Free Buffalo Scheme Punjab 2026: Selected Candidates List

The wait is over for thousands of poor families. The Free Buffalo Scheme Punjab 2026 selected candidates list is out — check whether your family made it, learn how the list was made, and see what happens next if your name is on it.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Feature | Free Buffalo Scheme selected candidates |
| Benefit | One free buffalo per selected family |
| Target | Poor, landless and widowed families |
| Year | 2026 |
How the Selected List Is Made
Selection is not random — it follows a strict process:
- Poverty survey: District teams survey poor households
- Eligibility check: Landless, widowed, or extremely poor families prioritized
- No livestock: Families already owning buffaloes are excluded
- Verification: NADRA and local records cross-checked
- Final list: Approved by the district coordination committee
No one can buy their way onto the list — complaints of favoritism are investigated.

How to Check the List
- District livestock office: Lists displayed on notice boards
- Union council: Ask your councilor for the village list
- Helpline: Call 0800-09211 with your CNIC to check
- SMS: Send your CNIC to 8070 for selection status
Carry your original CNIC when you go to check.
What Selected Families Receive
Each selected family gets:
- One healthy buffalo: Vet-checked milking buffalo
- Free vaccination: FMD and other vaccines on delivery day
- Training: One-day training on feeding and care
- Ownership papers: Transfer documents in the family head’s name
The buffalo typically gives 8 to 12 liters of milk daily — a life-changing income.

What If Your Name Is Missing
- Check spelling: Lists use CNIC spellings — check carefully
- File objection: Submit a written objection at the district livestock office
- Next round: More rounds are planned — stay registered
- Try the card: Meanwhile apply for the Livestock Card
Also see the Asset Transfer Scheme selected list guide.
| Contact Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Helpline | 0800-09211 (24/7, toll-free) |
| Check via SMS | 8070 |
| Lists at | District livestock offices and union councils |
| Department | Livestock & Dairy Development Department, Government of Punjab |
Conclusion
A free buffalo means daily milk, daily income, and dignity for a poor family. If your name is on the 2026 list, congratulations — care for the animal well. If not, file your objection and prepare for the next round.
FAQs
How do I check the Free Buffalo Scheme list?
Visit your district livestock office or union council, call 0800-09211, or SMS your CNIC to 8070.
Who qualifies for a free buffalo?
Poor, landless and widowed families with no existing livestock, verified by survey.
What does a selected family receive?
One vet-checked milking buffalo, free vaccination, care training, and ownership papers.
What if my name is missing?
File a written objection at the district livestock office and stay registered for the next round.















