CM Punjab Cancer Program 2026 offers free cancer treatment up to Rs. 10 lakh per patient per year. Learn eligibility, registration methods, hospitals under the scheme, and how to get your Cancer Card.
The Government of Punjab, under CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has launched the CM Punjab Cancer Program 2026 to provide free, quality cancer treatment to patients across Punjab. Managed by the Punjab Health Initiative Management Company (PHIMC) and supported by State Life Insurance Corporation, the program has an allocated budget of Rs. 13 billion.
Within the first 15 days of launch, more than 12,000 patients registered, highlighting the urgent need for accessible cancer care.
Core Features of the Program
- Coverage: Up to Rs. 10 lakh per patient per year
- Treatments Covered: Chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, diagnostics, medicines
- Eligibility: All permanent residents of Punjab diagnosed with cancer
- Cancer Card: Issued to approved patients for free treatment access
- No Extra Payment: Costs settled directly with hospitals
- CM Punjab Cancer Program 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Who Qualifies
- Permanent residents of Punjab
- Patients diagnosed with any type of cancer
- Patients of any age or income group
Who Does Not Qualify
- Government employees with medical reimbursement coverage
- Patients with private health insurance for cancer treatment
- Residents of other provinces
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Required Documents
- Original CNIC (or B-Form for minors)
- Cancer diagnosis report from a recognized medical facility
- Blood group report
Registration Methods
- Visit Empaneled Hospital
- Go to any government hospital in the program’s network
- Hospital Facilitation Officer (HFO) will guide you
- Bring your original CNIC
- SMS Eligibility Check
- Send CNIC number via SMS to 8500
- Receive reply confirming eligibility
- Helpline Registration
- Call 1000 for assistance
Cancer Card Distribution
Once registered and approved, patients receive a physical or digital Cancer Card. This card allows access to free treatment at empaneled hospitals across Punjab. Distribution has already begun at major hospitals.
Hospitals Under the Program
The program includes both public and private hospitals:
- All public-sector teaching hospitals
- DHQ hospitals across Punjab’s 36 districts
- Partner private tertiary care hospitals
Newly Established/Upgraded Facilities
- Nawaz Sharif Institute of Cancer Treatment & Research, Lahore
- Jinnah Institute of Cardiology, Lahore
- Sargodha Cardiology Institute
- Institute of Nuclear Medicine & Oncology Lahore (INMO)
- Anmol Hospital
Treatments Covered
- Chemotherapy
- Radiotherapy
- Cancer Surgery
- Advanced Diagnostics (pathology, radiology)
- Medicines (including take-home cancer drugs)
- Post-hospitalization follow-up (1 day pre- and 5 days post-hospitalization)
Conclusion
The CM Punjab Cancer Program 2026 is a groundbreaking healthcare initiative providing free cancer treatment to thousands of patients across Punjab. With Rs. 10 lakh coverage per patient per year, empaneled hospitals, and the Cancer Card system, the program ensures that no family is left helpless due to the high cost of cancer care.
👉 Register today via empaneled hospitals, SMS (8500), or helpline 1000 to access free treatment under this scheme.
