BISP 8171 Program Payment
The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) is providing 8171 financial assistance of Rs 13,500 to deserving families every three months in the year 2025. Applicants for registration can register themselves by SMS or by visiting the nearest BISP office and checking their application status through the 8171 portal.
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New update: Increase in payout amount in 2025
The assistance given under the Benazir Kafalat program has been increased to Rs 13,500 per quarter so that the deserving can cope with inflation. Payments are made under full transparency and a biometric verification process so that money reaches the right people.
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Eligibility Rules
- Low Income Families (Assessed by NSER Survey)
- Do not own a large property or business
- Not drawing a government pension or salary
- Female-headed families or widows are included on a priority basis
- Must have a valid Identity Card (CNIC).
This program specifically provides funds to women directly from bank accounts or fixed payment centers.
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Procedure for Registration in the BISP 8171 Program Payment
- Application through the BISP office
- Visit the nearest tehsil office of BISP
- Provide CNIC and family information
- Complete the NSER survey
- Wait for the confirmation SMS from 8171
- Application through SMS
- Send your 13-digit CNIC number to 8171
- Know your eligibility through reply SMS
- Receive payment as per instructions or complete biometric verification if eligible
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How to Check BISP Status Online (2025)
- Go to the 8171 web portal
- Enter your CNIC number
- Complete the captcha
- Click on “Submit”.
- Your eligibility or payment status will be displayed on the screen
This procedure helps applicants check their application and financial aid status.
Payment verification process
Payments are made through the following channels:
- Bank branches
- Retailer outlets (eg, JazzCash, EasyPaisa)
- BISP Approved Payment Centres
Money cannot be received without biometric verification (fingerprint). If there is a problem with verification, visit the nearest BISP office to file a complaint or update the information.
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Common problems and their solutions
| The problem | Solution |
| Not receiving verification SMS | Check CNIC status online or resend SMS |
| Biometric authentication failed | Go to NADRA and get your fingerprints updated |
| The identity card has expired | Get CNIC renewed from NADRA |
| Delay in payment | Check the status on the 8171 portal |
Summary:
- BISP 8171 program Payment provides financial assistance of Rs.13,500 every 3 months.
- Registration is possible through SMS or the BISP office.
- April 2025 installment payments have started.
- Biometric authentication is required.
- Check your eligibility or payment status from the 8171 web portal.