The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is Pakistan’s premier cash transfer program providing financial assistance to millions of low-income families. In 2025, BISP continues to be the largest social safety net in Pakistan’s history. This guide covers everything about BISP registration, payment collection, and eligibility.
What is BISP?
BISP (Benazir Income Support Programme) provides unconditional cash transfers to deserving women in Pakistan. It was launched in 2008 and has since grown to cover over 9 million beneficiary families. The program is administered by the federal government and payments are made quarterly.
BISP Payment Amount 2025
- Quarterly payment: Rs. 8,500 per beneficiary family
- Annual total: Rs. 34,000 per year
- Payments are made every 3 months through designated centers
BISP Eligibility Criteria 2025
- Must be a Pakistani female citizen with valid CNIC
- Household must score below the poverty threshold in NSER survey
- No family member should be a government employee
- Household should not own more than 3 acres of agricultural land
- No family member should be a tax filer with income above threshold
How to Check BISP Payment Status 2025
- SMS: Send 13-digit CNIC to 8171
- BISP Website: Visit bisp.gov.pk and enter CNIC
- Helpline: Call 0800-26477 (toll-free)
- BISP App: Download from Play Store or App Store
How to Collect BISP Payment
- Visit your nearest BISP payment point with your CNIC
- Biometric thumb impression verification is required
- Payment can also be collected via Jazz Cash or HBL ATMs
- Bring your original CNIC — no payment without biometric verification
BISP Registration Process
- Visit nearest BISP Tehsil Office with your CNIC
- BISP surveyors may also visit your area — cooperate with the survey
- Complete the National Socioeconomic Registry (NSER) form
- Check eligibility via SMS to 8171 after 30 days
Frequently Asked Questions
How to check BISP payment status in 2025?
Send your 13-digit CNIC number to 8171 via SMS. You will receive an SMS confirming your payment status. You can also call the toll-free helpline 0800-26477.
What is the BISP payment amount in 2025?
BISP beneficiaries receive Rs. 8,500 per quarter, totaling Rs. 34,000 per year.
Where can I collect my BISP payment?
BISP payments can be collected at designated BISP payment centers, HBL branches, and via Jazz Cash using your CNIC and biometric verification.
