by If you recently completed your registration through the Dynamic Survey under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), this guide is specifically written for you. Thousands of women across Pakistan are asking the same questions right now — how much will I receive, when will my first payment arrive, and how do I check my status? Let’s answer all of that clearly and honestly.
How Much Will BISP Pay Eligible Women in 2026?
The Pakistani government has increased the quarterly payment amount under the 2026 relief package. Here’s what eligible women can now expect to receive.
Under the Benazir Kafaalat Program, the quarterly stipend has been revised upward. Previously set at Rs. 13,500, the new payment stands at Rs. 14,500 per quarter — a meaningful increase for families who rely on this support to meet their basic needs.
If your children are enrolled in school and registered under the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif scheme, you may also qualify for an additional educational stipend. This amount ranges from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 4,500, depending on your child’s grade level and gender. When both payments are combined, an eligible household could receive more than Rs. 18,000 in total financial assistance per quarter.
When Will Newly Registered Women Receive Their First Payment?
This is the question most newly registered beneficiaries are asking, and understandably so. The February to March 2026 payment cycle is currently active. If you completed your registration in January or February 2026, your first payment is expected during the first or second week of March 2026.
Before the payment is released, you will receive an SMS confirmation on your registered mobile number, after which the funds will be made available for collection. Keep in mind that the verification process can take anywhere from 24 hours to 10 days, depending on your area and the number of applications being processed, so patience during this period is important.
How to Check Your BISP Payment Status on 8171
BISP offers two simple, free ways to check your payment status from the comfort of your home.
The first option is the 8171 web portal. Visit the official BISP portal and enter your 13-digit CNIC number. If the system shows a message confirming that your payment has been released, you are ready to collect your funds.
The second option is the 8171 SMS service. Type your CNIC number and send it as a text message to 8171. You will receive an automated reply with your current payment status shortly. This is the quickest and easiest method for most women, especially those without regular internet access.
One important caution here: only trust messages that come from the official short code 8171. Any other number claiming to represent BISP should be treated with suspicion and reported immediately.
How Can New Beneficiaries Collect Their Payment in 2026?
New beneficiaries have multiple options for collecting their quarterly payment. You can withdraw funds at a biometric ATM using your thumbprint, visit an authorized BISP payment center, go to a designated bank agent, or use a mobile wallet retailer in your local area, depending on what is available near you.
Across all these methods, the most critical requirement is that your biometric fingerprint data must be current and up to date in the system. If your thumb impression has not been registered or has expired, you will be unable to access your payment until it is corrected.
What Should You Do If 8171 Shows Zero Balance?
Seeing a zero balance on the portal can be worrying, but in most cases, it does not mean you have been disqualified from the programme. There are several common reasons this can happen. Your data may still be being processed in the system, your payment may be scheduled for a later disbursement phase, your biometric verification may not be fully complete, or your survey information may be under routine re-check by BISP officials.
The best course of action is to wait between 7 and 15 days before doing anything further. If the problem continues after that, visit your nearest BISP office and ask the staff to check your file in person. While you are there, make sure your biometric data is updated as well to avoid any future delays.
Fraud Alert — Every Eligible Woman Must Read This
BISP registration is free. No one has the authority to ask you for money in exchange for registration, verification, or payment processing. If anyone contacts you in person, by phone, or via WhatsApp and asks for payment in return for BISP assistance, that is fraud and should be reported immediately.
Always rely on official communication through SMS code 8171 and the BISP official website only. If someone demands money or asks for your personal financial information, report them to your nearest BISP helpdesk or local authorities without delay.
This information has been prepared to help deserving women across Pakistan fully understand and access the support they are entitled to. If you found this helpful, please share it with someone in your community who may need it — accurate information truly makes a difference.
