CM Punjab Kisan Card Updates: 2.5 Lakh More Cards, Increased Loan Amount & Many More Check Details
The CM Punjab Kissan Card, launched in 2024 by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, supports small and medium-scale farmers with interest-free loans, subsidies, and access to modern tools like the Green Tractor Scheme. The program enhances crop yields, promotes sustainability, and empowers farmers.
Increase in Number of Kissan Cards
- Earlier Goal: To issue cards to 500,000 farmers
- New Goal (2025): Now targeting 750,000 farmers
- Applications Received So Far: Over 1.373 million
- Cards Already Approved and Issued: More than 532,000
This increase shows the government’s commitment to helping more farmers in Punjab.
Higher Loan Limits Now Offered
The loan amount has been increased to give farmers more support:
- Old Loan Limit: Rs. 30,000 per acre (up to Rs. 150,000 for 5 acres)
- New Loan Limit (2025): Rs. 40,000 per acre (up to Rs. 300,000 for 7.5 acres)
This change helps farmers manage the rising cost of farming supplies more easily.
Green Tractors Now Available via Kissan Card
The Green Tractor Scheme is now part of the Kissan Card program, allowing farmers to get tractors on easy terms with government support:
- Tractors Delivered (as of May 2025): 9,500
- Expected by 2026: 20,000 tractors
- Govt Subsidy on Each Tractor: Rs. 1,000,000
With this scheme, farmers can now use tractors to make farming more efficient and less time-consuming.
Additional Features
- Wheat Subsidy: PKR 5,000/acre for 600,000+ farmers, including non-cardholders.
- Tube Well Solarization: 95% subsidy for 8,000 tube wells (6,400 diesel, 1,600 electric).
- Free Laser Levelers: For farmers with 12.5–25 acres.
What’s New in the Kissan Card Program?
1. Larger Landholding Allowed
- Farmers owning up to 25 acres can now apply.
- Earlier, only those with up to 12.5 acres were eligible.
2. Diesel Purchase with Kissan Card
- Farmers can now buy diesel using the card.
- 1,866 PSO petrol pumps are already linked with the program.
3. Cash Withdrawal Facility
- Since November 20, 2024, farmers can now withdraw up to 30% of their loan in cash.
- This adds flexibility for farmers to manage their needs.
How to Apply for a Kissan Card?
There are two easy methods:
1. Via SMS:
Send a message in the following format:
pkc [space] CNIC Number
Send it to 8070
2. Online Registration:
Visit the official Punjab Government website:
https://www.punjab.gov.pk/cm-kissan-card-scheme
Need Help? Contact Details
- Agriculture Department Punjab: https://agripunjab.punjab.gov.pk/
- Bank of Punjab Kissan Card Info: https://www.bop.com.pk/CMPunjabKissanCard
- Helpline: Call 0800-17000 (Available Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM)
Final Words
The upgraded CM Punjab Kissan Card Program 2025 is a powerful tool to support the farming community. From increased loan amounts and green tractors to diesel purchasing and cash withdrawals, the program now offers more benefits than ever before. It’s a major step towards modernizing agriculture and supporting hardworking farmers in Punjab.
