The federal government launched the PM Fuel Relief Scheme 2026 in mid-September to cushion motorists against rising petrol prices. Under the scheme, eligible two- and three-wheeler users and small-car owners can receive petrol relief of Rs. 100 per litre, claimed through a digital token system linked to their CNIC and vehicle registration.
The Economic Coordination Committee approved Rs. 75 billion for the programme on 14 September 2026. The Ministry of IT and Telecommunication manages the scheme’s digital side through the Fuel Pass System, which verifies each applicant’s identity and vehicle record before any token is issued.
Students and young professionals watching other government relief initiatives may also want to check the E-Bike Scheme Portal 2026, which covers online applications, eligibility, and the installment plan.
How Much Relief Can You Get?
The monthly benefit depends on your vehicle category:
- Motorcycles, rickshaws, and Qingqis: a Rs. 500 token covers 5 litres at Rs. 100 per litre. One token can be issued per week, up to four tokens a month — a maximum monthly relief of Rs. 2,000.
- Cars up to 800cc: a Rs. 1,000 token covers 10 litres at a time, renewable every 10 days, within a 30-litre monthly quota — a maximum monthly relief of Rs. 3,000.
An earlier rule required bikers to purchase at least five litres in a single transaction. That restriction was later removed, so a token can now be used even for smaller fuel purchases, which makes the scheme more practical for daily commuters who top up frequently.
To put the benefit in perspective, a motorcyclist using the full monthly quota effectively saves Rs. 2,000 every month — a meaningful reduction for riders who depend on their bikes for work, deliveries, or daily travel to offices and markets.
How to Register for the PM Fuel Relief Scheme 2026
Registration is completed entirely by SMS to 9771, and the SMS itself is free of charge. The SIM card you use must be registered on your own CNIC; applications from SIMs registered under someone else’s name will not be processed.
- Open the SMS application on the phone carrying your registered SIM.
- Type the message in this exact format: REG [CNIC] [Vehicle Number] [Province Letter] [Vehicle Registration Date].
- Send the message to 9771 and wait for the confirmation reply.
- Once registered, send TOK to 9771 before each fuel purchase to receive a fuel token by SMS.
- Show the token message to the operator at a participating petrol pump, who verifies it through the official system before applying the discount.
For motorcycles and three-wheelers, each token remains valid for seven days; for cars, ten days. A new token cannot be issued while a previous one is still active, so plan your refuelling accordingly.
If your registration SMS fails, double-check the format and make sure there are no extra spaces. The most common reason for rejection is a mismatch between the CNIC and the SIM registration record.
Province-Wise Rollout and Petrol Pump List
Token redemption began in Islamabad on the night of 14–15 September 2026 and expanded nationwide on the night of 16–17 September. The scheme therefore covers Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Islamabad, subject to verification of each applicant.
No complete, officially verified district-wise list of participating petrol pumps has been published. Because only authorized stations can process fuel tokens, motorists should confirm that their pump is participating before travelling there, and should rely on official government announcements rather than forwarded social media lists, which are frequently outdated or fabricated.
Safety Tips
Do not share your CNIC or vehicle details with unverified websites, agents, or WhatsApp numbers. Registration is completely free — no one officially charges any fee to register you or to release a token. Anyone demanding payment for registration or tokens is running a scam and should be reported.
It is also wise to keep your token SMS until the fuel purchase is complete, in case the pump operator needs to re-verify it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the SMS number for PM Fuel Relief registration?
Both registration and token requests are handled through 9771. The registration SMS is free of charge.
How do I get a fuel token after registering?
Send TOK to 9771 before visiting the pump. You will receive a token number by SMS, which you present at a participating station.
How long is a fuel token valid?
Seven days for motorcycles and three-wheelers (covering 5 litres), and ten days for cars up to 800cc (covering 10 litres).
Is every petrol pump part of the scheme?
No. Only authorized stations can verify and redeem tokens. Confirm participation through official sources before you travel to a pump.
Related Government Schemes
- BISP 8171 Payment Verification 2026 — Check your CNIC status and biometric verification guide for the Rs. 14,500 installment.
- BISP New Qist 2026 — How to check your 8171 payment status online or by SMS.