How to Renew CNIC at NADRA Sargodha: Complete 2026 Guide
Your CNIC expired or about to expire? This guide covers everything about renewing your Computerized National Identity Card at NADRA offices in Sargodha District.
Visit NADRA Mega Center Sargodha (Railway Road) or any Khidmat Markaz with your old CNIC. Fee: Rs. 400 (normal), Rs. 700 (urgent), Rs. 1000 (executive). Processing: 15-30 days.
Estimated Time: 15-30 days (normal), 7 days (urgent), Same day (executive)
Estimated Cost: Rs. 400 - 1,000 depending on processing speed
- Original CNIC (even if expired)
- B-Form (if applicable)
- Father's CNIC photocopy
- Mother's CNIC photocopy
- Educational certificates (for education update)
- Utility bill or rent agreement (for address change)
Step-by-Step Guide
Verify expiry date on your current CNIC. You can renew up to 6 months before expiry. If already expired, you can still renew but may face additional verification.
Pro Tip: Renew before expiry to avoid issues with banking, SIM cards, and official transactions.
Original old CNIC (even if expired). B-Form (if under 18). Father's CNIC copy. Mother's CNIC copy. Educational certificates (optional, for education update).
NADRA Mega Center: Railway Road, Sargodha (8 AM - 8 PM). Khidmat Markaz locations: AC Office each tehsil. Take a token and wait for your number.
Pro Tip: Mega Center is less crowded on weekday mornings (8-10 AM) and Saturday afternoons.
Provide fingerprints and photo at the counter. Verify all details on screen carefully - name spelling, father's name, address, date of birth. Request corrections if needed.
Normal (15 working days): Rs. 400. Urgent (7 working days): Rs. 700. Executive (same day collection): Rs. 1000. Keep receipt safe - it's needed for collection.
Track status at id.nadra.gov.pk or SMS 'CNIC' to 8400. Collect from same office with receipt and old CNIC. Someone else can collect with authorization letter.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Going without original old CNIC
You must bring original CNIC even if expired. For lost CNIC, first file police report (FIR) and bring that.
Not verifying details on screen
Carefully check every field before signing. Corrections after issuance require new application and fees.
Losing the receipt
Take photo of receipt immediately. Without receipt, collection requires additional verification and delays.
Going on Friday or Monday
Busiest days. Go Tuesday-Thursday for shortest wait times.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can apply online at id.nadra.gov.pk, but still need to visit center for biometrics. Online application saves time at counter.
You'll be referred to NADRA regional office for manual verification. Bring additional documents like educational certificates, utility bills.
No. Biometric verification requires your physical presence. Exception: bedridden patients (home visit available for extra fee).
Bring utility bill or rent agreement as proof of new address. Address update is free during renewal.
Important Contacts
NADRA Helpline
0800-22786
9 AM - 9 PM
NADRA Sargodha Mega Center
048-3720111
8 AM - 8 PM
SMS Tracking
8400
24/7