The Punjab government has made PSER survey registration mandatory for families who want to receive the 2026 Ramzan Relief (Nigehban) Package. Without completing the Punjab Socio Economic Registry survey, households will not be considered for financial assistance or ration support.
This year the government is providing a Rs. 10,000 cash assistance plus free ration bag to deserving families during Ramzan to reduce the burden of rising food prices.
If you have not completed the survey yet, you must understand the process, eligibility rules, and verification steps to avoid missing the relief package.
Overview of PSER Ramzan Relief Package
The PSER program is a poverty database used by the Punjab government to identify deserving households for subsidies and welfare schemes.
Under the 2026 Ramzan Nigehban Package, registered families will receive:
- Rs. 10,000 one time cash support
- Free ration bag (atta, ghee, sugar, pulses)
- Transparent payment through ATM or card system
The aim is to ensure only verified low income families receive government assistance.
How to Register for PSER Survey (3 Easy Methods)
Families can register using online, SMS, or physical centers.
1. Online Registration Portal
- Open the official PSER portal
- Create account using CNIC and mobile number
- Fill household socio economic survey
- Submit and wait for verification
2. 8070 SMS Registration
Send your 13 digit CNIC number to 8070
You will receive eligibility or survey instructions.
3. Offline Registration Centers
You can visit:
- Union Council office
- Ramzan relief camps
- Government registration desks
Government teams are also conducting door to door surveys in many areas.
Eligibility Criteria for Ramzan Package 2026
To qualify for the Punjab relief package, families must meet the following requirements:
| Requirement | Details |
| Residence | Permanent resident of Punjab |
| Monthly Income | Below Rs. 60,000 |
| PMT Score | Below 30 |
| Employment | Not a government employee |
| Assets | No luxury vehicles or large business |
Only verified deserving households will receive confirmation SMS.
Important Deadline and Verification Process
The last date for PSER registration for the current Ramzan cycle was 15 February 2026. Late registrations may not be included in this distribution phase but will remain in the database for future relief programs.
After submission:
- Data is verified through NADRA
- Eligible families receive confirmation SMS
- Collection date and center are assigned
How Will You Receive Ramzan Rs. 10,000 Payment?
To maintain transparency, the government will distribute payments through secure channels.
Payment methods include:
- Bank of Punjab ATM withdrawal
- Special Nigehban ATM card
- Assigned payment centers
Beneficiaries must bring original CNIC for biometric verification.
Who Should Immediately Complete the Survey
You must complete PSER survey urgently if:
- You never registered in any government program
- You were previously ineligible in BISP or Ehsaas
- Your income status changed
- You recently shifted to rented house
- Family size increased
Without updated data, system cannot mark you eligible.
Helpline for Complaints and Guidance
If you face registration problems or wrong eligibility status:
Helpline: 0800 02345
Avoid agents and do not pay any fee. Government registration is completely free.
Conclusion
The PSER survey has become the main gateway for receiving Punjab government subsidies including the Ramzan Nigehban Package. Families who complete registration and verification will receive financial help and ration support during the holy month. Those who ignore the survey may miss current and future welfare programs.
