As of February 13, 2026, the Benazir Income Support Programme has officially started releasing the first quarterly installment of Rs. 13,500.

Some districts and special cases are receiving up to Rs. 14,500 due to inflation adjustments or backlog clearances.

Here is the complete, detailed guide covering balance check, SIM verification, PMT score, online registration, and wallet updates.

🔎 BISP Check Balance Online by CNIC 2026

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🌐 8171 Web Portal – Official Method

1. Open the official 8171 web portal
2. Enter your 13-digit CNIC (no dashes or spaces)
3. Complete captcha verification
4. Click Submit

Portal Status Messages

📱 Check BISP Eligibility Online 8171 (SMS Method)

If internet is slow:

1. Open SMS app
2. Type CNIC number
3. Send to 8171

Reply confirms eligibility and payment status.

⚠️ Only trust SMS from 8171.

📊 8171 PMT Score Check (2026 Criteria)

PMT (Poverty Means Test) determines eligibility.

General Eligibility Threshold:

• Below 32 → Eligible
• Above 32 → Not Eligible

PMT is calculated based on:

• Household income
• Assets/property
• Utility usage
• Family size

Exact PMT score is not publicly shown, but status reflects it.

📲 8171 Payment SIM Verification (2026 Update)

To prevent fraud:

• Your mobile SIM must be registered on your CNIC.
• SIM mismatch may block payments.
• Update your number at Tehsil office if changed.

SIM verification is now part of digital security reforms.

📝 Online Registration BISP – Can You Apply Online?

Full registration cannot be completed online.

Steps for New Registration:

1. Visit nearest BISP Tehsil Registration Center
2. Bring:
   • Original CNIC
   • Children’s B-Forms
   • Utility bill
   • Registered SIM
3. Complete Dynamic Survey
4. Biometric thumb verification
5. Wait 45–90 days for approval

💳 BISP 8171 Wallet Update 2026

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The 2026 system is shifting toward digital disbursement.

Payment Channels:

• HBL Biometric ATMs
• Bank Alfalah ATMs
• JazzCash (selected districts)
• EasyPaisa (pilot rollout)
• Designated bank branches

Benefits:

• Reduced deductions
• Faster transfers
• Fewer campsite queues

🏢 Ehsaas Program Registration 8171 NADRA – Explained

National Database and Registration Authority verifies identity records.

However:

• Registration happens at BISP centers
• NADRA only confirms biometric and CNIC data

📅 2026 Payment Updates at a Glance

⚠️ Security Warning

• Registration is 100% free
• Never pay Rs. 500 / Rs. 1,000 to any agent
• Never share ATM PIN or OTP
• Report fraud: 0800-26477

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