All PTA Services at a Glance
668 – SIM Check on CNIC
PTA's flagship SMS service. Dial *668# or send your 13-digit CNIC to 668. Receive an SMS (PTA charges no service fee; standard SMS rates may apply) listing all SIMs registered on your CNIC across all operators. Response in ~30 seconds.
*668# or SMS CNIC to 668SMS / USSD667 – MNP Network Check
Send MNP to 667 from the SIM in your phone. Confirms which network that SIM is currently registered on, in ~6 seconds.
MNP to 667SMScnic.sims.pk Portal
Official PTA web portal. Enter your 13-digit CNIC to view all registered SIMs with operator details, phone numbers, and activation dates. Works from any country.
cnic.sims.pkWeb PortalRAABTA WhatsApp Assistant
PTA's Digital Assistant at 0315-0055055. Menu-driven SIM check, IMEI/DIRBS device status, and complaint filing. Works worldwide, no app install needed.
0315-0055055WhatsApp76367 – Network Identifier
Send N space 03XXXXXXXXX to 76367 to identify the current network operator of any Pakistani mobile number. Useful for ported numbers where prefix differs from current carrier.
N 03XX to 76367SMSPTA Complaint System
File complaints about unauthorized SIMs, poor service, or consumer rights issues via the online portal at complaint.pta.gov.pk or call 0800-55055.
0800-55055Phone / WebPTA Services Quick Reference
All official SIM services in one table. These are the official PTA, operator, NADRA, and complaint channels for SIM registration checks in Pakistan.
| Purpose | Code / Number | Speed | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full CNIC audit — all networks | *668# or SMS CNIC to 668 | ~30 sec | Learn more |
| Network of SIM in your phone | MNP to 667 | ~6 sec | Learn more |
| Free PTA web portal with dates | cnic.sims.pk | <5 sec | Learn more |
| RAABTA WhatsApp assistant | 0315-0055055 | Instant | Learn more |
| Identify any number's network | N 03XX to 76367 | Instant | Learn more |
| Jazz BVS biometric check | CNIC to 6001 | Instant | Learn more |
| Telenor BVS biometric check | CNIC to 7751 | Instant | Learn more |
| Zong BVS biometric check | CNIC to 310 | Instant | Learn more |
| Ufone BVS biometric check | V to 7911 | Instant | Learn more |
| PTA complaints (unauthorized SIM) | 0800-55055 | 24/7 | Learn more |
| NCCIA cybercrime helpline | 1799 | 24/7 | Learn more |
| NADRA helpline (CNIC queries) | 1777 | 24/7 | Learn more |
| PTA spam reporting (forward SMS) | 9000 | Free | Learn more |
| Do-Not-Call registration (text) | REG to 3627 | Instant | Learn more |
How to Use PTA Services
Check SIMs on Your CNIC via 668
- Open your phone's SMS app
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number (no dashes)
- Send it to 668
- Wait ~30 seconds for the reply SMS listing all SIMs on your CNIC
PTA does not charge a service fee; standard SMS charges may apply. Works on all networks. No internet required.
Confirm Network of a SIM via 667
- Open your phone's SMS app
- Type MNP
- Send it to 667 from the SIM you want to check
- Receive confirmation of the current network within seconds
This only works for the SIM physically in your phone. Free service by PTA.
Use cnic.sims.pk Portal
- Open your web browser and visit cnic.sims.pk
- Enter your 13-digit CNIC number
- Complete the CAPTCHA verification
- View all registered SIMs with operator details and activation dates
Works from any country. No signup required.
Use RAABTA WhatsApp Assistant
- Save 0315-0055055 in your contacts
- Open WhatsApp and send any message to this number
- Select from the menu: SIM check, IMEI status, or complaint filing
- Follow the prompts to get your information
Launched February 2026. Works from any country with WhatsApp access.
File a PTA Complaint
- Call 0800-55055 (toll-free, 24/7)
- Or visit complaint.pta.gov.pk online
- Provide your CNIC and details about the issue
- Receive a complaint reference number for tracking
For unauthorized SIMs, blocked numbers, or consumer rights issues. NCCIA cybercrime helpline: 1799.
PTA SIM Limit Policy
PTA enforces a maximum of 8 SIMs per CNIC — 5 voice SIMs and 3 data-only SIMs. This limit was set by the Supreme Court of Pakistan on November 5, 2015. Exceeding this limit triggers DIRBS-based enforcement with phased blocking starting with voice services.
If you discover unauthorized SIMs on your CNIC via the 668 service, you can file a complaint with PTA at 0800-55055 or visit your operator's franchise to disown the SIMs. The 365-day disowning window (introduced May 2026, confirmed by PTA's Director General — Geo Fact Check, May 28, 2026) means unauthorized SIMs stay on your CNIC longer, making regular checks essential.
Important: All PTA services listed on this page are free or charge only standard SMS rates. PTA never demands payment over the phone. If someone calls claiming to be from PTA and asks for money, it is a scam. Report such calls to PTA at 0800-55055.
Avoid third-party websites claiming to offer "PTA services" — PTA only operates through the official channels listed on this page. Unauthorized access to SIM information may violate PECA 2016.
Sources & Methodology
All PTA service codes, portals, and helplines listed on this page are sourced from official PTA publications and the PTA Complaint Portal. Legal frameworks reference PECA 2016.
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