Good news! The Government of Pakistan has started Phase 3 payments of Rs. 13,500 under the 8171 Ehsaas Program in August 2025. This support is only for NSER-verified poor families who need financial help the most.
Let’s find out who is eligible, how to check your status, and how to get your money.
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is giving Rs. 13,500 cash to poor families under Phase 3. This round is only for people who recently:
- Completed the NSER Dynamic Survey
- Passed the new poverty score check
- Have a valid CNIC
This payment especially helps women (like widows, divorced, or single mothers) in rural and backward areas.
What’s New in Phase 3 August 2025?
The government has made big improvements to stop fraud and speed up the process:
| New Updates in Phase 3 | Details |
|---|---|
| Only NSER-verified families included | Must have done NSER survey in 2024 or 2025 |
| New poverty score system used | PMT score must be below 34 |
| CNIC must be valid | No expired CNIC allowed |
| Biometric issues accepted via face verification | Go to NADRA or BISP |
| Mobile vans in rural areas | Delivering payments directly to villages |
| Complaint system improved | NADRA and BISP linked to solve problems faster |
Who Is Eligible for Rs. 13,500 Payment?
To get this amount in August 2025, you must:
- Be NSER verified in 2024 or 2025
- Have a valid CNIC (not expired)
- Be a female head of household, widow, or divorced
- Have a poverty score below 34
- Not be a government employee or taxpayer
- Not own luxury items like cars, houses, or large bank balances
How to Check If You Will Get Rs. 13,500 in August?
You can check your eligibility for free in three easy ways:
SMS via 8171
Send your 13-digit CNIC number to 8171. You will get a reply with your eligibility.
Online via 8171 Web Portal
Visit: 8171.bisp.gov.pk
Enter your CNIC and the code shown to see your payment status.
Visit Nearest BISP Office
Take your original CNIC to your BISP Tehsil Office. Staff will help check your data and fix any issues
How to Receive Rs. 13,500 Payment?
Once you are confirmed as eligible, you can collect your payment through:
| Method | Description |
|---|---|
| BISP Camps | Go to the main tehsil camp with your CNIC and verify fingerprints |
| Mobile Vans | Vans visit villages to give payments with biometric checks |
| HBL Konnect & Partner Banks | Collect cash using thumb verification from agents |
| BISP Tehsil Offices | Urban families can get payment from the office desk |
Common Issues & How to Fix Them
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| NSER not completed | Visit BISP office and complete the dynamic survey |
| CNIC expired | Go to NADRA, renew CNIC, and revisit BISP |
| Fingerprint mismatch | Request face verification or update at NADRA |
| Name not in database | File complaint and request review |
| Wrong family info | Visit survey center and update your records |
Why Is the NSER Survey So Important?
The NSER Survey is the main system BISP uses to select people for help. Even if you don’t qualify today, updating your data increases your chances in the future.
Visit your nearest BISP center and complete the NSER survey to be added to future lists.
Final Advice – Don’t Miss the August 2025 Payment
This might be the last payment cycle of the year, so don’t wait:
- Send your CNIC to 8171 now
- Visit 8171.bisp.gov.pk
- Update your NSER data
- Renew your CNIC if needed
- Visit BISP camp or mobile van for biometric verification
FAQs – Most Asked Questions
Who can get Rs. 13,500 in August 2025?
Families that completed the NSER survey and meet BISP poverty and CNIC criteria.
How can I check my eligibility?
Send your CNIC to 8171 or visit the portal: 8171.bisp.gov.pk
What if my fingerprints don’t match?
You can use face verification at the BISP office or update at NADRA.
Can I receive payment with expired CNIC?
No. You must renew your CNIC from NADRA before collecting payment.
