The Punjab T-Cash Card 2026 is a reported, Punjab-only, transport-only payment card. It is a rechargeable prepaid smart card linked to the Punjab Mass Transit Authority (PMA) and the Punjab Transport Department/Company. Instead of buying a paper ticket each time, you load money onto the card and tap it on supported services, subject to route and station acceptance.
Supported services mentioned in the reported guidance include Metrobus, Orange Line Train, Speedo Bus and Electro Bus. This card gives no food, ration, cash aid or nationwide benefit. It is not free, and it is not a BISP-type payment.
The details in this guide are reported, not presented as a fully verified, officially announced programme with an announcement date. They are framed from reported PMA FAQ and official guidance, so confirm fees, eligibility and procedures through the official e-Transit Punjab Portal or the reported helpline 1762 before you apply or pay.
What Is the Punjab T-Cash Card 2026?
It is a prepaid card for public transport in Punjab. You load money before you travel, then tap the card instead of buying a paper ticket each time. This can make daily travel simpler, because you do not need to find cash or a ticket for every trip.
Card acceptance may depend on the route, station or service. Check whether your intended service supports T-Cash payments before you travel.
Punjab T-Cash Card Fee 2026
According to reported PMA FAQ information, the total listed cost is Rs. 275. The reported breakdown is Rs. 130 for the card price, Rs. 130 for delivery charges, and Rs. 15 for online service charges. A duplicate card is also reported at Rs. 275.
Earlier information mainly mentioned the Rs. 130 card price, while later guidance included delivery and service charges to reach the Rs. 275 total. These charges are subject to confirmation through official channels and should not be treated as permanent.
Punjab T-Cash Card Eligibility Requirements
According to reported PMA guidance, you must be at least 18 years old and have a valid CNIC. Your identity may be verified through the authorised CNIC and NADRA verification system. A student T-Cash Card application option is also mentioned.
Students and other applicants should review the current requirements on the official portal before applying, because extra conditions or checks may apply.
How to Apply for Punjab T-Cash Card Online
Visit the official e-Transit Punjab Portal, create an account or sign in, and find and select the T-Cash Card application option. Enter the required information carefully, complete identity verification, review the applicable charges, and complete payment through the authorised system. Then log in to check application progress and card delivery information.
Reported collection options include home delivery and collection from a designated station. Confirm the available collection method through the official portal before submitting your application.
How to Recharge Your T-Cash Card
The physical card works on a prepaid basis, so you must load it before travel. The physical T-Cash Card balance and the e-Transit Punjab App wallet balance are separate, so adding money to the app wallet does not mean the physical card has the same balance.
Reported physical card recharge options are Bank of Punjab (BOP) mobile banking and Interbank Funds Transfer (IBFT).
How to Check Punjab T-Cash Card Application Status
Open the official e-Transit Punjab Portal, sign in, find the application or card-status section, and review the latest information. For extra help, use the reported official helpline 1762. Confirm helpline details through official Punjab transport sources if needed.
Card Expiry and Replacement Information
The expiry date is printed directly on the T-Cash Card. Renewal and replacement are described as available through the applicable request procedure, subject to current official rules.
Important Warning: Avoid T-Cash Card Scams
Use only the official e-Transit Punjab Portal, and avoid unofficial T-Cash registration links. Never pay advance money to unknown agents, and do not share CNIC information unnecessarily. Never provide bank account details, passwords or OTPs to strangers. Check the website address before entering personal information. If you receive a suspicious message or payment request, verify it through the official portal or helpline 1762 before taking any action.
