BISP PMT Score Criteria August 2025 – Who Qualifies and How to Check Eligibility

In August 2025, the Government of Pakistan updated the eligibility criteria for the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), introducing a new PMT (Poverty Means Test) system. This move ensures financial aid reaches the most deserving families based on accurate socio-economic data rather than assumptions or favoritism.

What is PMT Score?

The Poverty Means Test (PMT) is a system that evaluates a household’s financial condition. It uses indicators such as:

• Monthly income
• Number of dependents
• Health and education status
• Employment
• Type of housing
• Ownership of land or vehicles

“The lower the PMT score, the higher the chances that the family is struggling financially—and therefore qualifies for BISP support.”

PMT Score Criteria – August 2025

Eligible for BISP:

• PMT score below 32
• Households below the poverty line
• Unemployed women-led families
• Disabled individuals without income
• Daily wage earners
• Families in underdeveloped areas

Not Eligible:

• PMT score above 37
• Government employees or pensioners
• Stable monthly income above PKR 30,000
• Owners of land, cars, or multiple utilities
• Existing beneficiaries of other aid programs

How the Score Is Determined

The score is calculated through the NSER (National Socio-Economic Registry) system. Surveys collect household data, which is processed to assign a score from 0 to 100.

Focus Areas for 2025

BISP is now prioritizing underserved communities in:

• Interior Sindh (river and desert zones)
• South Punjab (DG Khan, Muzaffargarh)
• KPK (tribal, hilly regions)
• Balochistan
• Urban slums in big cities like Karachi and Lahore

How to Check PMT Eligibility

Step 1: Visit your nearest BISP center with your CNIC
Step 2: Review and update your NSER data
Step 3: If needed, request a reassessment

Documents Required

• Original CNIC
• Family CNICs or B-Forms
• Recent utility bill
• Disability or death certificate (if applicable)
• Any income proof or hardship documentation

FAQs

“The official eligibility cut-off is a PMT score below 32. Scores between 32 and 37 may be considered for conditional aid in some cases.”

“You cannot calculate the score yourself… visit your nearest BISP center and ask about your score.”

“You should request a data update or re-survey” if your info is outdated.

Tips for Applicants

• Keep all ID documents updated
• Report any job loss or hardship immediately
• Provide only truthful information
• Cooperate with staff during visits
• Keep receipts and slips for future follow-ups