Ehsaas Rashan Program Online Registration 2023-24

COVID-19 was no less than a nightmare to the whole world, especially in Pakistan, where most people earn daily and spend it all on food. To make this time easier, the EX Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, launched Ehsaas Rashan program to help people buy food by giving them money.

The best thing about this program is that, after the pandemic, it is still valid and helping millions of Pakistanis across the country. So, what are the eligibility criteria for the Ehsaas Rashan program, how do you apply for it, and what benefits will it give you? To learn about all that, ensure you read this article through the end.

What is Ehsaas Rashan Program?

The Ehsaas Rashan program was an initiative our ex-prime minister Imran Khan took in Covid 19. When the lockdown was imposed, poor people couldn’t go out to work, so they were starving. The PM realised this issue and immediately announced the Ehsaas Rashan program in 2020 along with the President of PTI, Chaudhary Parvaiz Elahi. 

The Ehsaas Rashan program aimed to help poor Pakistan by giving them discounts on their grocery stores through the Ehsaas card and giving them RS.1,000 initially. Later on, the amount was increased to RS.2,000 as the need for money was more for people. Other than people with low incomes, this program also gave an 8% subsidy to the shopkeepers so that they could also help other poor people.

Facilities in Ehsaas Rashan Program

The facilities that you get in the Ehsaas Rashan program are many. You get a 40% discount on all the daily needed items such as kitchen cooking oil, pulses, flour etc. Besides that, Rs.2,000 is also transferred to the bank account of the eligible person registered in the Ehsaas Rashan program. Although the starting amount of the program was Rs.1,000, after looking at the needs of the people, CH Parvez Elahi increased it to Rs. 2,000.

Ehsaas Rashan in Punjab

The Ehsaas Rashan Punjab program is basically the branch of the main Ehsaas Rashan program made specifically for Punjab’s people. The criteria and the required documents will be the same for it., The rest of the methods, such as checking the eligibility criteria, registration methods and things like that, will also be the same.

Eligibility Criteria for Ehsaas Rashan Program

Criteria for the Ehsaas rashan program are very simple. The Ehsaas Rashan program requires you to meet certain criteria.

• Unable to meet the daily demands.
• Monthly income less than 45,000-50,000 per month.
• Must belong to a low-income class.
• Valid and original CNIC.
• Registered mobile sim.

Ehsaas Rashan Eligibility check?

Many of you may be wondering how you would know that you are eligible for the Ehsaas Rashan program. You can check your eligibility really easily. Just make your way to the official website of the Ehsaas ration program and www.pspa.gov.pk and enter your CNIC number. Your eligibility criteria will be shown there. You’ll need to have the following documents if you meet these criteria:

Required Document For Ehsaas Program

Here are the documents you need.

• CNIC Number 
• Family Member Information 
• Phone Number 

But, how to apply for the Ehsaas rashan program? Here is how you can apply for it,

How to Apply For Ehsaas Rashan Program?

You don’t have to worry about applying for Ehsaas Rashan. You can easily do that by a lot of different methods that I’ve mentioned below.

Registration of Ehsaas Rashan Program Through SMS

The first method for applying for the Ehsaas Rashan program, you can do so by just sending your CNIC number to 8123. When you send your CNIC number to this number, you’ll be notified of your eligibility. Then, you can simply make your way to the official 8123 web portal, where you’ll be asked for additional information to complete the registration process. Once registered, you can simply go to any nearby grocery store and get whatever you want from there.

Ehsaas Program 8123 Registration

If you’re willing to sign up For Ehsaas Rashan program online, then you can do it with ease. First, you can head to the ehsaas rashan official government website and apply online. Another way is by texting your unique CNIC card number to 8123 from your registered mobile number. You just need to make sure your SIM card is registered to you. 

If for any reason, you’re not able to apply for the  program online then don’t worry. Just head over to nearby E-Khidmat Markaz with your CNIC card and apply there for the program.

Ehsas Rashan Program Online Registration APP

The Ehsaas program has its own app that you can download from the Google Play Store. The best thing about this app is that it’s very easy to register for the Ehsaas Rashan program. Simply download the application. 

Then, register your account by providing the information that may include your name, household size, income, CNIC, etc. Once the account is registered, you can apply for the Food assistance program, which is the Ehsaas Rashan program.

Rashan karyana Store QR code

If you’re a Karyana store and want to get the 8% subsidy of the Ehaas Rashan program, then you can register yourself by following the below-given steps.

• Begin by visiting the Ehsaas web portal.
• Enter your 13-digit ID card number for identity verification.
• If your mobile number isn’t registered, you can do it during the process.
• You can also get help from the Bank of Punjab or National Bank of Pakistan for registration.
• Contact the Ehsaas Rashan Riayat program helpline at 021-111-627-627 to start registration.
• A representative from the bank will reach out to you.
• Once registered, you can buy essential goods from your local karyana store.

How to Track Ehsaas Program Payment System?

How will you track your Ehsaas program payments? You’re in luck as the government of Pakistan has launched a web portal that helps you track your payments by simply entering your CNIC and phone number. All payment details will be shown in front of you once you hit Submit.

Benazir Rashan Program

I’m sure many of you may already be using the benefits of BISP(Benazir Income Support Program), which helps poor people financially. You guys are lucky as there is another Beanzir Rashan program that has been launched that will work just like the Ehsaas Rashan program. 

It’ll help people get food by getting time discounts and money every month. You’ll have to register for this program through NSER Surveys, a new method of registration launched by Ehsaas programs. To register for NSER, visit the BISP office and complete the survey.  After completing the survey successfully, you’ll be registered for the Benazir Rashan Program.

Ehsaas Rashan Program Helpline To Contact

If you have any issues with the program, you can contact the support team with the following sources.

• ARFA Tower, Ferozepur Road, Nishter Town, Lahore
• 0800-09100
• +92-42-99232123
• [email protected]

Conclusion

The Ehsaas Rashan program is a great initiative taken back in 2020 when the Covid 19 hit pakistan. This program initially aimed to help poor people with food by giving them Rs.1000. However, after some time getting the program launched, CH Parvaiz Elahi increased the amount of the program up to Rs.2000. You can apply for the program by following the methods I’ve mentioned above.