Punjab Livestock Card Phase 2 Registration 2026: Eligibility, Rs 27,000 Per Animal and How to Apply

The Punjab Livestock Card Phase 2 gives small livestock farmers in Punjab an interest-free loan for animal feed, so they can fatten their calves and earn more from meat production. Launched on 14 October 2026, the phase carries Rs16.2 billion in financing at Rs27,000 per animal. This guide explains who can apply, how registration works, and what to check before you apply. Registration is done by SMS, through the official portal, or at a veterinary hospital, and no agent is needed.

What Phase 2 Offers Farmers

Phase 2 is built for small farmers who keep cattle or buffaloes for fattening. The card works as a digital wallet for feed, not as cash in hand, so the loan goes directly toward raising healthier animals.

• Interest-free loan: Rs27,000 per verified animal, with the government covering the markup.
• Loan range: Rs135,000 for 5 animals up to Rs540,000 for 20 animals.
• Feed covered: concentrated feed (wanda), silage, and mineral mixtures from registered dealers.
• Purpose: better animal nutrition, faster weight gain, and stronger meat production.
• Fund size: Rs16.2 billion has been allocated for this phase across Punjab.

Who Can Apply for the Card

Only farmers who meet the official conditions can receive the card. Check every point below before you register, because an incomplete application can delay verification.

• Punjab resident: the applicant must be a permanent resident of Punjab.
• Valid CNIC: a current Computerised National Identity Card is mandatory.
• Own SIM: the mobile number used for registration must be registered in the applicant’s own name.
• Eligible animals: the farmer must own 5 to 20 male calves or fattening animals.
• Verifiable ownership: animals must be verifiable by a veterinary officer of the Livestock Department.
• Clean record: applicants should not have a record of unpaid government loans.

Animal registration in the department’s SPMS-9211 system is also reported as part of verification. If your animals are not yet recorded, visit your nearest veterinary hospital first and ask the staff to guide you.

How to Register Online Step by Step

There are three official ways to register. Use only these channels, and never pay anyone who offers to register you for a fee.

• SMS method: send your CNIC number in the format “PLC CNIC” to 8070 from your own SIM.
• Online portal: open the official portal at livestockcard.punjab.gov.pk, enter your CNIC and mobile number, and submit your animal details.
• In person: visit your nearest veterinary hospital or livestock facilitation centre and ask the help desk to register you.
• Wait for verification: after registration, the department verifies your CNIC, SIM, and animals before approving the card.
• Confirmation message: keep the SMS or reference you receive, and show it if the help desk asks for it later.

Registration for this phase is reported open, and no closing date has been announced so far. Because scheme windows can change, confirm the current status on the portal or helpline before you apply.

Loan Amount by Number of Animals

The loan is simple to calculate: multiply your verified animals by Rs27,000. The table below shows the standard amounts.

How the Card Money Works

Understanding the card in advance prevents confusion after approval. The main points are:

• Digital wallet: the card is used to buy feed from registered dealers, not withdrawn as cash.
• Approved items: wanda, silage, and mineral mixtures for your registered animals.
• Dealer network: buy only from dealers registered with the programme.
• Repayment terms: confirm your repayment schedule on the card documents issued to you at approval.
• Keep records: keep every purchase receipt until your loan record is closed.

Mistakes to Avoid When Applying

Most rejected or delayed applications fail on small, avoidable errors. Watch out for these:

• Wrong SIM: registering from a SIM that is not in your own name causes verification problems.
• Unverified animals: animals that a veterinary officer cannot verify do not count toward your loan.
• Paying agents: registration is free through official channels; no agent fee is required.
• Unofficial links: do not apply through links shared on social media; use only the official portal or SMS method.
• Wrong animal count: declare only animals you actually own, because every animal is checked.

Contact and Helpline Details

Conclusion

The Punjab Livestock Card Phase 2 is a practical opportunity for small farmers: Rs27,000 per animal, interest-free, for up to 20 animals. If you are a Punjab resident with a valid CNIC, a SIM in your own name, and 5 to 20 verifiable animals, register through SMS to 8070, the official portal, or your nearest veterinary hospital. Confirm the current registration status on the helpline before you apply, and never pay an agent for a free government service.

FAQs

Who can apply for the Livestock Card Phase 2?
Punjab residents with a valid CNIC, a SIM registered in their own name, and 5 to 20 male calves or fattening animals that a veterinary officer can verify.

How much loan do I get per animal?
Rs27,000 per verified animal, interest-free, from Rs135,000 for 5 animals up to Rs540,000 for 20 animals.

How do I register for the card?
Send “PLC CNIC” to 8070 from your own SIM, apply on the official portal, or visit your nearest veterinary hospital or livestock facilitation centre.

Is there a last date to apply?
No closing date has been announced so far. Confirm the current status on the portal or helpline 0800-09211 before applying.

Can I use the loan as cash?
No. The card works as a digital wallet for buying wanda, silage, and mineral mixtures from registered dealers.

Shahzad Sahil

Shahzad Sahil is the editor of lahorejobs24.com, covering government jobs, private jobs, bank jobs, results and education news for Lahore and Punjab, with information verified from official sources.