The 8171 Web Portal has been officially updated for the April 2026 payment cycle. As of March 29, 2026, the Government of Pakistan has begun processing the second quarterly installment of the year. For many families, the base payment has been maintained at Rs. 13,500, with some eligible households receiving up to Rs. 14,500 depending on provincial top-ups and inflation adjustments.
BISP 8171 Payment Details (April – June 2026)
| Category | Information |
| Program Name | Benazir Kafaalat (8171) |
| April Installment | Rs. 13,500 – Rs. 14,500 |
| Check Method | SMS to 8171 or Web Portal |
| New Phase Starts | Early April 2026 (Phased Rollout) |
| Mandatory Update | NSER Dynamic Survey (Every 3 years) |
| Official Website | 8171.bisp.gov.pk |
How to Check BISP Eligibility Online (Step-by-Step)
The portal is now faster and supports direct mobile wallet verification for 2026.
- Visit the Portal: Open your browser and go to the official 8171 Web Portal.
- Enter CNIC: Type your 13-digit National Identity Card number (without any dashes).
- Captcha Code: Enter the 4-digit code shown in the image to verify you are a human user.
- Submit: Click the “Check” or “Submit” button.
- View Status: * Eligible: Your payment is ready or will be disbursed according to the April schedule.
- Pending: Your data is currently being cross-verified with NADRA.
- Ineligible: Your poverty (PMT) score is likely above 32.
Alternative SMS Method
If you don’t have internet access, simply send your 13-digit CNIC to 8171. You will receive an automated reply with your eligibility status and available balance.
2026 Registration Guide for New Families
If the portal shows you are not registered, follow this official process for the NSER Dynamic Survey:
- Step 1: Visit the nearest BISP Tehsil Office.
- Step 2: Bring your original CNIC, children’s B-Forms, and a recent electricity/gas bill.
- Step 3: Approach the Dynamic Registration Desk to provide your household information.
- Step 4: Complete the Biometric Verification (thumbprint).
- Step 5: Wait for a confirmation SMS from 8171 (usually arrives within 30 days).
Helpline & Safety Tips
Biometric Issues: If your fingerprint fails at an ATM, visit a NADRA office for a “BISP Biometric Verification” update.
Toll-Free Helpline: Call 0800-26477 for complaints regarding payment deductions or agent fraud.
SMS Security: Only trust messages from 8171. Messages from personal 11-digit numbers are scams.
Free Service: BISP registration and the 8171 check are 100% free. Never pay anyone for “approval.”
Shakir