According to the latest updates from the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), the Phase 3 payments of the Benazir Kafaalat Program began on December 10, 2024, covering multiple districts across Pakistan. Beneficiaries received Rs. 10,500, along with Benazir Taleemi Wazaif stipends for their children.
Additionally, Taleemi Wazaif payments of up to Rs. 4,500 started from December 20, 2024 after completion of the school verification process.
Taleemi Wazaif Verification & Payment Update
The school verification process for Taleemi Wazaif started in October and reached about 70% completion before December. After verification:
- Families became eligible for Rs. 2,500 – Rs. 4,500 per child
- Payments were released along with Kafaalat installments
- Distribution began at BISP campsites from December 20
Only families who completed the school verification process were considered eligible.
Payment Schedule & Eligibility
For the December cycle:
- Some children received 2 installments (6 months)
- Others received 3 installments (9 months) depending on province
- Decision finalized on December 2, 2024 by BISP
How to Collect Kafaalat Phase 3 Payment
Beneficiaries can collect payments by following these steps:
- Visit the nearest BISP campsite
- Bring your original CNIC
- Collect a token at the entrance
- Complete biometric (fingerprint) verification
- Receive your payment
If any issue occurs, contact the Help Desk at the campsite immediately.
Update on New Payment Increase
The increased Rs. 13,500 Kafaalat payment was scheduled for rollout from March 2025, while December 2024 payments followed the previous amount.
Beneficiaries are advised to always check their payment status through the official 8171 web portal to avoid misinformation.
Registration for New Beneficiaries
Families not yet registered can apply for the program:
- Visit a BISP Tehsil Office
- Complete the NSER survey
- Provide:
- CNIC issued by National Database and Registration Authority
- Family Registration Certificate (FRC)
- Mobile number
For Taleemi Wazaif, children’s B-Form must also be submitted.
Payment Coverage Across Pakistan
Phase 3 payments were distributed across all provinces, including:
- Punjab
- Sindh
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Balochistan
- Azad Kashmir
- Gilgit-Baltistan
How to Check Payment Status
Registered beneficiaries can verify their status easily:
- Visit the 8171 web portal
- Enter your CNIC number
- Check eligibility and payment details
If your payment is not visible, visit the nearest BISP Tehsil Office for assistance.
Reporting Issues
If you face any problems such as:
- School verification issues
- Missing payments
- Biometric (fingerprint) failure
You should immediately visit your nearest BISP Tehsil Office or campsite help desk for resolution.
Conclusion
BISP announced that Phase 3 Kafaalat payments started on December 10, 2024, while Taleemi Wazaif payments were released from December 20, 2024. Payments continued across multiple districts, ensuring support for low-income families and promoting children’s education.
Beneficiaries are encouraged to verify their status through official channels and report any issues promptly to ensure smooth payment collection.
