SIM Information (PTA) — Check Online (2026)

Official URLhttps://cnic.sims.pk/

Official link verified 2026-07-02

Find out how many SIMs are registered against your CNIC across all networks, using the PTA-backed SIM Information System. Helps you spot unknown SIMs issued in your name. The legal maximum is 8 SIMs per CNIC.

How to check SIM Information (PTA) online

Open the official SIM Information System at cnic.sims.pk
Enter your 13-digit CNIC (or Foreign ID for non-citizens)
Complete the captcha if shown
Click Verify/Submit to see the number of SIMs registered against your CNIC, broken down by network

What you need

What you need: your 13-digit CNIC (or your Foreign ID number if you are not a Pakistani citizen).

Good to know: No account needed. You can also SMS your 13-digit CNIC to 668 to get an operator-wise SIM count on your phone.

Common SIM Information (PTA) problems & fixes

More SIMs shown than you own

Note the extra numbers and get them blocked at the relevant operator's franchise/customer care, and report misuse to PTA.

No result / timeout

Retry after a moment, or use the SMS method by sending your CNIC to 668.

Foreign ID not accepted

Use the Foreign ID field with the exact format on your document, not the CNIC field.

SIM Information (PTA)helpline & contact

Helpline: 0800-55055

Frequently asked questions

How many SIMs can be registered on one CNIC?

The maximum is 8 SIMs per CNIC (5 voice and 3 data-only), combined across all operators.

Can I check by SMS instead?

Yes — send your 13-digit CNIC (no dashes) to 668 and PTA replies with your SIM count by network.

Is the cnic.sims.pk record official?

Yes, PTA-backed records from the portal are recognised for reports and complaints; keep a printout if you need proof.

Official link last verified on 2026-07-02. If the portal has changed, please let us know.