The official 8171 web portal now gives families a faster way to confirm eligibility, view their PMT score, and track quarterly Kafalat payments from home without office visits. This update improves transparency and helps beneficiaries know exactly when and how they will receive support.
What’s new on the portal
The recent 2025 update adds a clear display of your PMT (Proxy Means Test) results alongside payment status and collection channel, so you see why a CNIC is eligible or not. This makes the process more transparent and reduces confusion for women-headed and low-income households.
How to check your CNIC and payment (quick steps)
You can check your status in minutes: open the official 8171 page, enter your 13-digit CNIC (no dashes), complete the captcha and press Check Status — the portal shows eligibility, PMT score, and any scheduled disbursement. Save or screenshot the result for proof.
| Step | Action |
| 1 | Go to 8171.bisp.gov.pk (official portal) |
| 2 | Enter 13-digit CNIC (no dashes) |
| 3 | Fill captcha → Click Check Status |
| 4 | Screenshot reply or note collection channel |
SMS option — no internet needed
If you lack internet, use SMS: type your 13-digit CNIC and send it to 8171. The automated system replies with Eligible, Pending, or Not Eligible and basic collection details. Keep the SMS as your receipt and follow any instructions in the reply.
What the PMT score means for you
The PMT score reflects household conditions — income, assets, utilities and family size — and determines priority for Kafalat support. A lower PMT means greater likelihood of approval; priority groups such as widows, disabled persons and female household heads are considered carefully during review.
Payment amount & secure collection channels
Approved households are being processed for the 2025 Kafalat instalment. Standard disbursements in recent rounds have been Rs. 13,500 per eligible family; confirm your exact amount and phase on the portal. Funds are delivered by bank transfer, biometric ATM, PayPak card or CNIC-linked mobile wallets.
Common problems and fixes
If the portal returns No Record, check your CNIC entry, confirm NADRA details, and allow time for NSER updates. For “Pending” status wait 48–72 hours then re-check; expired CNICs require NADRA renewal and a Tehsil Office visit with originals to update records.
| Problem | Quick fix |
| No Record | Re-enter CNIC; update NADRA; visit Tehsil if needed |
| Status Pending | Wait 48–72 hours; re-check or visit office |
| Biometric fail | Request PayPak/card activation at partner bank |
Safety tips — protect your support
BISP and 8171 services are free; never pay agents. Only use official domains (look for .gov.pk) and the 8171 SMS number. Don’t share OTPs, CNIC images, or bank details with strangers — report anyone demanding money for registration or faster payments.
Quick FAQ — fast answers
Q: How do I confirm eligibility?
A: Visit the official portal, enter your 13-digit CNIC or SMS 8171 for a reply. Save the screen or SMS as proof.
Q: What if my details changed?
A: Update NADRA and visit the nearest BISP/Tehsil office with originals so NSER records can be corrected.
Final Words:
Use the official 8171 web portal or SMS now to check your PMT score, confirm eligibility and secure your Kafalat payment.
