BISP 14500 Payment 2026 — 8171 CNIC Check, Eligibility & Dates
Please note: This is an independent informational website. It is NOT BISP’s official website. For official information, use the official portal at 8171.bisp.gov.pk or call the BISP helpline on 0800-26477.
Quick Answer
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is “BISP 14500”? | The figure many people search for when checking the quarterly Kafaalat payment — see the warning below before trusting any amount |
| How do I check my payment? | SMS your CNIC to 8171 (free), or check on 8171.bisp.gov.pk |
| Official portal | 8171.bisp.gov.pk |
| Helpline | 0800-26477 (toll-free, Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:00 pm) |
What Is “BISP 14500”? Read This First
“BISP 14500” is the phrase thousands of people type into Google when they want to know about the quarterly Benazir Kafaalat payment. But here is the honest truth you need first: there is no single settled amount you can safely quote for the current payment cycle.
BISP announced a revised quarterly amount in March 2026, but different sources report different figures — Rs 13,500 in some places, Rs 14,500 in others. Neither is the confirmed amount for your payment.
The only reliable amount for YOUR payment is the one shown for your own CNIC on the 8171 portal (8171.bisp.gov.pk) or in your 8171 SMS. Check the exact amount for your cycle on the 8171 portal, or via your 8171 SMS, before you plan around any number.
What BISP Is
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), launched in 2008, is Pakistan’s largest federal cash transfer programme, reportedly supporting around 9 million families. The main payment, Benazir Kafaalat, goes every three months to the female head of an eligible household — directly to women by design, since money given to women is more likely to be spent on food, schooling and healthcare. See our complete BISP guide.
Who Qualifies for BISP 14500
To qualify for the Kafaalat quarterly payment, your household must meet all of these:
- You are a Pakistani woman with a valid CNIC.
- Your household PMT score is 32 or below (or 37 or below where a household member has a disability).
- No member of your household is a government employee, and no family member receives a government pension.
- Your family owns no more than 3 acres of farmland or 80 square yards of residential property; no member pays income tax; and your NSER data is up to date.
Since 2024, transgender persons with valid NADRA CNICs are also eligible. Ask at your BISP Tehsil Office for the current procedure if this applies to you.
What Is the PMT Score?
Your PMT (Proxy Means Test) score is a poverty number between 0 and 100. Lower means poorer. BISP works it out automatically from your NSER survey data. It is not based on income alone — it uses 20 or more factors, including house type and rooms, utilities, assets such as a car or television, land and livestock, and the education and work of household members.
The hidden problem: a wrongly recorded factor — a neighbour’s fridge listed as yours — pushes your score up unfairly. The fix is a free Dynamic Survey at your BISP Tehsil Office (guide); also see how to check your PMT score online.
How to Check Your BISP 14500 Payment Status by CNIC
SMS (fastest): send your 13-digit CNIC to 8171 from a SIM in your own name. The SMS is free. A family member’s number can return the wrong result.
Web portal: visit 8171.bisp.gov.pk, enter your CNIC number, and check your payment status. This is also where you can see the exact amount for your cycle. Our guide to the 8171 web portal check online explains what each result means.
In person: visit your nearest BISP Tehsil Office with your original CNIC. Call 0800-26477 to find your nearest office.
How to Register — New Applicants
If you have never registered, visit your nearest BISP Tehsil Office with your original CNIC, B-Forms for all children, proof of address and your mobile number. A staff member records your household data, and your PMT score is worked out from it — this can take several weeks, so check 8171 after a few weeks. Describe your situation fully (dependents, health issues, irregular income). See BISP registration.
Why Is My BISP 14500 Payment Blocked?
| Reason for block | What to do |
|---|---|
| CNIC expired | Renew at NADRA immediately |
| SIM not in your name | Register the SIM in your name at any telco franchise |
| PMT score above the cut-off because of a data error | Request a Dynamic Survey at the BISP Tehsil Office |
| Re-verification not completed | Visit the Tehsil Office before the deadline |
| Household data changed | Update your NSER data at the Tehsil Office |
| Rural area — payment camp not attended | Ask the Tehsil Office for the next camp date |
There is no fixed timeline — each fix can take several weeks. Ask at the office, and check 8171 again after a few weeks. See BISP payment delays — reasons and solutions.
Scam Warning 2026
Fraud targeting BISP beneficiaries has become more sophisticated, using WhatsApp, fake social media pages and spoofed SMS numbers. The most common current scam: a caller claims to be from BISP, says your payment has increased, and asks for your CNIC photo, OTP or bank PIN to “activate” the new amount. Once shared, they can redirect or block your payment.
Rules to protect yourself: BISP never contacts you via WhatsApp and never asks for your PIN or OTP. Genuine messages come only from 8171, and the only helpline is 0800-26477. Never pay a fee to register, and never share your CNIC photo, OTP or bank details. Scammers often use the BISP 14500 figure itself as bait — any message promising that exact amount is a red flag. See BISP scam messages and how to report fraud.
Checklist — Before You Go
- CNIC valid, SIM in your own name, status checked on 8171 or the portal.
- B-Forms for your children (if registering as a new applicant).
- Nearest BISP Tehsil Office location known; helpline saved: 0800-26477.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the BISP 14500 payment in 2026? There is no single confirmed figure we can safely quote: BISP announced a revised quarterly amount in March 2026, and different sources report different figures. Check the exact amount for your cycle on the 8171 portal or in your 8171 SMS.
Is the payment monthly or quarterly? Quarterly. It is paid once every three months.
What is the PMT score threshold? 32 or below for Kafaalat (37 or below where a household member has a disability). Scores above the cut-off may still qualify for Taleemi Wazaif stipends.
