Free Health Card Punjab 2026 Hospital List and New Eligibility Criteria

The Free Health Card Punjab 2026, also known as the Sehat Sahulat Card Program, is a major healthcare initiative by the Punjab Government. As of February 2026, this program provides free medical treatment up to PKR 1 million per family per year. The scheme covers serious illnesses, major surgeries, and in-patient treatment at both government and registered private hospitals across Punjab.

The main purpose of the Free Health Card Punjab 2026 is to reduce the financial burden of healthcare on families. With rising medical costs, this program ensures that no eligible resident of Punjab is denied treatment due to lack of money.

Feature	Details
Program Name	Free Health Card Punjab 2026
Annual Coverage Limit	PKR 1 Million per Family
Eligible Area	Entire Punjab
Registration Fee	None
Card Type	CNIC-based
Covered Hospitals	Public & Private
Emergency Coverage	Yes
Helpline	0800-09009

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New Eligibility Criteria for Free Health Card Punjab 2026

In 2026, the Punjab Government introduced new eligibility criteria to make healthcare accessible to all residents of the province. The most important change is universal coverage.

All permanent residents of Punjab are eligible
A valid CNIC works as the health card
No registration or processing fee
Families are automatically included
Children can use services through B-Form
Eligibility can be checked via SMS

To check eligibility, send your CNIC number to 8500. In special cases, the District Bait-ul-Maal Committee may decide eligibility for one-time medical assistance.

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Treatment Coverage Under Free Health Card Punjab 2026

The Free Health Card Punjab 2026 offers wide medical coverage for serious and life-threatening conditions. The focus is on in-patient care rather than OPD services.

Major surgeries
Cancer treatment
ICU, CCU, and NICU services
Emergency medical care
Hospital admission and treatment
Selected diagnostic procedures

Each family can receive treatment worth up to PKR 10 lakh per year, making it one of the largest healthcare programs in Pakistan.

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Free Health Card Punjab 2026 Hospital List (Selected Divisions)

The Punjab Government has empaneled hundreds of hospitals to provide free treatment under this scheme. Both public and private hospitals are included.

Lahore Division

Jinnah Hospital, Lahore
Evercare Hospital, Lahore
Ali Fatima Hospital, Lahore
Punjab Institute of Neurosciences (PINS)
Bahria International Hospital
Sharif Hospital

Rawalpindi Division

Rawalpindi Institute of Cardiology
Friends Welfare Trust Hospital
Sadaqat International Hospital, Kahuta
Al-Syed Hospital, Taxila
Mega Medical Complex, Rawalpindi

Faisalabad Division

Faisalabad Institute of Cardiology (FIC)
Independent University Hospital
Madina Teaching Hospital
PINUM Cancer Hospital
Harral Medical Complex, Chiniot

Multan, Bahawalpur, and Gujranwala Hospitals

The Free Health Card Punjab 2026 also covers major hospitals in South and Central Punjab.

Multan & Bahawalpur Division

Ch. Pervaiz Elahi Institute of Cardiology, Multan
Bahawalpur Institute of Nuclear Oncology (BINO)
Mukhtar A. Sheikh Memorial Welfare Hospital
Aziz Hospital, Multan
Al-Shifa Clinic, Bahawalpur

Gujranwala Division

Wazirabad Institute of Cardiology
Fatima Bashir Hospital, Gakhar
Butt Eye Hospital
Imran Idrees Teaching Hospital, Sialkot

For the most updated hospital list, visit the official website:
https://phimc.punjab.gov.pk

How to Use Free Health Card Punjab 2026

Using the Free Health Card is simple and transparent. There is no physical card needed in most cases.

Visit any empaneled hospital
Show your original CNIC
Hospital Facilitation Officer (HFO) assists you
No payment is required for covered services
Call helpline if treatment is refused

If any hospital demands money, immediately contact the official helpline 0800-09009 and register a complaint.

Conclusion

The Free Health Card Punjab 2026 is a powerful step toward universal healthcare in Punjab. With PKR 1 million annual coverage, expanded eligibility, and a wide hospital network, the program ensures free treatment for millions of families. By using CNIC-based verification and a transparent complaint system, the Punjab Government has made healthcare more accessible, affordable, and reliable for all residents.

FAQs

Q1: How much treatment coverage is available under Free Health Card Punjab 2026?
Each family can receive free treatment up to PKR 1 million per year.

Q2: Who is eligible for the Free Health Card Punjab 2026?
All permanent residents of Punjab with a valid CNIC are eligible.

Q3: How can I check my eligibility for the health card?
Send your CNIC number via SMS to 8500.

Q4: What should I do if a hospital refuses free treatment?
Call the official helpline at 0800-09009 and file a complaint.