CM Punjab Livestock Card 2026: Up to Rs 540,000 Interest-Free Loan for Farmers
Punjab Livestock Card gives farmers with 5 to 20 animals interest-free loans up to Rs 540,000 for feed. Eligibility, registration status, helpline 0800-09211.
The CM Punjab Livestock Card gives livestock farmers an interest-free loan of up to Rs 540,000 to buy animal feed, silage and mineral supplements. In its third phase, launched in July 2026, farmers keeping 5 to 20 animals, including goats and sheep, could register online at plc.punjab.gov.pk or through the helpline 0800-09211. Update (26 October 2026): the official portal says the current application season is closed; the next round will be announced on plc.punjab.gov.pk.
Livestock Card at a glance (Phase 3)
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Run by | Livestock & Dairy Development Department, Punjab |
| Loan amount | Up to Rs 540,000, interest-free |
| Use | Animal feed (wanda), silage and mineral mixtures from registered dealers |
| Cash withdrawal | 25% of the limit |
| Who can apply | Punjab farmers with 5 to 20 head of livestock, including goats and lambs |
| Registration | Opened 15 July 2026; current season now closed (portal, 26 October 2026) |
| Apply | plc.punjab.gov.pk, helpline 0800-09211, veterinary hospitals or Maqam Sahulat desks |
Source: Livestock & Dairy Development Department Punjab via APP, 14 July 2026; status from plc.punjab.gov.pk.
How the scheme has grown
| Phase 1 (2024) | Phase 3 (2026) | |
|---|---|---|
| Loan amount | Rs 135,000 to Rs 270,000 | Up to Rs 540,000 |
| Animals required | 5 to 10 male calves/young stock (cattle or buffalo) | 5 to 20 animals, including goats and lambs |
| How to apply | SMS “PLC CNIC” to 8070 | Online, helpline or vet hospital |
Phase 1 terms from the Punjab government website.
Eligibility
- Permanent resident of Punjab.
- Own the animals listed in your application (5 to 20 head).
- Active mobile SIM registered in your own name.
- No previous defaults under government loan schemes.
How to register (when the next season opens)
- Visit plc.punjab.gov.pk, or call the free helpline 0800-09211, or go to your nearest veterinary hospital or Maqam Sahulat desk.
- Enter your CNIC, mobile number and details of your animals.
- Livestock department staff verify your animals.
- Once approved, you receive the card and can buy feed from registered dealers after identity checks.
Why it matters for dairy and livestock farmers
Feed is the biggest running cost of keeping animals, and small farmers often borrow from middlemen at high cost or sell animals early. An interest-free feed loan lets farmers fatten animals and keep milking animals healthy until sale, which can raise income. The loan is for feed only, so it does not finance buying new animals.
Frequently asked questions
Can goat and sheep farmers apply?
Yes. In Phase 3, goats and lambs are included, for farmers with 5 to 20 animals.
Can I take cash from the Livestock Card?
Up to 25% of the limit can be withdrawn as cash; the rest is used at registered feed dealers.
Is registration open now?
No. As of 26 October 2026, the portal says the current season is closed. We will update this page when the next round opens.
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Sources: APP (14 July 2026); Punjab government: CM Punjab Livestock Card; plc.punjab.gov.pk. Featured image: AI-generated illustration, for representation only.
