The year 2000 saw the beginning of Pakistani residents’ adoption of cell phones. In the upcoming years, there will be a sharp rise in the number of cellular users due to lower costs and easier public access.
The abuse of technology with a goal followed this. Shortly after, unregistered SIMs were connected to several criminal activity and terrorist attacks.
PTA implemented a cutting-edge SIM information system in 2009 to address these issues. In order to verify the number of active SIM cards issued in relation to a user’s CNIC, the system is built to secure the digital records of SIM users.
Continue reading if you wish to check or block a SIM card or if you don’t know how many have been issued using your CNIC.
How many SIMs can be registered against a CNIC?
First and foremost, it’s critical to know that the number of SIMs that can be located in relation to their CNIC is limited. A private individual is only permitted to issue five SIM cards under his own name at any given time, in accordance with PTA guidelines.
To maintain the consistency of a maximum of 5 SIMs, if you already have 5 SIM cards registered with your CNIC and you would want to activate a second card, you should first block the SIM card that was previously used.
The way to check the number of active SIMs issued against your CNIC?
Obtaining information about the current SIM cards issued against your CNIC is vital if you are not familiar with them.
There are two simple ways to do this:
Through the website:
- Visit the PTA SIM Information website (Money Making Website) to check the number of SIM cards issued and active against your name.
- The link will open a web page asking you to enter your information.
- Enter your CNIC number in the field provided.
- Check the box to confirm that you are not a robot and press ‘Submit’.
- You will see a list of SIMs registered against this particular CNIC in tabular form.
- The number of SIMs will be categorized by the operator, and the table will also tell you the total number of SIMs that you have registered against your CNIC.
Via SMS: SIMs Register against
To know the amount of SIMs registered against your CNIC via SMS, here could be a short guide:
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- Open the text messaging application on your phone.
- Type your CNIC number without any hyphens.
- Once completed, send this message to 668.
- You will soon receive a reply via text message which will show you the total number of active SIM cards against each operator issued on your CNIC.
- Please note that you will receive PKR 2+ tax for every SMS you send to 668.
If you discover that the quantity of SIMs issued against your CNIC is bigger than the present number of SIM cards you have got used, you ought to contact the Customer ServiceCenter of the relevant company operator.
What is SIM cloning and why must you bear in mind?
SIM cloning is the process of copying one SIM card to another by moving the cloned SIM’s identity information to that other SIM card. After finished, all data is charged in addition to the original SIM card, allowing someone else to use it on a different cell phone.
Many criminals employ phone cloning as a typical technique for illicit activities and calls made under false pretences. In order to prevent the SIM card from operating illegally, notify the relevant cellular provider right away if someone calls your number that you did not get.
PTA Biometric Verification System:
The PTA Biometric Verification System, or BVS for brief, maybe a major step by PTA in monitoring the security of cellular users and eliminating illegal use of mobile connections. With this system you can easily:
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- Get a duplicate SIM.
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- Activate or buy a new SIM card.
- Change the ownership of a SIM card previously registered under someone else’s CNIC.
- Re-verify your SIM card.
- Resolve mobile number portability issues.
How to get biometric verification of your SIM card?
You must verify that the SIM card you are using is one that PTA recognises. If you obtain a biometrically verified SIM card, you must first verify that the SIM card is registered in your name. This will ensure that your registered SIM card isn’t barred.
How to check the SIM owner’s name?
To know the name of the owner of the SIM, you must follow these simple steps:
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- Open the text messaging application from your phone.
- Send a blank message to 667.
- You will soon receive a reply text message indicating the name of the SIM owner from whom the message was sent. (Laboratory Work)
How to block SIM cards registered against your CNIC?
It is preferable to disable a mobile SIM that you do not use in order to protect your CNIC from being used without authorisation. It is necessary for you to: Visit the relevant cellular company’s customer service office or nearest franchisee.
The required form must be completed and your original CNIC shown in order to instantly block your desired number.
Conclusion Check Sims on CNIC
Lastly, I want to remind you that using an unregistered or illicit SIM card is against the law and has repercussions. You should find a solution right away if you are currently using an unregistered SIM card or a SIM card that is registered in someone else’s name in order to prevent becoming involved in illegal activity.