The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), in collaboration with the Government of Pakistan, runs the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Program to support the education of children whose mothers are beneficiaries of the BISP Kafaalat program.
Under this initiative, school-going children receive a quarterly stipend ranging from Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 4,500 to help cover educational expenses such as school fees and uniforms.
Latest Payment Updates (2025)
- Payments for the January to June 2025 installment (Rs. 4,500) started distribution after 20 September 2025 at BISP campsites across various districts.
- New payments are also expected to begin after 20 August 2025 (as per earlier schedule).
- Campsite details are yet to be officially announced.
- Beneficiaries can check their payment status through the 8171 BISP web portal.
New Initiative: Student Tablet Scheme 2025
BISP is introducing a Student Tablet Scheme for children enrolled in Taleemi Wazaif:
- Tablets will be provided to 10th-grade students
- Eligibility: Students who score 80% or above in 2025 exams
Reasons for Payment Delays
Taleemi Wazaif payments depend on school attendance verification. Delays occur due to:
- Summer vacations (June–July), when schools are closed
- Incomplete attendance records during surveys
Currently, BISP has completed about 90% of the school verification survey, and pending payments will be released once verification is finalized.
School Verification Survey (Oct–Dec 2025)
- The verification process is expected to complete before January 2026
- After completion, all pending payments will be released
- Payments can be collected from BISP camp offices
Payment Schedule and Installments
- Taleemi Wazaif surveys are conducted three times a year:
- Two quarterly surveys
- One extended (six-month) survey due to summer holidays
- Many students received payments for January–March 2024, while later installments were delayed due to verification.
- After 20 December 2025, a combined payment of Rs. 13,500 (for three quarters, especially for girls at Rs. 4,500 per quarter) will be issued.
Upcoming Payments (Missed Installments)
Students who missed earlier payments (June and September) will receive:
- Three combined installments
- Expected distribution: December 2025 – January 2026
Special Bonus for Girls
A Rs. 3,000 bonus will be awarded to:
- Girls who complete Grade 5 and move to the next level
- Condition: Must be included in the school verification survey
This bonus is expected with the January 2025 payment cycle.
Conclusion
The Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Program continues to play a vital role in supporting the education of children from low-income families.
- Payments for missed installments are being released in phases
- A lump sum of Rs. 13,500 will be distributed after December 2025
- Additional benefits like the girls’ bonus and Student Tablet Scheme further strengthen the program
Beneficiaries are advised to:
- Regularly check their status via 8171
- Ensure school attendance is complete
- Verify that their survey information is up to date
This will help ensure timely receipt of all stipends and benefits.
