This guide explains what BISP is, who is eligible, how to register, how to check eligibility and payments using CNIC (8171), and what to do if payments are stopped.

1. What Is the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)?

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is Pakistan’s largest social welfare and cash assistance program, launched to support poor and deserving families, especially women.

BISP provides:

• Regular cash payments to eligible families

• Financial support during inflation and economic hardship

• Assistance through programs like:

  • BISP Kafalat

  • Benazir Taleemi Wazaif

  • Emergency relief programs

BISP payments are managed through the 8171 system and linked with NADRA and NSER data.

2. Who Can Benefit from BISP?

BISP is designed for low-income and vulnerable households in Pakistan.

Eligible Groups Include:

• Poor families with no stable income

• Widows and divorced women

• Female-headed households

• Persons with disabilities

• Elderly people with no support

• Families living below the poverty line

📌 Payments are usually issued in the name of a woman in the household.

3. BISP Eligibility Criteria (2026)

You may be eligible for BISP if:

✔ You are a Pakistani citizen
✔ You have a valid CNIC
✔ Your family income is below the poverty threshold
✔ Your household is registered in NSER survey
✔ No family member is a government employee (Grade 1–22)
✔ You do not own large land, business, or luxury assets
✔ You are not a regular tax filer

You Are NOT Eligible If:

❌ You or your spouse is a government employee
❌ You receive pension or major government aid
❌ You own commercial property or large land
❌ Your income is above BISP limits
❌ You provided false information

4. What Is NSER Survey & Why It Is Important?

NSER (National Socio-Economic Registry) is the backbone of BISP.

During NSER survey:

• Household income is assessed

• Family size and expenses are recorded

• Poverty score (PMT) is calculated

📌 Without NSER registration, you cannot receive BISP payments.

5. Documents Required for BISP Registration

When visiting a BISP office or survey center, carry:

• Original CNIC

• CNIC copy

• Children’s B-Forms (if any)

• Utility bill (if asked)

• Disability certificate (if applicable)

• Death certificate (for widows)

⚠️ CNIC must be valid and unexpired.

6. How to Register for BISP (New Registration – 2026)

Step-by-Step Registration Process:

Step 1: Visit Nearest BISP / Ehsaas Office

Go to:

• BISP Tehsil Office
  OR

• NSER Dynamic Survey Center

Step 2: Complete NSER Dynamic Survey

• Provide household details

• Income and expenses recorded

• Family members verified

• Biometric verification done

Step 3: Data Verification

• NADRA verifies CNIC

• Poverty score calculated

• Eligibility decided

Step 4: Wait for 8171 SMS

If eligible, you will receive:

“You are eligible for BISP” from 8171

📌 Registration is free – no agent required.

7. How to Check BISP Eligibility by CNIC (8171)

Method 1: SMS Method (Most Common)

1. Open mobile SMS

2. Type your CNIC number (without dashes)

3. Send to 8171

You will receive reply showing:

• Eligible

• Under verification

• Not eligible

• Visit office

Method 2: Online Eligibility Check

1. Open official 8171 web portal

2. Enter CNIC number

3. Enter captcha code

4. Click submit

Your eligibility status appears on screen.

Method 3: Visit BISP Office

Carry:

• Original CNIC

Ask staff to check:

• Eligibility status

• Survey status

• Payment record

8. How to Check BISP Payment by CNIC

Payment Check via SMS (8171)

1. Send CNIC to 8171

2. Reply shows:

   • Payment released

   • Payment pending

   • Verification required

Payment Check via Online Portal

1. Enter CNIC on 8171 portal

2. View:

   • Payment amount

   • Installment status

   • Collection instructions

9. How to Collect BISP Payment

Payments can be collected from:

• Authorized BISP payment centers

• Partner banks or retailers

• Biometric verification required

Payment Steps:

1. Visit payment center

2. Provide CNIC

3. Biometric fingerprint verification

4. Receive cash + receipt

⚠️ Always count money before leaving.

10. Why BISP Payment Is Stopped or Blocked

Common reasons include:

• CNIC expired

• NSER survey incomplete

• Income status changed

• Government job detected

• Biometric verification failure

• Duplicate registration

• Ignoring 8171 messages

👉 Most cases are temporary and fixable.

11. How to Reactivate a Blocked BISP Payment

1. Identify reason via 8171

2. Fix issue:

   • Renew CNIC

   • Update NSER survey

   • Correct family data

3. Visit BISP office if required

4. Wait for re-verification SMS

⏱ Reactivation may take 2–6 weeks.

12. Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Paying agents
❌ Ignoring 8171 SMS
❌ Providing false income details
❌ Using someone else’s CNIC
❌ Not updating household changes
❌ Using fake websites

⚠️ BISP services are 100% free.

13. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Is BISP registration open in 2026?

Yes, through NSER Dynamic Survey.

Q2: Can men apply for BISP?

Yes, but payments are usually issued to women.

Q3: How much money does BISP give?

Amount depends on program and installment.

Q4: Can I appeal if declared ineligible?

Yes, by visiting BISP office for review.

Q5: Does expired CNIC stop payment?

Yes. CNIC must be valid.

Q6: Is online registration available?

No. Physical NSER survey is mandatory.

14. Conclusion

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is a lifeline for millions of poor families in Pakistan. If you meet the eligibility criteria and complete the NSER survey correctly, you can receive regular financial assistance.

Key Takeaways:

✔ CNIC must be valid
✔ NSER survey is compulsory
✔ Use only 8171 official channels
✔ Payments are issued after verification
✔ Avoid agents and fake messages

By following this guide, you can check eligibility, track payments, and resolve issues confidently.