The Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2026 is a welfare initiative launched by the Punjab Government to support deserving families by covering marriage-related expenses for underprivileged daughters. Under this scheme, eligible brides receive financial assistance, dowry support, and organized wedding arrangements to reduce the financial burden on low-income households. (punjab.gov.pk)

The program was introduced to help orphan girls, daughters of widows, disabled parents, and financially struggling families arrange marriages with dignity and government support. The Punjab Government supervises the registration and selection process through official welfare departments and district administrations. (punjab.gov.pk)

The program is structured to provide both material and financial relief. It targets the most vulnerable segments of society, ensuring that every daughter in Punjab can have a dignified start to her married life regardless of her family's financial situation.

Deserving families can apply through the Dhee Rani Portal or visit their local Social Welfare Department office. Applicants must provide their CNIC, BISP registration proof, and a residential certificate of Punjab.

Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif launched the Punjab Dhee Rani Programme as part of her government's commitment to supporting underprivileged families in celebrating their daughters' marriages with dignity. The programme provides a Rs. 1 Lakh cash gift, complete dowry items, and organizes grand collective wedding ceremonies across Punjab.

This guide covers everything you need to know — eligibility, required documents, the online application process, and how to check your registration status.

CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif formally inaugurated the Punjab Dhee Rani Programme at a grand collective marriage event in Kasur. The ceremony brought together hundreds of families and set the tone for district-level rollouts across Punjab. The CM personally attended and distributed ATM cards containing the Rs. 1 Lakh Salami to brides at the event.

The programme has since expanded with scheduled mass wedding ceremonies in multiple districts of Punjab throughout 2025–2026.

Every registered bride receives a dedicated ATM card loaded with Rs. 1,00,000 as a cash Salami (gift) from Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz. This amount is disbursed directly, ensuring transparency and eliminating middlemen. The bride or her family can withdraw funds from any ATM across Pakistan.

In addition to the cash gift, the programme provides a comprehensive dowry package that includes essential household items such as:

Bedroom furniture set

Kitchen appliances

Bedding and linens

Crockery and utensils

The exact package value and contents may vary by district-level event. All items are provided free of charge to registered beneficiaries.

Registered couples participate in a government-organized collective wedding ceremony — a dignified, well-organized event that takes care of the venue, catering, and decorations. This saves families tens of thousands of rupees in wedding expenses. Ceremonies are held at the district level, organized by the Punjab government.

To qualify for the Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2026, applicants must meet the following conditions:

Nationality: Must be a Pakistani citizen and permanent resident of Punjab

Age of Bride: Bride must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application

Age of Groom: Groom must be at least 21 years of age

Income Limit: Family must belong to a low-income or underprivileged background (verified via BISP/NSER data or district authority)

First Marriage: The programme applies to first marriages only (not second marriages)

CNIC: Both bride and groom must possess valid CNICs

Domicile: Must hold a Punjab domicile certificate

Note: Priority is given to orphaned girls, widows' daughters, and families registered in the BISP programme.

Follow these steps to submit your application:

Visit the Official Portal — Go to the official Punjab Government portal or the Dhee Rani Programme website (link provided by the Punjab IT Board)

Register Your Account — Create a new account using your CNIC number and mobile phone number

Fill the Application Form — Enter bride's details, groom's details, family income information, and district preference

Upload Documents — Scan and upload all required documents in JPEG/PDF format

Submit Application — Review all information and click "Submit"

Save Your Application ID — You will receive a unique Application ID via SMS — keep it for status tracking

Await Verification — District authorities will verify your documents and eligibility

Receive Confirmation SMS — If approved, you will receive an SMS with ceremony date and venue details

Tip: Applications can also be submitted in-person at your District Social Welfare Office if you face difficulties with the online portal.

After submitting, you can track your Dhee Rani Programme application using any of these methods:

Method 1 – Official Online Portal

Visit the programme's official website

Click on "Check Status" / "اسٹیٹس چیک کریں"

Enter your CNIC and Application ID

Your current status will be displayed

Method 2 – SMS Tracking

Send your CNIC number to the designated SMS shortcode (announced by Punjab IT Board)

You will receive a status update via return SMS

Method 3 – Helpline Call

Call the Dhee Rani Programme helpline

Provide your CNIC and Application ID to the representative

Application Status Meanings:

StatusMeaningPendingApplication received, under reviewUnder VerificationDocuments being checked by district officeApprovedEligible — ceremony date will followRejectedApplication did not meet criteria — check reason and reapply

For queries, complaints, or assistance with your application, contact:

Punjab Social Protection Authority Helpline: 0800-02345 (Toll-Free)

District Social Welfare Offices: Visit your nearest office with original documents

Email: (Available on the official Punjab Government website)

CM Punjab Complaint Portal: cms.punjab.gov.pk

You can also reach out via the Maryam Ki Dastak App — an all-in-one government services app that supports 70+ services including Dhee Rani programme inquiries

وزیراعلیٰ پنجاب مریم نواز شریف نے پنجاب دِھی رانی پروگرام کا باقاعدہ افتتاح کیا تاکہ کم آمدنی والے خاندانوں کی بیٹیوں کی شادی میں حکومتی تعاون فراہم کیا جا سکے۔ اس پروگرام کے تحت ہر اہل بیٹی کو ایک لاکھ روپے کی نقد سلامی اے ٹی ایم کارڈ کے ذریعے دی جاتی ہے، سامانِ جہیز فراہم کیا جاتا ہے، اور سرکاری اجتماعی شادی کی تقریب منعقد کی جاتی ہے۔

• درخواست گزار پنجاب کا مستقل رہائشی ہو
• دلہن کی عمر کم از کم 18 سال ہو
• دولہا کی عمر کم از کم 21 سال ہو
• خاندان کم آمدنی والا ہو (بینظیر انکم سپورٹ / NSER ڈیٹا سے تصدیق)
• پہلی شادی ہو

• **ایک لاکھ روپے** نقد سلامی (اے ٹی ایم کارڈ کے ذریعے)
• **سامانِ جہیز** — گھریلو ضروری اشیاء
• **اجتماعی شادی کی تقریب** — حکومتِ پنجاب کی طرف سے مفت