BISP Payment ₨ 13,500 New Installment – October 2025: What Beneficiaries Should Know

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is gearing up to disburse a new ₨ 13,500 quarterly installment in October 2025 under its “Kafalat / 8171” scheme. This amount reflects the increased stipend introduced earlier this year. Beneficiaries and applicants alike are awaiting clarity on eligibility, disbursement methods, and deadlines.

Why ₨ 13,500? The Recent Increase

In 2025, the government raised the BISP installment from the previous level (₨ 10,500) to ₨ 13,500 to help cushion low-income families amid rising inflation and cost-of-living pressures.
This adjustment is meant to ensure that regulated cash support remains meaningful and responsive to economic conditions.

Quick Detail Table

Aspect	Detail / Update
Installment Amount	₨ 13,500 (quarterly)
Effective From	New disbursements starting October 2025
Who Is Eligible	Existing BISP / Kafalat beneficiaries who remain eligible
Verification Needed?	Yes — biometric, CNIC, or re-verification as needed
Disbursement Method	Banks / payment agents / authorized centers in phases
Deadline for Update / Re-Verification	Before end of October (for uninterrupted payment)

Who Will Get the October 2025 Payment?

To receive the ₨ 13,500 installment in October 2025, the following conditions must typically be met:

Registered in BISP / Kafalat / 8171
Only families already enrolled in the program via the socio-economic registry (e.g., NSER) will be eligible.
Valid CNIC
Beneficiaries must hold an active, non-expired national identity card. If the CNIC is expired or replaced, it should be updated.
Biometric / Identity Verification
In many districts, biometric verification (thumb impression or fingerprint) will be required, especially for flagged or previously disputed cases.
Not Disqualified by Income or Assets
Households with high income, multiple property ownership, or government employment may be excluded.
Up-to-Date Records / Survey Data
If BISP requests re-verification or updated survey information, that must be completed within October to avoid suspension.

How & Where Payments Will Be Made

Payments will be released in phases, district by district.
Beneficiaries may collect from assigned bank branches, HBL Konnect agents, post offices, or payment camps depending on region.
Biometric verification is required at payment moment in many locations to confirm identity.
Beneficiaries should carry their original CNIC; photocopies are often not accepted.
It is important not to pay any fees or commissions to intermediaries — payment collection is supposed to be free of charge.

What To Do If You Face Issues

Problem	Possible Cause	Suggested Action
You didn’t receive payment	District release hasn’t reached your area yet	Wait for your district’s scheduled phase; monitor local announcements
CNIC not accepted	Expired CNIC or mismatch in records	Renew CNIC at NADRA and update BISP records
Biometric failure	Fingerprint mismatch or machine issue	Try at another center or request a manual override if allowed
Your name missing	Data not updated or excluded mistakenly	Visit BISP local office or survey center for correction
Agents demanding commission	Fraudulent behavior at some camps	Lodge complaint at BISP helpline or local office

Tips to Ensure Smooth Payment

Check your status early via 8171 SMS or local BISP office.
Do not wait until last minutes for re-verification; complete required updates early in the month.
Carry supporting documents in case verification is questioned (proof of residence, previous receipts, etc.).
Keep copies or receipt of your payment for your records.
Avoid unofficial agents — always use designated payment centers.

What’s the Impact?

The increase to ₨ 13,500 aims to alleviate financial stress on low-income families.
This installment acts as a bridge for daily expenses, medical care, school fees, or utility bills.
Ensuring that the payment reaches the right households will be critical to maintain trust in the program.
Efficient and transparent disbursement will reduce complaints and misuse.