In 2025 the Benazir Income Support Programme raised its quarterly Benazir Kafaalat payment to Rs. 13,500 and launched a nationwide dynamic survey to update the National Socio-Economic Registry. The move aims to tighten targeting, cut fraud, and fast-track digital payments to deserving households.
What is the Dynamic Survey and why it matters
The dynamic survey refreshed household records in the National Socio-Economic Registry (NSER) using door-to-door interviews and digital CAPI tools so that beneficiary lists reflect current need. This re-validation lets BISP correct old records, drop ineligible names, and add newly eligible families.
Core objectives of the 2025 update
BISP’s goals were to root out fraud, raise transparency, and better target cash to the poorest households by re-scoring families with the Proxy Means Test (PMT) and modernising payment rails. The exercise aimed to reduce leakage and speed up payments to verified recipients.
Where and when to complete the survey (deadline)
Households were asked to visit local BISP Tehsil offices, mobile survey vans, or use the official app to finish the NSER update. BISP set a firm deadline of 30 June 2025 for the dynamic survey; missing it risked suspension of future payments until records are regularised.
Required documents (quick table)
| Document | Why you need it |
| Original CNIC (household head) | Biometric / identity verification |
| B-Forms (children) | Register dependents |
| Active mobile number | SMS alerts, OTPs and 8171 updates |
| Latest electricity bill | Address/household confirmation |
Bring originals to avoid delays: the CNIC links your biometric identity, B-Forms register children, an active mobile number keeps you connected to 8171 alerts, and a recent electricity bill confirms address details. Incomplete files can slow or block registration.
How eligibility is measured — PMT explained
Eligibility is decided by the Proxy Means Test (PMT), which scores households on assets, income, housing type, and utilities. The BISP board sets the PMT cut-off each cycle; in 2025 media reports placed working thresholds in the low-30s, and the exact cut-off can vary by category and fiscal space.
Special categories and exceptions
BISP keeps room for special categories — widows, persons with disabilities, elderly women without income, and transgender citizens — who may qualify even if their PMT sits above the general cut-off. These groups follow special verification rules, so submit required supporting documents for case-by-case review.
How payments are delivered & identity checks
From 2025 BISP moved strongly toward digital disbursement: funds are routed into Sahulat accounts, wallets or bank channels using instant rails like Raast/IBFT, while biometric verification at ATMs, POS points, or camps secures payouts. Partner banks and PayPak cards help beneficiaries who need non-biometric access.
If your fingerprint does not match
If biometric verification fails, banks can issue a PayPak debit card or activate a wallet tied to your CNIC. You may be asked to visit a partner branch for card activation and a secondary identity check before cash release — staff will assist with the process.
How to check your BISP / 8171 status — 3 simple methods
SMS: Type your 13-digit CNIC (no dashes) and send to 8171 for an instant reply.
Online: Visit the 8171 web portal, enter CNIC + captcha to see full payment history.
In person: Go to the nearest BISP Tehsil Office with CNIC for staff help.
For quick checks use SMS; for full details use the portal; for disputes go in person.
SMS example & what replies mean
| Action | Example |
| SMS | Type 4240123456789 → send to 8171 |
| Typical replies | Qualified / Payment Ready / Pending / Not Qualified |
When you get a reply, ‘Qualified’ means you meet eligibility and will receive funds; ‘Pending’ means verification is ongoing; ‘Not Qualified’ indicates you do not meet the current PMT cut-off. Keep your mobile active and contact the Tehsil Office if status doesn’t change after a week.
Protecting yourself from fraud (do this)
BISP states there is no fee for registration; official messages come only from 8171 or BISP offices. Never pay agents, never share OTPs or CNIC photos with strangers, and report suspicious calls or offers to your local Tehsil Office or the BISP helpline immediately.
Impact on families — what to do now
If you depend on BISP, act today: check your CNIC on 8171, confirm the mobile number registered under your CNIC, complete any pending survey visits, and keep original documents ready. Timely action protects your quarterly Rs. 13,500 stipend and avoids lengthy re-registration.
Quick FAQ (short, practical)
Q1 — What PMT score is required?
BISP sets the PMT cut-off each cycle. In 2025 published reports showed working thresholds in the low-30s, but exact figures change by category — check your CNIC on 8171 for the official number.
Q2 — Can I register after 30 June 2025 if I missed it?
Usually missed surveys mean payments are paused until you reapply or a catch-up window opens. Watch official BISP announcements and visit the Tehsil office to learn about any reopening.
Q3 — How do I avoid scams?
Never pay anyone to register. Rely only on 8171 SMS, the official portal, or BISP offices. If someone asks for money or personal OTPs, refuse and report them to your local Tehsil office right away.
Final note
These 2025 reforms are designed to make BISP fairer and faster, but they require action from beneficiaries. Verify your CNIC on 8171, finish any pending survey steps, keep your documents safe, and ignore unofficial agents so you continue to receive the Rs. 13,500 quarterly support on time. From 2025 BISP moved strongly toward digital disbursement: funds are routed into Sahulat accounts, wallets or bank channels using instant rails like Raast/IBFT, while biometric verification at ATMs, POS points, or camps secures payouts. Partner banks and PayPak cards help beneficiaries who need non-biometric access.
