The Punjab CM Cancer Patients Program is a government-funded healthcare initiative designed to remove the financial burden of expensive cancer treatment from patients and families.

Through the Special Initiative Card, eligible patients can receive treatment from empaneled public and private hospitals without paying major treatment costs themselves. The government directly covers approved medical expenses under the scheme.

The initiative is part of Punjab’s broader healthcare reforms that also include programs for cardiac patients and specialized medical support schemes.

How to Apply for Punjab CM Cancer Card 2026

The registration process is different from standard welfare schemes because hospital verification is involved.

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Applicants may check eligibility by sending their CNIC number through the designated verification system.

Many program updates mention CNIC verification through:

8500 SMS Service

for eligibility checking.

Step 2: Visit an Empaneled Hospital

Cancer patients should visit an approved participating hospital for medical evaluation and registration assistance.

Step 3: Meet Hospital Facilitation Officer

Hospital Facilitation Officers (HFOs) help patients complete the registration process and submit required records.

Step 4: Medical Verification

The hospital verifies:

• Diagnosis
• Treatment requirements
• Eligibility information

before processing approval.

Step 5: Card Approval

After successful verification, eligible patients may receive the CM Special Initiative Card and become eligible for covered treatment services.

Participating Hospitals

Major hospitals mentioned under the initiative include:

• Jinnah Hospital Lahore
• Nishtar Hospital Multan
• CMH Rawalpindi
• Sharif Medical City Hospital Lahore
• Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cancer Treatment and Research

Additional empaneled hospitals may be added by PHIMC.

Free Treatment Coverage Up to Rs. 1 Million

Eligible patients can receive annual treatment support of up to:

Rs. 1,000,000 (10 Lakh Rupees)

for approved cancer-related healthcare services.

Free Diagnostic Services

The scheme covers important diagnostic procedures including:

• Cancer screening
• Laboratory testing
• Imaging services
• Medical evaluations
• Disease monitoring

Chemotherapy Coverage

Patients can receive chemotherapy treatment under approved hospitals participating in the initiative.

Radiotherapy Support

The program provides access to radiotherapy services required for cancer treatment.

Cancer Surgery Coverage

Eligible patients may receive surgical treatment under the initiative through participating healthcare facilities.

Free Essential Medicines

The scheme includes coverage for life-saving cancer medicines and approved treatment drugs.

Access to Public and Private Hospitals

Treatment is available through a network of empaneled healthcare facilities across Punjab.

Treatment is available at both public and private institutions. Major participating centers include:

• Sharif Medical City Hospital, Lahore (Dedicated Cancer Care Unit).
• Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cancer Treatment and Research, Lahore (Opening Jan 2026).
• Jinnah Hospital, Lahore.
• Combined Military Hospital (CMH), Rawalpindi
• .
• Nishtar Hospital, Multan.

Contact & Support

For complaints or detailed inquiries, you can reach out through official channels:

• 24-Hour Helpline: 0800-09009
• Office Address: 42-D E/1, Ghalib Road, Gulberg-III, Lahore.
• Email: complaints.punjab@phimc.punjab.gov.pk

Applicants must fulfill the following requirements.

Punjab Resident

The patient must be a permanent resident of Punjab with a valid CNIC.

Diagnosed Cancer Patient

Applicants must have confirmed cancer diagnosis records and supporting medical documentation.

Valid NADRA Record

CNIC information must be valid and updated in NADRA records.

Medical Verification

Hospital verification and disease confirmation may be required before approval.

Punjab Government Verification

The applicant's eligibility may be checked through government healthcare and registration systems before issuance of the Cancer Card.

Applicants should prepare the following documents.

Personal Documents

• Valid CNIC
• Registered mobile number
• Passport-size photographs

Medical Documents

• Cancer diagnosis reports
• Laboratory reports
• Hospital medical records
• Treatment recommendations

Additional Documents

• Residence verification documents if required
• Previous treatment records