Pakistan’s BISP & 8171 information resource
Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)
One place to understand BISP, check your 8171 status, and find the exact page that answers your question — payments, registration, programs, or support.
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is Pakistan’s largest cash assistance programme for low-income households. It sends quarterly payments to registered families, along with linked support like children’s education stipends, using CNIC verification instead of paperwork. More than 9 million families are currently registered under BISP, according to the programme’s own figures for 2026. If your household has already been surveyed under the National Socio-Economic Registry (NSER), you can check your status, payment, or eligibility directly from this site.
8171 is BISP’s official verification system — reachable by SMS, helpline, or the 8171 web portal. Sending your CNIC number to 8171 tells you your registration and payment status right away. It is not a separate scheme; it is simply how BISP confirms your record. Every section below routes back to this same 8171 system, just for a different question.
Not sure what “8171” means?
It’s BISP’s short verification code, not a company or an app. Any page on this site that mentions 8171 is talking about the same official BISP system — never a third-party service asking for extra fees.
Find your section
Each part of BISP has its own page here. Pick the one that matches what you’re trying to do right now.
Check Your Status on the 8171 Web Portal
The 8171 web portal is where you check your BISP balance, payment status, and CNIC verification in one place. Enter your CNIC number and get an instant result — no visit to a Tehsil office needed. This is the fastest way to confirm whether a payment has been released to you this quarter.
See Your BISP Payment Schedule
This section explains when BISP payments are released, how the quarterly disbursement cycle works, and what to do if a payment shows as sent but hasn’t arrived. It also covers wallet and SIM registration for beneficiaries paid through digital wallets. Start here if your main question is about money, not registration.
Apply for BISP or Check Your Eligibility
New applicants register through the 8171 web portal or their nearest Tehsil office, using CNIC and household details. Eligibility depends on a PMT score generated from your household’s living conditions, not on an income statement alone. This section covers the required documents, the registration process, and what your PMT score result means.
Explore BISP’s Programs — Kafaalat, Wazaif, Ramzan Package & Ehsaas
BISP runs several programs under one umbrella: Benazir Kafaalat for cash support, Benazir Taleemi Wazaif for school-going children, and the seasonal Ramzan Package. Ehsaas is the earlier name for parts of this same system, now folded into BISP. This section explains what each program covers and who it’s built for.
Get Help With a Complaint or Failed Verification
If your CNIC won’t verify, your biometric fails at the agent point, or a payment is missing, this section covers the complaint process and the official BISP helpline. It also lists the numbers and offices used to resolve issues directly, without going through an unverified third party.
Not sure where to start? Check your CNIC on the 8171 web portal first. Most questions about balance, payment, or eligibility get answered right there in under a minute.
Common questions about BISP
Straight answers to what people usually ask before they’ve found their way to a specific page.
What is the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)?
BISP is Pakistan’s federal cash assistance programme for low-income households. It provides quarterly payments, along with linked support like children’s education stipends, to families identified through a household survey. The programme is run by the government and verified through CNIC, not through any private app or agent.
Is 8171 a separate scheme from BISP?
No. 8171 is BISP’s verification system, not a different programme. You use it to check your CNIC status, payment, and registration record. Some older content still calls it “8171 Ehsaas,” but Ehsaas has since been folded into BISP.
How do I know if my family qualifies for BISP?
Eligibility is based on a PMT score generated from a household survey under the National Socio-Economic Registry, not on income alone. Families below the poverty threshold set by BISP typically qualify. The Apply & Registration section explains the score, the survey, and what disqualifies a household.
How much does a BISP family receive, and how often?
Payment amounts differ by programme — Kafaalat, Taleemi Wazaif, Nashonuma, and the seasonal Ramzan Package all pay separately. Amounts are reviewed roughly every quarter alongside each disbursement cycle. The Payments section carries the current figures along with the date they were last confirmed.
What if my CNIC does not show as registered?
An unregistered CNIC usually means your household hasn’t been surveyed yet, or your record needs updating at a Tehsil office. It doesn’t always mean permanent ineligibility. The Support & Help section walks through the complaint and re-verification process step by step.
Is there an official app for BISP or 8171?
BISP does not require a private app to check your status. The 8171 web portal and the SMS/helpline service are the only channels confirmed by BISP itself. Be cautious of third-party apps or sites that ask for extra fees or personal details beyond your CNIC.