Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2026 Phase 3: Rs200,000 Salami, Eligibility and Registration

The Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2026 is the provincial government’s wedding support initiative for poor and deserving brides. Instead of leaving families to arrange expensive ceremonies alone, the government organizes free mass weddings and gives each bride a cash salami and household gifts on a Bank of Punjab ATM card.

Phase 3 is now underway with 5,000 weddings planned, and the benefit amounts have been increased. Here is the complete updated guide: who qualifies, what each bride receives, and how to register.

Dhee Rani Program 2026 Phase 3 Details

The program is run by the Social Welfare and Bait ul Maal Department Punjab. Its official advertisement states that 3,000 brides were married under the program in 2024/25, and 5,000 more weddings are being held in 2025/26. Ceremonies take place at district and tehsil level venues arranged by the government, with the card and gifts handed over at the wedding itself.

Detail	Latest Update
Program phase	Phase 3, 2026
Weddings planned	5,000 in 2025/26
Cash salami	Rs. 200,000 on Bank of Punjab ATM card
Wedding gift	Rs. 121,000 on ATM card, since April 19, 2025
Venue and ceremony	Arranged by the government
Guests allowed	20 from both families
Official portal	cmp.punjab.gov.pk
Helpline	1312

What Each Bride Receives

Each selected bride gets Rs. 200,000 as salami, the traditional cash gift given at a wedding, loaded on a Bank of Punjab ATM card. She also receives a Rs. 121,000 wedding gift on the same card. Brides married before April 19, 2025 received household goods worth Rs. 206,000 instead of the revised cash gift. The government also arranges the venue, the ceremony and a meal, so the family’s hospitality costs stay close to zero. One caution: the portal’s older FAQ pages still mention Rs. 100,000 in some answers, while the homepage and the official newspaper advertisement confirm Rs. 200,000. The newer figure is the one to go by, but families should confirm the card balance at the ceremony.

Who Can Apply? Eligibility Criteria

The bride must be between 18 and 40 years old, unmarried at the time of application, and a holder of Punjab domicile. Priority goes to orphan girls, disabled girls, destitute girls, and daughters of disabled parents. The application can be submitted by the bride herself, her parents, or her legal guardian, along with an affidavit confirming she is unmarried and willing to join a mass wedding. If applications cross the quota, selection happens through electronic balloting.

How to Apply Online

Registration runs through the official portal cmp.punjab.gov.pk, or applicants can visit the nearest Social Welfare Office. The online form asks for CNIC details, personal and family data, and contact information. After submission, applicants should save the tracking ID and follow the status online. Verification is done by government authorities before the final selection list. For guidance, families can call the program helpline at 1312. One important note: the portal showed registration as closed in late September 2026, so applicants should check the portal for the current window instead of assuming forms are open.

Documents Required

Keep these ready before applying: the bride’s and guardian’s CNIC, Punjab domicile certificate, an affidavit of unmarried status, orphan or disability certificate where applicable, recent passport size photographs, and income proof. Incomplete or incorrect applications can be rejected, so every document should be checked twice.

Why Mass Weddings Matter

A single wedding can push a poor family into years of debt. By marrying thousands of couples together in government arranged ceremonies, the Dhee Rani Program removes the pressure to compete on extravagance. Every bride starts married life with dignity, cash in hand, and a community celebrating with her. That is the real idea behind the program, and it is why each phase keeps growing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much money does a Dhee Rani bride get?

Rs. 200,000 as salami plus a Rs. 121,000 wedding gift, both on a Bank of Punjab ATM card handed over at the ceremony.

Who is eligible for the Dhee Rani Program 2026?

Unmarried brides aged 18 to 40 with Punjab domicile, with priority for orphans, disabled and destitute girls and daughters of disabled parents.

How do I apply for the Dhee Rani Program?

Apply online at cmp.punjab.gov.pk or visit the nearest Social Welfare Office. You can also call helpline 1312 for help.

Is registration open right now?

The portal showed registration as closed in late September 2026. Check cmp.punjab.gov.pk for the current application window.

How are brides selected if applications exceed the quota?

Selection is done through electronic balloting to keep the process fair.

Related Punjab Government Schemes

Families may also want to read the CM Punjab Loan Scheme 2026 for business and housing finance, the Honhaar Scholarship 2026 Phase 2 for education support, and the CM Punjab Laptop Scheme 2026 for free student laptops.

Conclusion

The Dhee Rani Program 2026 Phase 3 has raised both the scale and the support: 5,000 weddings, Rs. 200,000 salami and a Rs. 121,000 gift for every bride. For deserving families, it turns the heaviest expense of their lives into a celebration the government shares with them. Eligible families should prepare their documents now and watch the official portal for the registration window.