The Government of Pakistan is offering continued financial help through the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) and the Ehsaas Program 8171 for deserving low-income families. If you’re eligible, you can receive Rs. 13,500 every three months. This article will help you understand how to check your status online using your CNIC, apply easily, and receive payments without confusion.
What Is the 8171 Web Portal and Why It Matters?
The 8171 Web Portal is a simple online platform launched by the government to help people check their registration status for the Ehsaas or BISP programs using their Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC). With this tool, applicants can quickly find out whether they are eligible for financial support, have payments ready, or need to complete registration steps.
You don’t need to visit an office to check your status anymore. Just use your mobile or computer and follow a few simple steps.
Who Can Apply for the BISP Ehsaas Program 2025?
To benefit from this program, your family must meet some basic eligibility conditions:
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You must be a low-income household (confirmed by the NSER survey).
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You do not own any big property or business.
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You’re not a government employee or a pension holder.
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You must have a valid CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card).
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Widows, women-led households, and disabled persons are preferred.
This program is designed especially to help poor families, with a strong focus on women empowerment by sending money directly into their bank accounts or through easy-to-reach payment centers.
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How to Apply for the BISP 8171 Program? (3 Easy Methods)
You can apply for BISP Ehsaas through any one of the following methods:
1. BISP Tehsil Office (NSER Survey Registration)
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Visit your nearest BISP registration center or tehsil office.
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Take your original CNIC and information about your family.
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They will conduct a National Socio-Economic Registry (NSER) survey.
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Wait for a confirmation message from 8171 after verification.
2. SMS Registration (Direct & Simple)
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Open your phone’s message box.
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Type your CNIC number (no dashes or spaces).
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Send it to 8171.
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You’ll receive a reply confirming your status or telling you what to do next.
3. Online Status Check via 8171 Portal
Want to check if your payment is ready or your registration is approved? Just:
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Visit the official 8171.bisp.gov.pk website.
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Enter your 13-digit CNIC number.
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Fill in the captcha code.
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Click “Submit”.
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Your status will appear instantly on the screen.
This method is very helpful if you’re unsure whether you are selected or still waiting.
How to Collect Your BISP Payments?
Once approved, your payments are sent every three months. You can receive the Rs. 13,500 through:
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Assigned bank branches (like HBL).
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EasyPaisa or JazzCash shops authorized by BISP.
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Official BISP payment centers near you.
You must verify your identity with a thumb impression (biometric system) before getting the money. If verification fails, visit your nearest BISP office for support.
Latest Update for 2025: What’s New?
Good news! The Benazir Kafalat Program has increased the payment amount to Rs. 13,500 to help families tackle inflation and rising prices. Payments will continue to be issued through a secure and transparent biometric system, so that only deserving people receive support.
With these updates, families can better manage their expenses and ensure their basic needs are met. The government continues to take steps to support underprivileged communities through transparent digital services like the 8171 portal.
Need Help? Contact BISP Support
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SMS Service: Send your CNIC to 8171
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Official Website: www.bisp.gov.pk
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Helpline: Province-wise contact numbers available on the official site
Whether you’re checking your CNIC status or waiting for payment, this support system is there to help.