The official 8171 Tracking Portal has been upgraded for the April 2026 payment cycle. The Government of Pakistan has officially reopened the portal to allow beneficiaries to check their current installment status of Rs. 13,500 from home.
8171 Tracking Portal: Quick Check Guide
To check your payment and eligibility status instantly, follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
- Enter CNIC: Input your 13-digit National Identity Card number (without any dashes).
- Captcha Verification: Type the 4-digit code shown in the image on your screen.
- Submit: Click the “Check Status” button.
Result: The screen will display your current balance, payment history, and whether you need to update your survey.
BISP 8171 Payment Summary (April 2026)
| Feature | Details |
| Current Installment | Rs. 13,500 |
| Release Date | Phase 1 started late March 2026 |
| SMS Service | Send CNIC to 8171 |
| Official Website | 8171.bisp.gov.pk |
| Registration Type | NSER Dynamic Survey (at Tehsil Office) |
Important Updates for 2026
- Digital Tracking: The 2026 portal now provides real-time updates on your Poverty Score (PMT). If your score is above 32, you may be marked as “Ineligible.”
- Biometric Requirement: All payments must be collected via biometric verification (fingerprint) at authorized ATMs (HBL/Bank Alfalah) or BISP payment camps.
- Registration Window: If the portal shows “Not Registered,” the April 2026 registration window is now open. You must visit your nearest BISP Tehsil Office with your original CNIC and children’s B-Forms to complete the NSER survey.
- Taleemi Wazaif: If you have children enrolled in school, their extra stipends (Rs. 2,500–Rs. 5,000) are being disbursed alongside the main Kafaalat payment.
Safety & Scam Alert
- Source: Only trust SMS messages from 8171. Any message from a personal 11-digit mobile number is a scam.
- Fees: BISP registration and status checks are 100% free. Never pay an agent or “online shop” to check your balance.
- Helpline: For complaints about missing payments or illegal deductions, call the official toll-free helpline at 0800-26477.