Ehsaas Rashan Program Eligibility – Who Can Apply & Who Cannot
The Ehsaas Rashan Program is designed to support low-income families by providing subsidies on essential food items. Before applying, it is important to understand who qualifies for this program and who does not.
This page explains the eligibility criteria in simple terms so you can check your status without confusion.
Who Is Eligible for Ehsaas Rashan Program?
You may be eligible for the Ehsaas Rashan Program if you meet all or most of the following conditions:
- You are a Pakistani citizen
- You have a valid CNIC issued by NADRA
- Your household income is low or limited
- You are not a regular taxpayer
- Your information exists in the Ehsaas or BISP database
- You are not receiving multiple government welfare benefits
Eligibility is verified automatically through official records
Income Criteria Explained (Simple)
There is no fixed public income number announced for everyone.
However, priority is usually given to:
- Daily wage workers
- Laborers and helpers
- Widows and divorced women
- Persons with disabilities
- Families affected by inflation
If your income is low and unstable, your chances of approval are higher.
CNIC Requirements for Eligibility
Your CNIC must meet these conditions:
- CNIC must be valid and active
- CNIC should not be expired
- Family data should be updated with NADRA
- CNIC should not be blocked or under verification
Incorrect or outdated CNIC information often leads to rejection.
Who Is NOT Eligible for Ehsaas Rashan Program?
You are not eligible if:
- You are a government employee (Grade 17 or above)
- You or your spouse is a regular taxpayer
- You own large property or commercial assets
- You are already receiving multiple government aid programs
- Your CNIC data is incomplete or incorrect
Meeting any of these conditions may result in rejection.
How Eligibility Is Checked
Eligibility is not decided manually. The system checks your data from:
- NADRA records
- Income and property databases
- Utility and financial indicators
- BISP and Ehsaas records
How to Check Eligibility Using CNIC (SMS)
You can quickly check your eligibility status by SMS:
1- Open your mobile phone
2- Type your 13-digit CNIC number
3- Send it to 8123 or 8171
4- Wait for the reply to the message.
The response will tell you whether you are eligible or not.
What to Do If You Are Not Eligible?
If your CNIC shows not eligible, you can:
Many users become eligible after data corrections. Learn how to fix CNIC rejected issue.
Important Notes About Eligibility
- Eligibility status can change over time
- Approval today does not guarantee lifetime eligibility
- Always use official SMS codes only
- Do not share your CNIC with unknown people
Avoid agents who promise guaranteed approval.
Final Words
The Ehsaas Rashan Program is meant to support families who truly need help. If you meet the eligibility criteria, follow the correct process and rely only on official channels. This website provides guidance to help you understand each step clearly.