What’s the October 2025 Installment?
For this quarter, the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has rolled out the payment under code “8171”. The amount set for eligible households is Rs. 13,500. Payments began rolling out from mid‑October 2025 in phases across the country.
Who is Eligible for this Payment?
Eligibility is based on updated criteria under the 8171 programme:
- Your household must be registered under BISP and verified via the latest survey or database.
- You must have a valid and active CNIC verified by National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA), with correct fingerprint/biometric data.
- Your poverty‑means test (PMT) score must fall within the approved range for cash‑transfers.
- Households with a government employee, high‑value assets, or other disqualifying criteria may be excluded.
If any of your details changed (e.g., address, mobile number, household income), you may need to update records before you qualify this quarter.
How to Check Your Status
You can use any of these simple methods:
- Visit the official portal: enter your 13‑digit CNIC (no dashes) at the 8171 web‑site.
- Send your CNIC via SMS to 8171: you’ll receive a status reply.
- If online status shows “ineligible” or “pending”, visit your local BISP/Tehsil office for help.
Disbursement & Collection – What to Know
- Payments began across districts from 15 October in Punjab and from later dates in other provinces.
- You will get an SMS when your funds are ready; avoid visiting payment outlets without it.
- Payment collection modes: partner banks (branches/ATMs), HBL Konnect or other agents, post‑office counters. Biometric verification (thumbprint or fingerprint) is mandatory.
- Important: Always ask for a receipt when you collect the payment. No one should charge a fee to release your amount.
Common Issues & How to Resolve Them
Here are typical reasons for delay or status “ineligible” and what to do:
- CNIC expired or details changed → renew your ID via NADRA, then update records.
- Fingerprint/biometric mismatch → visit NADRA to re‑verify and retry collection.
- Information mismatch (household size, income) → request record update at BISP office.
- SMS not received → check status online, ensure your mobile number is registered with CNIC.
Tips for Smooth Collection
- Only visit payment centre after you’ve received the SMS or check portal status.
- Carry your original CNIC (and B‑form of children if applicable) when collecting.
- Avoid agents who say they’ll help you “get paid faster” for a fee — payments are free.
- Update your mobile number if you’ve changed it; the SMS alerts rely on it.
- Keep your household data accurate; any change may affect future payments.
Conclusion
If you’re registered under BISP’s 8171 scheme and meet the eligibility criteria, this October installment of Rs. 13,500 is ready — just check your status, visit the correct collection point, and complete your biometric verification. Staying updated and following the right procedures ensures you don’t miss out.
FAQs
- When will the October 2025 payment start?
Payments started district‑wise from mid‑October 2025 (e.g., 15 October for Punjab) according to schedule. - What is the payment amount this cycle?
It’s Rs. 13,500 for eligible households under the 8171 scheme. - How can I check if I’m eligible?
Enter your CNIC at the official portal or send it via SMS to 8171. Check the result. - What if my CNIC is expired?
Renew it at NADRA, then update your record with BISP before payment collection. - Can I collect payment before biometric verification?
No — biometric verification is mandatory at collection point. - What payment modes are available?
Bank branches, ATMs, HBL Konnect agents, post‑office outlets; depends on your district. - Why does my status say “ineligible”?
It could be due to household data changes, PMT score above threshold, or incomplete verification. - Can I still be added this cycle if I was previously excluded?
Possibly — if your situation changed and you registered in time, you may appear in the next cycle. - Who do I contact if I face an issue?
Use the BISP helpline (e.g., 0800‑26477) or visit your nearest Tehsil office. - Is there a fee for registration or payment collection?
No. Registration and collection of payments under 8171 are free. Be wary of anyone asking for money.
