Hajj 2027 registration has witnessed a sharp increase in Pakistan, with more than 51,000 applicants completing their registration within the first two days, according to the Ministry of Religious Affairs.
The rising response highlights strong public interest in the upcoming pilgrimage cycle, with registrations being processed through both online portals and the official mobile application. The development is significant as it reflects early participation trends and growing reliance on digital systems for Hajj facilitation.
A spokesperson for the ministry said that out of the total registrations, around 46,000 were completed through the online portal, while nearly 5,000 applicants used the Pak Hajj mobile application. The ministry added that 41,000 applicants opted for the government Hajj scheme, while approximately 10,000 selected private operators.
Provincial breakdown and demographics
According to official data, Punjab recorded the highest number of registrations at 24,000, followed by Sindh with 16,000, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with 7,000, Islamabad with 3,000, Balochistan with 800, Azad Kashmir with 260, and Gilgit-Baltistan with 77 applicants.
Officials also noted that 30,000 male and 21,000 female pilgrims have registered so far. The majority of applicants fall within the 30 to 48-year age group, indicating strong participation from working-age citizens.
Digital Hajj system rollout
The Ministry of Religious Affairs, in collaboration with the National IT Board, is moving toward a fully digital and paperless Hajj management system to improve efficiency and accessibility for pilgrims.
Officials said the registration process will continue without interruption, while details regarding costs, packages, and quotas will be announced in the next phase. Citizens have been advised to complete their registration within the stipulated timeline.
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