
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number (without dashes)
- Send it to 8500
You will receive a reply confirming whether you are eligible or not.
Check via Online Portal
Visit the official Sehat Sahulat Program website, enter your CNIC number, and view your eligibility status instantly.
How to Use the Prime Minister Health Card at Hospitals
Using the Health Card 2026 is simple and completely cashless.
Step-by-Step Process
- First, check your eligibility through SMS or online
- Find a nearby empaneled hospital using the Sehat Sahulat app or website
- Visit the hospital and go to the Sehat Sahulat Facilitation Desk
- Present your CNIC or child’s B-Form
- After verification, the hospital will provide treatment without charging any fee
No advance payment or reimbursement process is required.
List of Services and Benefits
The Prime Minister Health Card 2026 offers:
- Free hospitalization and surgeries
- Treatment at both government and private hospitals
- Cashless medical system
- Nationwide hospital network in covered regions
- Financial protection against major health emergencies
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How much medical coverage does the Health Card provide in 2026?
Each eligible family can receive treatment worth up to Rs 1 million per year.
Do I need to carry a physical health card?
No. In most cases, your CNIC or B-Form works as your health card.
Is OPD treatment included?
No. Currently, only in-patient hospital treatments are covered.
Which hospitals accept the Health Card?
Only empaneled hospitals listed by the Sehat Sahulat Program accept the card.
Is the program completely free?
Yes. All covered treatments are 100% free and cashless.
Final Words
The relaunch of the Prime Minister Health Card 2026 by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif marks a major milestone in Pakistan’s healthcare system. By offering free medical treatment up to Rs 1 million, this program ensures that millions of families can receive quality healthcare without fear of financial hardship.
Check your eligibility today and secure your family’s health with Pakistan’s largest universal health coverage program.
