T-Cash Card Scheme 2025-26: Punjab's Student Transport Revolution
The T-Cash Student Transport Card Scheme 2025-26, initiated by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif and managed by the Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA), is a cashless transport initiative providing free or discounted rides on Metro, Orange Line, and government buses for Punjab students from Grade 6 to university level. Designed to reduce financial barriers to education, it saves students Rs. 2,000–3,000 monthly on commutes, improving attendance and access.
Launched in 2023, the program has issued 500,000+ cards, primarily in Lahore, Rawalpindi, and Multan, with Phase 2 expansion to Faisalabad and Sargodha planned for Jan 2026. Ongoing registration ensures year-round access; no fixed deadline.
November 29, 2025 Update: 500K+ cards issued; Faisalabad/Sargodha rollout Jan 2026. New app for balance check and route planning.
Compiled by Abdul Rahman (Lahore transport equity analyst), LearnBit.pro has supported 12,000+ students with T-Cash applications. From govt schools in Bahawalpur to universities in Gujranwala, this guide makes mobility affordable.
T-Cash Card Scheme 2025-26 Eligibility: Who Can Apply?
Open to all Punjab students using public transport; no income test – focus on enrollment.
You Qualify If:
- Domicile: Punjab resident
- Enrollment: Grade 6–university in govt/registered private institution
- ID: Valid CNIC/B-Form
- Photo: Recent passport-size photo
- Transport Use: Regular commuter on Metro/Bus/Orange Line
You Don't Qualify If:
- Non-Punjab domicile
- Below Grade 6 or non-student
- No valid ID
- Already have T-Cash card
- Not using public transport
Quotas: 50% female, 30% rural. Covers all Punjab districts; expansion to Faisalabad/Sargodha Jan 2026.
Student Spotlight: Ahmed from Rawalpindi (Grade 10) saves Rs. 2,500/month on Metro fares. "T-Cash lets me focus on studies – not bus stops," he says.
T-Cash Card Benefits 2025-26: Rs. 2K–3K Monthly Savings
Cashless smart card for seamless transport; reloadable for extras.
Metro/Orange Line
Unlimited FREE rides
City Buses
50% discount (Rs. 10–20/trip)
Monthly Savings
Rs. 2,000–3,000
App Features: Balance check, route planner, top-up via mobile wallet. Card valid 5 years.
How to Apply for T-Cash Card 2025-26: Online Process
100% online registration; biometric verification at NADRA. Takes 5–10 minutes.
Step 1: Visit Portal
1 minGo to students-t-cash.punjab.gov.pk → "Apply Now"
Step 2: Register
2 minEnter CNIC/B-Form, mobile OTP.
Step 3: Fill Details
3 minSchool/college name, grade, address, photo upload.
Step 4: Biometric at NADRA
1 dayVisit nearest NADRA e-Sahulat for thumb verification (free).
Step 5: Collect Card
7–10 daysPick up from school/college or post office; start riding!
T-Cash Card Expansion 2026: New Cities & Features
Phase 2 rollout brings T-Cash to more districts.
| City | Launch Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Lahore, Rawalpindi | 2023–2024 | Active |
| Faisalabad | Jan 2026 | Upcoming |
| Sargodha | Mar 2026 | Upcoming |
| Sialkot, Gujrat | Q3 2026 | Planned |
New Features: Mobile app with live tracking, integration with Careem/Bykea discounts.
T-Cash Card: Your Key to Stress-Free Commutes
500K+ Punjab students already ride free. Ongoing registration – apply today and save Rs. 2K+ monthly.
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