Status (November 2026): CM Maryam Nawaz launched the new Livestock Card phase on 14 October 2026 with Rs16.2 billion in interest-free loans. The portal currently says the application season is closed; watch for the next window.
The Livestock Card Punjab scheme (Chief Minister Livestock Card) gives livestock farmers interest-free credit to buy animal feed (wanda), silage and mineral mixtures. The government pays the markup, and the farmer repays only the principal.
Livestock Card at a Glance
| Amount | Rs27,000 per animal, for 5 to 20 animals: up to Rs540,000 |
| Cash withdrawal | Up to 25% of the limit |
| Interest | 0% for the farmer (paid by the government) |
| Use | Feed, silage, mineral mixtures |
| Current phase | Launched 14 Oct 2026, Rs16.2 billion |
| Portal / Helpline | plc.punjab.gov.pk · 0800-09211 |
How Much Can You Get? (Quick Examples)
| Animals | Credit limit |
|---|---|
| 5 | Rs135,000 |
| 10 | Rs270,000 |
| 15 | Rs405,000 |
| 20 | Rs540,000 |
Who Is Eligible?
- Livestock farmers in Punjab keeping 5 to 20 animals
- Registered with the Punjab Livestock Department
- Valid CNIC and a mobile SIM in your own name
How to Apply
- Apply online at plc.punjab.gov.pk when the season is open, or
- Visit your nearest government veterinary hospital for help with registration, or
- Call the helpline 0800-09211.
Your animals may be verified by the Livestock Department before the card is issued.
Related Schemes for Farmers
Crop farmers can use the Kissan Card for seed and fertiliser. For bigger dairy or farm projects, see agricultural loans or Asaan Karobar Finance. All Punjab programmes are listed on our Maryam Nawaz Schemes 2026 page.
FAQs (Roman Urdu)
Livestock Card mein kitne paise milte hain?
Rs27,000 fi janwar, 5 se 20 janwaron tak, yani zyada se zyada Rs5,40,000.
Kya abhi apply ho sakta hai?
Portal ke mutabiq mojooda season band hai; agli registration ka intezar karein.
Helpline kya hai?
0800-09211.
Sources: Punjab Livestock Card portal (plc.punjab.gov.pk); launch reported 14 October 2026. Status checked November 2026.