What do you get under Free pilgrimage 50+?
Free pilgrimage for Punjab residents aged 50 and above: AC bus travel from near home, AC hotel stay, meals, medical help and a kit, all paid by the state.
Official releases do not name an online registration portal; registration is run through the district administration. Check locally for the next round.
Free pilgrimage 50+: latest updates
- 3,04,784 pilgrims have travelled in 7,390 trips so far; 95 AC buses run across Punjab. official source
- Second phase launched from Dhuri, dedicated to the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. official source
Who is eligible for Free pilgrimage 50+?
- Residents of Punjab aged 50 or above.
- Open to all castes, religions, income groups and regions.
- Voter card is required for registration.
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- Pilgrims are picked by an open draw after registration: about 40 out of every 100 registered people at each booth.
- The second phase (from October 2025) covers Sri Harmandir Sahib, Durgiana Mandir, Bhagwan Valmiki Tirath Sthal, Jallianwala Bagh and the Partition Museum in Amritsar, and other places such as Sri Anandpur Sahib, with a three-day, two-night trip.
Documents needed for Free pilgrimage 50+
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How to apply for Free pilgrimage 50+
- Register when registration is announced in your area by the district administration; carry your voter card.
- Selected pilgrims are told the trip date and pick-up point; an AC bus picks them up near home.
How to check Free pilgrimage 50+ status
- Ask at the Deputy Commissioner’s office or your local registration help desk whether your name came in the draw.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Free pilgrimage 50+?
Residents of Punjab aged 50 or above. Open to all castes, religions, income groups and regions. Voter card is required for registration.
How much do I get under Free pilgrimage 50+?
Free pilgrimage for Punjab residents aged 50 and above: AC bus travel from near home, AC hotel stay, meals, medical help and a kit, all paid by the state. Official releases do not name an online registration portal; registration is run through the district administration. Check locally for the next round.
What documents do I need for Free pilgrimage 50+?
Voter ID card (EPIC); Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for Free pilgrimage 50+?
Register when registration is announced in your area by the district administration; carry your voter card. Selected pilgrims are told the trip date and pick-up point; an AC bus picks them up near home. Official site: https://ipr.punjab.gov.in/en/press-releases/hq-press-releases/cm-bhagwant-singh-maan-and-arvind-kejriwal-launch-mukh-mantri-teerth-yatra-scheme-dedicated-to-350th-martyrdom-day-of-sri-guru-tegh-bahadur-ji/
How do I check Free pilgrimage 50+ status?
Ask at the Deputy Commissioner’s office or your local registration help desk whether your name came in the draw.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Free pilgrimage 50+?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Who can go on the Punjab Tirth Yatra?
Punjab residents aged 50 or above, of any caste, religion or income. A voter card is needed to register.
Is the Tirth Yatra really free?
Yes. The state pays for travel, stay, meals, medical help and kits.
How are pilgrims selected?
By an open draw after registration, about 40 out of every 100 registered people at each booth.
Official sources
- Punjab DIPR press release, 29 October 2025: second phase of Mukh Mantri Tirath Yatra launched
- Punjab DIPR press release, 28 April 2026: over 1.32 lakh pilgrims benefited
- Punjab DIPR press release, 15 July 2026: over 3 lakh devotees benefited
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.