The Punjab Dhee Rani Program has been revived and will give 200,000 to worthy brides within the province to help them with marriage costs. Run by the Punjab Social Welfare and Bait-ul-Maal Department, the 200,000 in marriage help will be given as an official gift (Salami) via ATM card and will fully sponsor a dignified group marriage ceremony. The program will begin group marriage ceremonies on 12th November 2026 and aim to marry 5,000 worthy couples within the 2026-27 financial year.
Eligibility Criteria for the Punjab Dhee Rani Program
Before applying online you must ensure the bride meets the following criteria:
Priority Groups: Grants will be given to orphans, disabled women, the daughters of disabled individuals, or those from struggling families.
Age & Residency: Between 18-40 years old. Must reside in Punjab.
Married Status & Match: Must be unmarried, have a confirmed match and agree to take part in the Government group marriage ceremony.
Application: The bride can apply herself, or a parent/guardian can apply on her behalf.
Guide to Apply Online for the Punjab Dhee Rani Program
Those who qualify can apply online during the acceptance period using the following process:
Register: Go to the Punjab Dhee Rani Program website and create a new account with the bride’s full name, CNIC number, district and mobile number.
Application: Login using your credentials and fill out the Application Form with correct information.
Documentation: Upload clear scans of the bride’s CNIC, Punjab residency, disability certificate (if applicable) and an official affidavit stating that she is unmarried and agrees to take part in the group marriage.
Verification & Ballot: Submit the form to be verified by the District Committees. If there are more applications than available spots in Punjab, the worthy candidates will be chosen using an official ballot system.
How Beneficiaries Receive the Rs. 200,000 Wedding Grant
Those who have been verified and approved will receive confirmation of their place and details of their ceremony via SMS to their mobile number. The bride will then receive the 200,000 Salami via ATM card and arrangements will be made for her group marriage. Please note that this grant is only for group marriage and cannot be used as a cash grant for private marriages.
