Social Welfare Punjab Himmat Card Phase 3: Eligibility & Online Application Guide 2025

Oct 8, 2025

Social Welfare Punjab Himmat Card Phase 3

If you or someone you know is a person with disability in Punjab, you’ve probably heard about the Himmat Card program. With Phase 3 now rolling out in 2025, there’s fresh hope for many more people. Below is everything you should know — eligibility, how to apply online, status checking, what’s new this phase, tips, FAQs, and what happens after approval.

What Is the Himmat Card — and What’s New in Phase 3?

The Himmat Card is a welfare initiative by the Punjab government to help persons with disabilities (PWDs) who are unable to work. Under this scheme, recipients get a quarterly stipend (Rs. 10,500) loaded onto an ATM‑type card through which they can withdraw money.

In Phase 3, the government has increased the number of beneficiaries. While earlier phases covered around 65,000 people, Phase 3 is adding 35,000 more individuals, bringing the total to over 100,000 by the end of the year.
They also plan to continue using the same card mechanism (stipend via ATM) and increase transparency.

Eligibility Criteria for Himmat Card Phase 3

To qualify for Phase 3, you have to meet conditions similar to earlier phases. Here’s a breakdown:

Must be a certified person with disability (PWD) from the Social Welfare Department, Punjab.
Declared “Not Fit to Work” because of your disability.
Not employed in either government or private sector.
Not already receiving welfare aid from Bait‑ul-Maal, Zakat, BISP, PSPA, etc.
Poverty Means Test (PMT) score ≤ 45 (as determined by BISP).
Your basic data must be updated in DPMIS (address, mobile number, CNIC, etc.).

How to Apply Online for Himmat Card 2025

Here’s a user‑friendly guide to applying online:

Go to the official Punjab Social Welfare / Himmat Card portal. (Check via swd.punjab.gov.pk or DPMIS portal)
Log in (or register) with your CNIC and necessary details.
Fill out the application form — your name, address, details of disability, contact info, etc.
Make sure your DPMIS data is up to date before or during submission.
Upload required documents (see next section).
Submit before deadline. The system might generate a tracking number or receipt.

Also, sometimes camps or field offices are arranged to help people apply where digital access is limited. (Keep an eye on local announcements.)

How to Check Your Himmat Card Status

After you apply, you’ll want to track what’s happening. Here’s how:

Use the Himmat Card verification portal (link provided on the social welfare site). You can enter your CNIC and see whether “approved / pending / rejected.
Call the helpline: 1312 for queries related to Himmat Card.
Visit your local Social Welfare office or district camp (where physical applications are processed) and ask them to check the status for you.

If your status shows “shortlisted” or “approved,” you can then wait for the card issuance and stipend.

Phase 3 vs Earlier Phases

What’s different this time around?

Earlier phases (Phase 1 and 2) covered ~65,000 beneficiaries. Phase 3 is adding 35,000 more.
The process and benefit amount remain the same (Rs. 10,500 per quarter).
The same eligibility rules mostly apply.
In earlier phases, rollout and disbursement faced delays; in Phase 3, the government seems more determined to streamline payments.
More transparency: more emphasis on digital verification and checking via portal.

So Phase 3 is mostly expansion plus improving the system rather than big changes in benefit rules.

After Approval — What to Expect

Once your application is approved:

You’ll get the Himmat Card (ATM card or a linked card) via Social Welfare offices.
Quarterly stipend of Rs. 10,500 will be loaded automatically into your card.
You’ll be able to withdraw funds via Bank of Punjab ATMs.
The card may also serve as a gateway to future benefits for PWDs (medical services, etc.) under Punjab government’s programs.
Be ready to update your information if needed, especially if your status or contact changes.

Make sure you keep the card safe, report loss immediately, and make use of the stipend regularly.

Tips for a Successful Application

From what people say and from past phases, here are tips that help:

Update your DPMIS data before applying (address, mobile, CNIC).
Submit clear, legible documents (scans/photos of CNIC, disability certificate).
Don’t wait till last day — apply early to avoid server overload.
Double‑check all form fields; small mistakes can cancel your application.
Keep a copy or screenshot of the filled form or application confirmation.
If you belong to special categories (women, etc.), attach supporting documents.
Regularly check your application status and follow up if it’s delayed.
Use the helpline (1312) if stuck anywhere — better to ask early than wait blindly.

FAQs

Q: Who can apply for Himmat Card?
A: Persons with disabilities certified by Social Welfare Punjab, who are “Not Fit to Work,” not employed, not receiving other government aid, and whose PMT ≤ 45.

Q: How much stipend is paid, and how often?
A: Rs. 10,500 every quarter (every three months).

Q: Is there a quota for women?
A: Yes, earlier phases had a 30% quota for women.

Q: What if my application is rejected?
A: You can check status, see reasons (if given), update data if needed, and reapply in future phases (if you meet criteria). Use helpline for clarifications.

Q: Can someone from another province apply?
A: No — you must have Punjab domicile and be registered under Punjab’s Social Welfare.

Conclusion

The Himmat Card Phase 3 is a meaningful step by the Punjab government to reach out to more people with disabilities who truly need support. If you qualify, go ahead and apply — but take your time, prepare all documents properly, and keep checking the status. It may take some patience, but this program can bring real relief and dignity to many lives.