BISP 8171 SMS Not Received? Full Guide & August 2025 Payment Help

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is the biggest support program in Pakistan. It helps poor families by giving them cash support every three months. In August 2025, the Phase 3 payments have started. But many people are saying: “I didn’t get the 8171 SMS!”

This Article will help you check your eligibility, fix the problem if your BISP SMS is not received, and make sure you get your money easily.

Why You Didn’t Get the BISP 8171 SMS?

If you didn’t get a message from 8171, don’t panic. Here are common reasons:

1. Your CNIC data is not updated in NADRA
2. Your mobile number is not registered on your CNIC
3. Your biometric verification is not complete
4. Your poverty score needs to be updated by doing the NSER survey again

How to Check BISP 8171 Online If SMS Not Received

Use BISP 8171 Web Portal

1. Go to 8171.bisp.gov.pk
2. Enter your 13-digit CNIC number
3. Complete the captcha code
4. Click Submit to see your status

Check by Sending SMS to 8171

1. Open your mobile’s SMS app
2. Type your 13-digit CNIC number (no dashes or spaces)
3. Send it to 8171
4. Wait for reply about your eligibility and payment

BISP Phase 3 – August 2025 Payment Schedule

Category	Amount (PKR)	Start Date	Payment Method
Existing BISP Families	9,000	From 10 August 2025	ATMs & BISP Campsites
New Beneficiaries (Phase 3)	9,000	From 15 August 2025	Verified Payment Centers
Children Education Stipends	2,500 – 4,000	From 20 August 2025	Linked With School Attendance
Widows / Disabled / Orphans	12,000	From 25 August 2025	Special Relief Camps & BISP Centers

What To Do If You Didn’t Get the 8171 SMS?

Not getting the message does not mean you are disqualified. Here’s what you should do:

Go to BISP Tehsil Office

Take your original CNIC and your family documents.

Update CNIC

If your CNIC is expired or incorrect, visit NADRA to update it.

Complete NSER Survey

Give your latest income, family, and address info. This updates your poverty score.

Biometric Verification

Go to the BISP center and complete fingerprint verification.

Check Mobile Number

Make sure your SIM is active and registered on your CNIC.

What’s New in BISP August 2025?

Fingerprint Verification at ATMs & Camps – To stop fraud
Mobile-Friendly Website – Check status from your phone easily
Online Complaint System – File issues without visiting office
More Payment Options – ATMs, EasyPaisa, Camps & Banks

Common BISP Problems and Their Fixes

Problem	Solution
CNIC Expired	Go to NADRA and renew your CNIC
Biometric Not Working	Visit BISP grievance desk or special center
Poverty Score Changed	Do the NSER survey again
Wrong Phone Number	Register correct SIM on your CNIC

Final Words

If your BISP 8171 SMS is not received, don’t worry. You can still check your eligibility, fix any issues, and get your payment for August 2025 using the 8171 online portal or SMS method. Never give money to anyone who says they can “fix” your BISP status. It is completely free. Always use the official website or visit BISP offices.