SIM information is PTA’s biometrically verified registration record for every active mobile SIM in Pakistan. Stored inside the SIM Information System — the national registry behind the 668 SMS service and cnic.sims.pk portal — it links your SIM registration to your national identity through a verified entry the moment NADRA confirms your fingerprints at point of sale.
Pakistan crossed 200.55 million subscribers by end-December 2025 (PTA Annual Report 2024-25). Every active SIM carries a sim information entry in PTA’s registry. With JazzCash and Easypaisa handling trillions of rupees in annual transactions — all authenticated through registered SIMs — your sim information record is now the gateway to your sim information security and financial identity. An unauthorized SIM on your CNIC gives a criminal access to your mobile wallet, your bank OTPs, and your legal identity under Pakistani law.
This guide explains what SIM information is, what six sim information fields PTA stores per record, how to check yours through every official free channel, and what the 2026 rule changes mean. Every fact traces to a named primary source. Fabricated statistics — “4.7M unauthorized SIMs,” “Rs 22.3 billion fraud losses,” “127% SIM-swap rise” — appear on competitor sites but have no official PTA, FIA, NCCIA, or State Bank source. They are not repeated here.
Check SIM Information Free — The 60-Second Answer
Three official, free or near-free sim information check methods give you your complete registration details in under a minute.
| Method | Steps | Returns |
|---|---|---|
| 668 SMS | Send 13-digit CNIC (no dashes) to 668 | Per-operator SIM count across all networks |
| cnic.sims.pk | Open portal → CNIC → CAPTCHA | Full record, printable, works worldwide |
| 667 / MNP | Send “MNP” to 667 from SIM in hand | Name, CNIC, operator for that specific SIM |
No app, no paid service, and no third-party site is needed. This page explains how the system works. For full step-by-step instructions on all ten official check methods, see our complete guide to checking SIM owner details →
What Is SIM Information? — The Official Definition
SIM information is the biometrically verified record that PTA holds for every active mobile SIM through the SIM Information System.
When you buy a SIM, the franchise agent uses NADRA’s Multi-Finger Biometric Verification System (MBVS) at point of sale. MBVS randomly selects two of your fingers — the agent has no control over which two — and transmits them to NADRA’s database in real time. NADRA returns MATCH or NO-MATCH within seconds. A MATCH creates your record in PTA’s registry. A NO-MATCH blocks the sale.
Your registry record is NOT a public directory. No legal method exists to query Pakistan’s SIM Information System by entering a stranger’s phone number. Only you can access your own data through 668, cnic.sims.pk, or 667.
How Your SIM Information Record Is Created
- Agent scans your original CNIC on the MBVS terminal
- MBVS randomly selects two fingerprints — prevents bribery or bypass at the franchise
- Fingerprints transmit to NADRA’s database: MATCH or NO-MATCH in under 10 seconds
- A MATCH generates a biometric transaction ID — cryptographic proof of identity
- PTA’s SIM Information System creates the sim information record: name, CNIC, operator, activation date, BVS status (Verified), SIM status (Active)
SIMs registered before MBVS launched in December 2022 may carry “Not Verified” BVS status and face progressive service restrictions.
The Correct Official Name — “SVMS” Is Not a PTA Term
PTA officially calls its consumer-facing registry the “SIM Information System — 668.” The portal at cnic.sims.pk titles itself “SIM Information System” on its home page. PTA’s own 2023 press release is titled: “Cellular Operators to Ensure SIM Data Verification Through SIM Information System 668.”
Two unofficial terms spread widely on competitor sites: “SVMS” — does not appear on pta.gov.pk in any official document — and “SAVR” — also not an official PTA designation.
For a technical deep-dive on how PTA’s registry connects to NADRA, see our dedicated guide: how PTA’s SIM Information System works →
What PTA Stores vs What Is On Your SIM Chip
There are two distinct layers — what PTA’s registry holds and what is physically encoded on the SIM card. Competitors universally conflate them.
The 6 Official Fields in PTA’s Registry
Every sim information entry in PTA’s SIM Information System holds exactly these six consumer-visible sim information fields:
| # | Field | What It Contains | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Owner’s Full Name | Name as on CNIC, NADRA-confirmed | Legal registrant |
| 2 | CNIC Number | All 13 digits | Links SIM to your national identity |
| 3 | Network Operator | Jazz / Zong / Telenor / Ufone / SCO / ONIC | Issuing company |
| 4 | Activation Date | Date MBVS verification completed | When the entry was created |
| 5 | BVS Status | Verified / Not Verified / Pending | Whether biometric is confirmed |
| 6 | SIM Status | Active / Suspended / Blocked / Deactivated | Current line state |
BVS status and SIM status are two completely separate fields — a SIM can be Active (field 6) while Not Verified (field 5) at the same time. The section below explains this distinction fully.
Technical SIM Identifiers — On the Chip, Not in PTA’s Registry
A SIM card physically encodes technical identifiers that connect it to the cellular network. These are separate from the six PTA sim information fields shown on cnic.sims.pk:
| Identifier | What It Is | Stored In |
|---|---|---|
| IMSI | 15-digit International Mobile Subscriber Identity | SIM chip |
| ICCID | 19–20 digit SIM serial number, printed on the card | Chip + card |
| MSISDN | Your dialable phone number (e.g. 0300-1234567) | Network |
| Ki | 128-bit authentication key — never shared | Chip only |
| IMEI | 15-digit device identifier — for the handset, not the SIM | Device |
ICCID does not appear in 667 MNP replies. IMEI goes into DIRBS for device tracking; the SIM’s CNIC registration creates the sim information entry in PTA’s SIM Information System.
SIM Information vs Related Terms — Full Disambiguation
| Search Term | What It Actually Means | Legally Accessible? |
|---|---|---|
| SIM information | PTA’s 6-field registry entry for your SIM | ✅ 668, cnic.sims.pk, 667 |
| Sim info / sim info details | Short forms — same registry entry | ✅ Same official tools |
| Sim information online | Checking through cnic.sims.pk web portal | ✅ Free, worldwide |
| Data sim information | Registry entry for a data-only SIM | ✅ Appears in 668 identically |
| Cnic sim check | Counting all SIMs on your CNIC | ✅ 668 or cnic.sims.pk |
| SIM data / pak sim data | In Pakistan: almost always grey-market breach databases | ❌ Illegal and inaccurate |
| Sim owner details | Who registered a SIM — the core question | ✅ SIM owner details homepage → |
The critical distinction: SIM information = the official live PTA record. “SIM data” in Pakistani search results almost always means illegally compiled breach material with no connection to PTA’s registry. Full legal picture: the truth about Pakistan’s grey-market SIM data →
5 Official Methods to Check SIM Information
Method 1 — 668 SMS (Most Complete Check)
Best for: Seeing the total count of all SIMs registered to your CNIC across every operator simultaneously.
Send your 13-digit CNIC without dashes to 668. Works on any phone, any network, including basic feature phones. Cost: approximately Rs 2 + tax. PTA’s system replies in 60 seconds.
Verified reply format:
“Dear Customer, SIMs on CNIC 35201XXXXXXXX: Jazz: 2, Zong: 1, Ufone: 1, Total: 4. Complaints: 0800-55055.”
The 668 reply shows your operator-wise SIM count and total in your sim information — not individual numbers, your full name, or address.
Method 2 — cnic.sims.pk Portal (Free, Works from Any Country)
Best for: A complete, printable record — and the correct choice for overseas Pakistanis.
Open cnic.sims.pk in any browser. Enter your 13-digit CNIC, solve the CAPTCHA — no OTP, no login, completely free. Your sim information record appears in under 60 seconds.
- Works from any country worldwide — the correct choice for overseas Pakistanis
- Foreign ID tab for NICOP holders and foreign nationals (example input: BD989816346)
- Full record is downloadable and printable for formal complaints
- Your CNIC goes directly to PTA’s servers — no third party handles your data during this check
Method 3 — Send MNP to 667 (SIM in Your Hand)
Best for: Verifying the SIM currently in your phone is registered to your own CNIC.
Type MNP and send to 667 from the SIM currently in your device. Returns that SIM’s registered name, CNIC, and operator.
Critical correction most competitors get wrong: 667 is Pakistan’s Mobile Number Portability pre-verification code. It reads registry data only for the SIM physically inside your device — not for any number you type. Attempting to look up a stranger’s registration data via 667 violates PECA 2016 Section 16.
Method 4 — 76367 (Network After MNP Porting)
Send N [space] [11-digit number] to 76367 (example: N 03001234567). Cost: Rs 2 + tax. Returns the number’s current live operator — useful after porting when prefixes no longer identify networks.
Method 5 — PTA Digital Assistant / RAABTA (WhatsApp, February 2026)
PTA launched its RAABTA digital assistant in February 2026. Available on WhatsApp at 0315-0055055 — save the number and send any message to start the menu. PTA’s on-site chatbot (“RAABTA”) and the WhatsApp assistant are the same system offering SIM verification, DIRBS/IMEI queries, and complaint filing.
BVS Status vs SIM Status — The Distinction No Competitor Explains
These are two completely separate fields in every registry entry. Conflating them leads to wrong decisions when responding to PTA enforcement notices.
What BVS Status Means
BVS (Biometric Verification System) status tells you whether biometric verification is confirmed in the registry:
- Verified — Fingerprint matched NADRA at activation. Biometric confirmed.
- Not Verified — SIM predates mandatory MBVS (December 2022) or verification failed. Progressive PTA restrictions apply.
- Pending — Verification started but not finalized.
| Operator | BVS Check Code |
|---|---|
| Jazz | SMS CNIC (no dashes) to 6001 |
| Telenor | SMS CNIC to 7751 |
| Zong | Send letter V to 7911 |
| Ufone | Send letter V to 7911 (also *336#) |
| ONIC | Via ONIC app (PTML/Ufone brand, prefix 0339) |
| SCO | Franchise visit required |
What SIM Status Means
SIM status tells you the operational state of the SIM line — separate from biometric BVS status:
- Active — Fully operational: calls, SMS, and data
- Suspended — Outgoing blocked, incoming works; PTA’s first enforcement stage
- Blocked — All services cut; may be restorable
- Deactivated — Permanently removed from the registry
A SIM can show Active in SIM status while Not Verified in BVS status simultaneously — common for pre-MBVS SIMs. Act on biometric re-verification notices before the SIM status changes.
Can You Check SIM Information for Someone Else’s Number?
No. PTA’s SIM Information System has no public interface that returns a stranger’s name, CNIC, or address from their mobile number. What you can legally check without court authority:
- ✅ Your own CNIC’s registry entries — via 668 and cnic.sims.pk
- ✅ Registry data for the SIM physically in your phone — via 667
- ✅ A number’s current network operator — via 76367 (network only, not personal data)
Under PECA 2016 Section 16 — unauthorized use of identity information — accessing another person’s SIM data without authorization carries up to 3 years imprisonment and Rs 5 million fine. The complete legal guide: is it legal to check SIM owner details in Pakistan? →
Why 667 Does Not Return SIM Information for Any Number
Many competitor pages describe 667 as a “verify any number’s owner” tool. This is factually wrong. 667 is the pre-Number-Portability-Request verification code — it reads registry data for the SIM physically inside your device only. If the 667 reply does not match your own CNIC, contact your operator helpline immediately.
SIM Transfer vs SIM Disowning — Two Different Things
This is the most misunderstood consumer distinction in Pakistan’s SIM ecosystem. Disowning removes a SIM from your CNIC permanently. Transfer moves it to another person’s CNIC while keeping the number active.
Change of Ownership — Transfer to Another Person
- Both the current owner and new owner must appear together at the operator’s franchise
- Both must bring their original CNICs
- Both must complete live MBVS biometric verification
- The operator then re-registers the SIM under the new CNIC
Critical: ownership does NOT transfer by simply handing someone a SIM. Until formal biometric transfer is completed at a franchise, the CNIC holder named in the sim information registry remains the legal registrant — and remains legally responsible for any misuse.
2026 note: Per PTA’s May 2026 advisory, a SIM whose sim information entry was created on or after that advisory cannot be transferred OR disowned for 365 days from activation. Fraudulently issued SIMs are exempt.
Transferring a Deceased Person’s SIM
For a deceased person’s SIM, operators require from the legal heir: original death certificate, Succession / Family Registration Certificate, No Objection Certificate from other heirs, the SIM card itself, and the heir’s original CNIC and biometric verification.
Contact helplines: Jazz 111 · Zong 310 · Telenor 345 · Ufone 333
SIM Reissuance — What to Do If Your SIM Is Lost or Damaged
A lost or damaged SIM does not create a new sim information entry under a new CNIC — it creates a duplicate of the existing entry under the same number. The process:
- Visit any franchise with your original CNIC
- Complete a live MBVS biometric thumb scan
- The operator issues a new physical SIM bearing your same number
- Your sim information entry updates with the new SIM serial number (ICCID)
- A small replacement fee may apply
This is the legitimate alternative to SIM-swap fraud. The requirement for physical presence and live biometric is what differentiates the legitimate process from fraud.
Foreign Nationals and POC Holders — 2-SIM Limit
Foreign nationals — who have a separate sim information category — are limited to a maximum of 2 SIMs, versus the 8-SIM limit (5 voice + 3 data) that applies to Pakistani CNIC holders.
Required documents: valid passport with a Pakistani visa or a Pakistan Origin Card (POC); Customer Services Agreement Form with thumb impression; SIM validity corresponds to visa/POC validity.
Foreign nationals can check their own registry data using the Foreign ID tab on cnic.sims.pk.
Your SIM as a Financial and Legal Identity Gateway
How Your SIM Information Controls Access to Financial Accounts
Every major financial service in Pakistan depends on a registered SIM:
- JazzCash and Easypaisa wallets are tied to the SIM’s CNIC registration
- Bank OTPs for SMS-based authentication go to your registered SIM — intercepted OTPs drain accounts within minutes
- Digital loans from BNPL and microfinance apps use SIM CNIC registration as identity verification
Security step: Dial ##002# monthly to check for and cancel any active call or SMS forwarding. Silent forwarding lets fraudsters intercept your bank OTPs without triggering a visible SIM swap.
SIM Registration as Legal Liability
Under Pakistani law, the CNIC holder is personally responsible for every SIM registered on their CNIC. This is grounded in the Subscriber Antecedents Verification Regulations 2015: “Any SIM sold by any means shall be the sole responsibility of the operator.”
Key SAV Regulations 2015 provisions:
- Regulation 8 — operators may only activate a SIM after complete subscriber verification
- Regulation 9 — verification runs through the NADRA database; only the operator may verify and activate
- Regulation 15 — operators must run public awareness campaigns about SIM registration requirements
CNIC holders are responsible for monitoring their own records and disowning unauthorized entries promptly.
SIM Security — PIN, PUK, and Port-Out Protection
Device-level protection prevents SIM misuse even when your registry record looks clean.
Enable SIM PIN: Android: Settings → Security → SIM Card Lock. iOS: Settings → Cellular → SIM PIN. Three wrong attempts trigger PUK mode; your operator provides the PUK code. Ten wrong PUK entries permanently disable the SIM.
Check for silent forwarding: Dial ##002# to cancel all active call and SMS forwarding. Silent forwarding redirects your bank OTPs without any visible sign.
Spot a SIM swap fast: If your phone suddenly shows “No Service,” call your bank’s 24-hour helpline immediately to freeze transactions.
DIRBS vs CEIR — Pakistan’s Real Device Registry
DIRBS (Device Identification, Registration and Blocking System) tracks mobile device IMEIs — completely separate from the SIM Information System.
| SIM Information System | DIRBS | |
|---|---|---|
| Tracks | SIM cards — who owns each SIM | Device IMEIs — which handsets are legal |
| Check method | 668 SMS or cnic.sims.pk | SMS IMEI to 8484 or dirbs.pta.gov.pk |
| Enforces 8-SIM CNIC limit? | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
CEIR is NOT a Pakistan system. Multiple competitor sites claim “PTA’s CEIR became operational in January 2025.” This is wrong — CEIR is India’s DoT system. Pakistan uses DIRBS. To check your IMEI: dial *#06# then SMS it to 8484.
SCO and SCOM — SIMs for AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan
The Special Communications Organization (SCO) serves AJK and Gilgit-Baltistan. Its mobile brand, SCOM, serves approximately 1.8 million subscribers.
Key facts about SCO/SCOM SIMs:
- SCOM SIMs are fully integrated into PTA’s national SIM Information System registry
- They appear as “SCO” in your 668 reply and in cnic.sims.pk results
- SCOM SIMs count toward your 8-SIM CNIC limit
- No dedicated BVS short code — use the universal 668 for count checks
- SCOM SIMs can only be purchased at SCO franchises within AJK/GB
The Official 8-SIM CNIC Limit — Verified and Corrected
The official SIM limit per CNIC is 8: five voice SIMs plus three data SIMs = 8 total across all operators combined.
Supreme Court of Pakistan, November 5, 2015, CMPak (Zong) petition, bench led by Chief Justice Anwar Zaheer Jamali. A 2012 order had reduced the limit from 10 to 5 voice SIMs. The 2015 ruling added 3 data SIM slots, bringing the total to 8 across all operators.
| Wrong Claim | Correct Answer |
|---|---|
| “5 SIMs total per CNIC” | Pre-2015 figure — correct limit is 8 |
| “25 SIMs (5 per network)” | Combined across ALL operators, not per-operator |
| “Limit reduced to 6 in December 2025” | Unverified — no PTA press release or court order |
For the complete guide on enforcement and disowning steps: how many SIMs can be on one CNIC? →
Business SIMs — The NTN Route Beyond 8 SIMs
The 8-SIM limit applies to individual CNICs. Businesses registered with FBR holding a valid NTN (National Tax Number) can register SIMs against the company NTN through operators’ corporate sales channels — the legal pathway for fleets that exceed the personal cap.
What Happens When the 8-SIM Limit Is Exceeded
PTA’s enforcement sequence: warning SMS → outgoing calls and SMS suspended on excess SIMs → 30–120 day warning window → permanent block in the registry if unresolved.
Steps to take: screenshot your 668 reply with timestamp → call the operator helpline (Jazz 111 / Zong 310 / Telenor 345 / Ufone 333) → visit a franchise with original CNIC → formally disown the unauthorized SIM → file a complaint at complaint.pta.gov.pk or 0800-55055.
SIM Records After MNP Porting
After porting, the operator field in your sim information entry updates to the new network. Your number stays the same; the SIM record reflects the new carrier within 24–48 hours.
- Use 76367 to confirm the live operator — use cnic.sims.pk to confirm your sim information shows the updated operator
- Porting does not consume a new SIM slot — it transfers an existing entry to the new operator
For the complete guide on how SIM records, ICCID changes, and portability interact: SIM number information and MNP porting guide →
Overseas Pakistanis and NICOP Holders
cnic.sims.pk works from any country with internet. No Pakistani SIM required. NICOP holders use the Foreign ID tab to access their sim information from abroad. Franchise actions require physical presence with original CNIC and MBVS biometric. If you cannot travel, authorize a family member via notarized Power of Attorney.
International operator helplines: Jazz +92-111 · Zong +92-310 · Telenor +92-345 · Ufone +92-333.
eSIM — Identical Registry Rules
An eSIM creates an identical sim information entry to a physical SIM card. PTA’s SIM Information System has no separate eSIM category.
- All five major operators support eSIM: Jazz, Zong, Telenor, Ufone, and ONIC (ONIC is a PTML/Ufone digital brand on prefix 0339 — confirmed by PTA’s August 2023 clarification)
- eSIM activation requires the same NADRA MBVS biometric verification
- eSIM entries appear in 668 and cnic.sims.pk identically to physical SIMs
- eSIMs count toward the 8-SIM CNIC limit
2025–2026 PTA Rules Affecting Your SIM Record
365-Day Disowning and Transfer Lock — Advisory ~May 25, 2026
PTA extended the disowning period from 60 days to 365 days via an advisory issued ~May 25, 2026. A newly activated SIM cannot be disowned or transferred — the entry is locked in the registry for one full year from activation.
Confirmed by PTA DG Ahmed Shamim to Geo Fact Check (verdict: True). The “June 5, 2026” date on competitor sites is wrong. The fraudulent entry can be removed immediately, with the Rs. 200 disowning fee waived.
Disowning Fee — Rs. 200 Maximum (PTA, Effective January 1, 2024)
Per PTA’s official notice: “Cellular Mobile Operators may levy a SIM Disowning Charge up to Rs. 200 on SIMs with a retention period of less than six months, effective January 1, 2024.” The fee is fully waived in fraud cases where the SIM was issued without the consumer’s knowledge.
Expired CNIC Advisory — April 8, 2026
PTA advisory warning that SIMs registered against expired, cancelled, or deceased persons’ CNICs may be blocked. NADRA data: over 8.1 million SIMs active against approximately 4.5 million identity cards requiring renewal, plus 1.5 million SIMs registered to deceased persons. If your CNIC has expired, renew it at nadra.gov.pk.
Midnight–6 AM SIM Sales Ban — May 19, 2026
No franchise may activate a new SIM between midnight and 6 AM, effective May 19, 2026. Targets late-night fraudulent SIM activations documented in PTA’s Jazz enforcement order.
NADRA Facial Recognition Fallback — January 20, 2026
From January 20, 2026, NADRA issues facial-recognition certificates for citizens whose fingerprints cannot be reliably matched. Fee: Rs 20, valid 7 days. This is a fingerprint-failure fallback only — not a mandatory dual-biometric requirement for all SIM buyers.
7-Day Buffer Between New SIM Activations — Since January 24, 2024
PTA requires a 7-day wait between successive new SIM activations on the same CNIC. Applies to brand-new activations only; MNP porting is unaffected.
Verified PTA Enforcement Data (July 2024–June 2025)
Source: PTA enforcement document via ProPakistani, January 2, 2026.
| Enforcement Action | Verified Figure |
|---|---|
| SIMs removed — deceased persons’ CNICs | 3.2 million+ |
| SIMs removed — expired CNICs | 783,000 |
| SIMs removed — cancelled/impounded CNICs | 69,000+ |
| Dormant SIMs recycled | 891,000+ |
| Illegal websites blocked | 83 |
| Local raids (24 cities) | 44 |
| Arrests — local SIM fraud | 71 |
| International raids | 32 |
| International arrests | 46 |
Operator Accountability — The Jazz and Ufone Fines
PTA fined Jazz and Ufone Rs 77.8 million each (Rs 155.6 million combined) for biometric registration failures under Section 23 of the Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organization) Act, 1996.
Ufone (September 29, 2025): Duplicate SIM issued to subscriber Sunny Kumar without consent; Rs 8.5M banking fraud via intercepted OTPs. PTA found Live Finger Detection (LFD) was ineffective.
Jazz (July 2024): Sargodha franchise documented late-night activations against female CNICs; 10 pre-activated SIMs seized. Fine under the Subscriber Antecedents Verification Regulations 2015.
PECA 2016 — Legal Framework for SIM Information Privacy
Pakistan’s Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act 2016 (PECA) governs unauthorized access to SIM registration data and SIM registry privacy. Section references verified against the official text:
| Section | Offence | Maximum Penalty |
|---|---|---|
| Section 3 | Unauthorized access to PTA’s SIM Information System | 3 months / Rs 50,000 |
| Section 4 | Unauthorized copying of SIM registry data | 6 months / Rs 100,000 |
| Section 16 | Unauthorized use of another person’s sim information or identity data | 3 years / Rs 5 million |
| Section 17 | Issuing a SIM without completing biometric verification | 3 years / Rs 500,000 |
Competitor error: Many sites cite “PECA Section 14” for SIM data misuse. Section 14 covers cyberstalking. The correct section for sim information identity misuse is Section 16.
Who Can Legally Access Another Person’s SIM Information
- PTA — statutory regulator with direct system access
- NCCIA — operational since April 2025; current DG: Syed Khurram Ali (appointed October 2025); helpline 1799. Report cybercrime at complaint.nccia.gov.pk. The old FIA number 1991 is defunct.
- Pakistan Police — with a valid court order
- Network operators — for their own subscribers only
- Courts — may order disclosure in proceedings
Employers, landlords, private investigators, and the general public have zero legal authority to access another person’s sim information.
Fake “SIM Information” Sites — Warning and Reporting
Hundreds of Pakistani websites claim to offer sim information check services. None have access to PTA’s official registry. PKCERT (Pakistan Computer Emergency Response Team) has formally warned against APK files marketed as “SIM data” or “SIM tracker” apps — these commonly contain Remote Access Trojans (RATs) that silently steal banking OTPs.
Red flags that a site is fake:
- Asks for a stranger’s number to show their details
- Shows a fake “Connecting to PTA Server…” animation
- Offers a “paid premium” option for complete data
- Asks for an APK download to “unlock” sim information
To report a fake site: complaint.pta.gov.pk or PTA helpline 0800-55055 (9 AM–9 PM, 7 days). Financial fraud: NCCIA 1799 or complaint.nccia.gov.pk
SIM Information Kaise Nikalein — Roman Urdu AEO Guide
Bilingual guide — voice search aur Pakistani users ke liye.
Apni SIM ki maloomat (sim information) check karna bilkul free aur legal hai — 60 seconds lagte hain.
668 se check karein: 13-anka CNIC (dashes ke baghair) 668 par SMS karein. 60 seconds mein PTA ka jawab: har operator ke liye SIM count. Rs 2 + tax. Internet ki zaroorat nahi.
cnic.sims.pk se online check karein: Browser mein cnic.sims.pk kholein. CNIC daalen, CAPTCHA solve karein — koi OTP nahi. Free. Pakistan ke bahar se bhi kaam karta hai. NICOP holders Foreign ID tab use karein.
667 se apne haath ki SIM: “MNP” likh kar 667 par SMS karein apni SIM se. Reply mein naam, CNIC, aur operator milega — sirf apni SIM ke liye.
PTA RAABTA WhatsApp: 0315-0055055 par koi bhi message bhejein — menu-driven system SIM verification aur DIRBS queries ke liye guide karta hai.
Jo websites “number daal kar SIM ki maloomat nikalen” ka dawa karti hain, woh PECA 2016 Section 16 ke tehat illegal hain.
Ghair Mazoor SIM Kaise Block Karein
- 668 reply ka screenshot lein (timestamp ke saath — legal evidence)
- Operator helpline call karein: Jazz 111 · Zong 310 · Telenor 345 · Ufone 333
- Original CNIC le kar franchise jain — biometric ke baad SIM disown ho sakti hai
- PTA complaint: complaint.pta.gov.pk ya 0800-55055
- Financial fraud: NCCIA 1799 ya complaint.nccia.gov.pk
365-day note: Nayi activated SIM ~May 25, 2026 ki PTA advisory ke baad 365 din tak disown nahi hoti. Fraudulently issued SIM is rule se exempt hai.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is SIM information in Pakistan?
SIM information is PTA’s official biometrically verified registration record for every active mobile SIM, stored in the SIM Information System (668). It holds six fields: owner’s full name, 13-digit CNIC, network operator, activation date, BVS biometric status, and SIM status. Free check via 668 or cnic.sims.pk takes 60 seconds.
Q2. What is the difference between SIM transfer and SIM disowning?
Disowning permanently removes a SIM from your CNIC — the number is released back to the operator. Transfer moves the SIM to another person’s CNIC while keeping the number active. Transfer requires both the current owner and new owner to appear at a franchise together with original CNICs and live biometrics. Simply handing over a SIM does not transfer legal ownership.
Q3. What does the 668 reply show?
The 668 reply shows your operator-wise SIM count and grand total only — for example: Jazz: 2, Zong: 1, Total: 3. It does not show individual mobile numbers, your full name, or address. For the full record including name and dates, use cnic.sims.pk.
Q4. What is the difference between BVS status and SIM status?
BVS status shows whether biometric verification is complete (Verified / Not Verified / Pending). SIM status shows whether the line is operational (Active / Suspended / Blocked / Deactivated). These are two separate fields. A SIM can be Active in SIM status but Not Verified in BVS status simultaneously.
Q5. Can I check another person’s SIM information by their number?
No. PTA’s SIM Information System has no public interface for retrieving another person’s sim information by mobile number. Under PECA 2016 Section 16, this violates Pakistani law — up to 3 years imprisonment and Rs 5 million fine.
Q6. Do SCO/SCOM SIMs count toward the 8-SIM CNIC limit?
Yes. SCOM SIMs are fully integrated into PTA’s national SIM Information System, appear as “SCO” in 668 and cnic.sims.pk results, and count toward your 8-SIM CNIC limit exactly like any other operator’s SIM.
Q7. What is the SIM disowning fee?
PTA set a ceiling of Rs. 200 per SIM, effective January 1, 2024. The fee is fully waived in fraud cases where the SIM was issued without the consumer’s knowledge or consent.
Q8. How many SIMs can a foreign national register in Pakistan?
Foreign nationals and POC (Pakistan Origin Card) holders are limited to 2 SIMs — not the 8 allowed for Pakistani CNIC holders. SIM validity corresponds to visa or POC validity.
Q9. What changed about SIM rules in 2025–2026?
Six verified changes: (1) 365-day disowning/transfer lock from ~May 25, 2026; (2) Rs. 200 disowning fee ceiling from January 1, 2024; (3) Midnight–6 AM sales ban from May 19, 2026; (4) NADRA facial recognition fallback from January 20, 2026; (5) 7-day buffer from January 24, 2024; (6) Expired-CNIC advisory of April 8, 2026.
Q10. What is RAABTA?
RAABTA is PTA’s branded digital assistant — available on the PTA website and on WhatsApp at 0315-0055055. Both are the same system offering SIM verification, DIRBS/IMEI queries, and complaint filing.
Conclusion — Key Facts You Can Count On
- Checking your own sim information is free and legal. Use 668, cnic.sims.pk, 667, or RAABTA at 0315-0055055.
- The official CNIC limit is 8 SIMs (5 voice + 3 data) across all operators combined. Supreme Court of Pakistan, November 5, 2015. Foreign nationals are limited to 2.
- Simply handing someone a SIM does not legally transfer ownership. Formal biometric transfer at a franchise is required to update the sim information registry.
- DIRBS tracks devices (IMEIs); the SIM Information System tracks SIM card registrations across Pakistan. Pakistan uses DIRBS — not CEIR (which is India’s system).
- The 365-day disowning rule is real — confirmed by PTA DG Ahmed Shamim to Geo Fact Check. Date: ~May 25, 2026 (not “June 5, 2026” as competitor sites incorrectly claim).
Official Sources for SIM Information — Verified Government Links
| Resource | URL |
|---|---|
| PTA SIM Information Portal | cnic.sims.pk |
| Pakistan Telecommunication Authority | pta.gov.pk |
| PTA Complaint Portal | complaint.pta.gov.pk |
| DIRBS Device Registry | dirbs.pta.gov.pk |
| NADRA | nadra.gov.pk |
| NCCIA | nccia.gov.pk |
| NCCIA Complaint Portal | complaint.nccia.gov.pk |
| PKCERT | pkcert.gov.pk |
| PECA 2016 (Official Text) | sja.gos.pk — PEC2016.pdf |
Author: Muhammad Hamza · checksimowner.pk · Last reviewed: June 2026
Independent consumer education resource. Not affiliated with PTA, NADRA, NCCIA, or any Pakistani telecom operator. All PECA sections described for public awareness only — not legal advice.
