The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) has commenced its third phase of payments for 2025. This phase represents an important milestone in continuing the government’s mission to uplift impoverished families and reduce economic vulnerability across Pakistan. The program offers financial aid to deserving households and marginalized individuals, enabling them to meet their essential needs with dignity.
In this comprehensive update, we’ll cover everything about the new payment cycle, including disbursement details, eligibility requirements, payment methods, and registration procedures, specifically relevant as of June 2025.
Start of Phase 3 Payments
The third phase of BISP payment distribution officially began on May 26, 2025, and is actively progressing into early June. Eligible individuals in previously uncovered areas, particularly in provinces like Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, are receiving payments.
Each qualified family is being granted PKR 13,500 as part of the quarterly disbursement—an amount increased recently to address inflation and rising living expenses.
Target Beneficiaries
This phase particularly emphasizes reaching individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Did not receive payments in Phase 1 or 2
- Live in remote or underrepresented districts
- Have recently updated their household data through the NSER (National Socio-Economic Registry)
The objective is to broaden the scope and encompass a higher number of impoverished families, who may have previously faced exclusion due to data constraints or administrative holdups.
✅ Eligibility Requirements
Not every citizen is eligible for BISP. To qualify for this financial assistance, applicants must meet strict socio-economic conditions. Since June 2025, the following rules have been in place:
- Must hold a valid CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- The household income must be less than PKR 25,000 a month.
- Must not be employed in any government job
- Should not own valuable assets, such as vehicles or large landholdings
- No recent international travel history, except for Hajj or Umrah
- A PMT (Poverty Means Test) score of 32 or lower
- Female-headed households, widows, people with disabilities, and divorced women are prioritized
Registration & Enrollment Process
If you haven’t enrolled in BISP yet, you must complete the registration process in person.
- Visit the nearest BISP Tehsil Office.
- Bring original documents:
- CNIC
- Children’s B-Forms (if applicable)
- Utility bills (electricity/gas)
- Proof of income or unemployment
- Complete the NSER survey, which collects household economic data.
- Finalize biometric verification via NADRA-supported systems.
- Please await a confirmation message from 8171 that will inform you of your eligibility status.
You may need to update your information if you have already registered but haven’t received the new payment.
How to Check Your Eligibility & Payment Status
BISP provides simple tools for checking your eligibility and tracking payments:
- Please send your 13-digit CNIC number to 8171 via SMS.
- Online Portal: Visit 8171.pass.gov.pk. Enter your CNIC number
The portal will display your eligibility status, and if approved, the expected date of disbursement.
Ways to Collect Your Payment
BISP offers multiple convenient options to receive your funds. Beneficiaries can choose from the following:
- Withdrawals from a bank ATM: To use an ATM at Bank Alfalah or HBL, you will need to show your CNIC and a fingerprint scan.
- Mobile Wallet Services: Funds can be transferred to JazzCash, EasyPaisa, or HBL Konnect accounts
- BISP Payment Campsites: Designated physical centers where recipients can collect their funds with their CNIC and fingerprint scan
Please avoid sharing your CNIC or personal details with unauthorized agents to prevent fraud.
⚠️ Mandatory Data Renewal for Long-Time Beneficiaries
If you have been receiving BISP support for more than three years, it is now mandatory to revalidate your information. This means revisiting the BISP office and undergoing a new NSER survey.
The deadline for re-verification is June 30, 2025. Missing this deadline may lead to your account being temporarily blocked and payments suspended from July onward.
Common Issues & Troubleshooting
- No SMS Received: Verify that NADRA has linked your mobile number to your CNIC. You can also visit the Tehsil BISP Office for assistance.
- Biometric Failure: If your fingerprint doesn’t match at the payment point, update your fingerprints at NADRA and retry after 5–7 days.
- Ineligible Notice: If marked ineligible, you can reapply after updating your household information via the NSER.
☎️ Helpline and Official Support
If you need help or face technical difficulties:
- BISP Helpline: Call 0800-26477 (toll-free)
- Website: Visit www.bisp.gov.pk
- SMS Service: Type your CNIC and send it to 8171
Conclusion
The Benazir Income Support Programme’s Phase 3 is a major initiative in 2025, aimed at expanding support to those who need it most. With improved payment mechanisms, increased financial aid, and broader geographic coverage, BISP continues to empower vulnerable families and ensure financial security for millions across Pakistan.
Citizens are encouraged to stay informed, verify their data, and access their entitled funds through authorized channels. This program is more than just a payment — it is a step toward social justice and inclusive development.
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