BISP 8171 NADRA BIOMETRIC VERIFICATION FOR PAYMENTS BEGINS IN 2025

BISP 8171 Biometric Verification for Payments – August 2025 Update

BISP 8171 NADRA BIOMETRIC VERIFICATION FOR PAYMENTS BEGINS IN 2025: Starting August 2025, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has introduced a new biometric verification process for cash disbursements under the 8171 system. This step, developed in collaboration with NADRA, is designed to ensure that financial aid reaches only genuine and deserving families across Pakistan, cutting down on fraud and duplicate claims.

 

Key Details of the New Verification System

• Verification Required: Beneficiaries must confirm their identity using both thumbprints and CNIC.

• Payment Amount: Eligible families will receive Rs. 13,500, while some will get Rs. 27,000 (a double installment).

• Who Needs Verification: All recipients enrolled in the BISP program.

• Where to Verify: Payments can be collected through BISP camps, JazzCash, Easypaisa, HBL Konnect, ATMs, or NADRA centers.

• Re-Verification Option: If a fingerprint scan fails, beneficiaries can re-scan or update their biometrics at a NADRA office.

• Check Status Online: Visit 8171.bisp.gov.pk.

• Check by SMS: Send your CNIC number to 8171.

• Documents Needed: Original CNIC and a registered mobile number.

• Payment Receipt: Provided digitally or as a printed slip after collection.

Why the New System Was Introduced

Over the past few years, the BISP faced challenges such as ghost beneficiaries and fraudulent claims. To restore trust and transparency, the government integrated NADRA’s biometric system, ensuring that cash assistance only reaches registered and deserving households.

Eligibility Criteria for BISP 2025

To qualify for payments in 2025, applicants must:

• Be registered in the National Socio-Economic Registry (NSER)

• Hold a valid CNIC

• Belong to a low-income household

• Have a PMT score between 32 and 40

• Not be employed in the government sector

Priority is given to:

• Women-led households

• Widows and orphans

• People with disabilities

• Families without land or stable income

How to Verify and Collect Your Payment

1. Visit a nearby BISP center or authorized payment agent (JazzCash, Easypaisa, HBL Konnect, etc.).

2. Present your CNIC.

3. Provide fingerprints for biometric verification.

4. Once verified, collect your installment of Rs. 13,500 or Rs. 27,000 (if eligible for a double payment).

5. Always collect a receipt after receiving the money.

What If Biometric Verification Fails?

If your fingerprints don’t match:

• Go to the nearest NADRA office for re-scanning or updating records.

• After re-verification, return to your payment center to try again.

Payment Schedule – August 2025

• Phase 3 payments began in mid-July and will continue through August 2025.

• In heat-affected districts, temporary camps with water and shade have been set up.

• In major cities, most payments are processed through ATMs and banking agents.

• Some beneficiaries are receiving double installments to cover pending dues from earlier this year.

How to Check Your Status

Online via Web Portal

1. Visit 8171.bisp.gov.pk

2. Enter your 13-digit CNIC (without dashes)

3. Complete the CAPTCHA

4. Click Submit

You’ll be able to see:

• Your eligibility status

• Whether your payment is approved

• If biometric verification is pending

• Next steps, if required

By SMS

1. Open your SMS app

2. Type your 13-digit CNIC number

3. Send it to 8171

4. Wait for a reply confirming:

   • Your eligibility

   • Payment status

   • If biometric verification is needed

   • Any additional requirements

⚠️ Make sure your SIM is registered in your own name, or the system may not respond correctly.

Common Issues and Quick Fixes

Conclusion

The August 2025 BISP update marks an important move toward financial transparency and efficiency. By making biometric verification mandatory, the government ensures that cash support reaches the right people at the right time. Beneficiaries are advised to keep their CNIC records updated and use the online portal or SMS service to stay informed about their eligibility and payment schedule.