BISP Pakistan 2025: Govt restarts payments for old beneficiaries

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) continues to be one of Pakistan’s biggest social welfare projects, helping millions of low-income families meet daily needs.

In 2025, the government has officially restarted payments for old beneficiaries who were waiting for months due to verification issues — bringing much-needed relief and hope to many households.

Thousands of people across the country are now receiving 8171 messages confirming that their payments have been released. These funds are a lifeline for families who rely on the Benazir Kafaalat stipend for food, health care, school fees, and other essentials.

Government Confirms Payment Resumption

The government has confirmed that the 2025 payment cycle has begun for all verified and reactivated old beneficiaries. Families whose payments were stopped because of expired CNICs, missing NSER data, or incomplete verification have now been restored after rechecking by NADRA and NSER.

If you were registered before but your payments were stopped, you may now receive a new message from 8171 confirming reactivation. Payments can be collected at BISP camps or transferred directly into partner bank accounts such as HBL and Bank Alfalah.

Why Payments Were Stopped

In 2024, the government launched a dynamic survey to review all beneficiaries. Some payments were paused due to:

• Expired CNIC or incomplete data

• Household income changes

• Errors in biometric verification

• Outdated NSER records

Under the 2025 update, all verified and deserving families have now been added back to the active list.

How to Receive Payments

Beneficiaries can collect payments through:

1. 8171 SMS confirmation of payment release

2. Collection points and mobile camps in each district

3. Bank transfers for selected users

4. Biometric verification for secure collection

Who Is Eligible

Payments are being made to:

• Old verified beneficiaries

• Widows and senior citizens

• Disabled persons

• Families with school-going children under Benazir Taleemi Wazaif

Check Your BISP Status (8171 Method)

To check your payment:

1. Type your 13-digit CNIC number in an SMS.

2. Send it to 8171.

3. Wait for a reply confirming eligibility, verification, or ineligibility.

You can also check updates on the 8171 web portal.

Linked Support Programs

Along with the main cash assistance, the government continues other welfare schemes:

• Benazir Taleemi Wazaif for children’s education

• Benazir Nashonuma for nutrition of mothers and infants

• Disability Support Program for permanent aid to disabled persons

Stay Safe and Verified

Beneficiaries should remember:

• Only trust messages from 8171

• Do not pay anyone for collecting payments

• Keep your CNIC updated and valid

• Complete the dynamic survey when requested

A Source of Hope

The restart of BISP payments in 2025 has brought joy and relief to millions of families. For many women, especially widows and single mothers, this support means independence and dignity. The program continues to play a vital role in reducing poverty and empowering families across Pakistan.

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