Helping Families and Children Stay in School
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) persists in the support of low-income families in Pakistan, not only with monthly cash stipends, but also ensuring that their children remain in school. BISP offers quarterly cash stipends for children of Kafalat recipients through the Waseela-e-Taleem (Education Stipend) programme. This initiative is focused on alleviating poverty and enhancing school attendance nationwide.
If you are already enrolled in the BISP Kafalat program, this guide will make it easier for you to understand how to register your children, verify payments, and receive educational stipends in 2025.
What Is the BISP Educational Stipend?
The BISP school stipend is a quarterly monetary grant provided to school-going children of registered mothers under the BISP Kafalat program. The objective is to decrease dropout rates through incentivization of families to retain their children—particularly girls—in school.
These stipends are distributed from primary to higher secondary stages. The amount is marginally greater in the case of girls to facilitate gender equity in education.
Who Is Eligible?
In order to be eligible for the BISP education grant in 2025, you should fulfill the following requirements:
- The guardian or mother should be actively registered under the BISP Kafalat program.
- The child should:
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Be in the age bracket of 4-22 years
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Be enrolled in a registered private or government school
- Attend school with at least 70% attendance
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- The mother should be in possession of a valid CNIC
- The child should possess a B-Form from NADRA
If all these requirements are fulfilled, your child can be included in the stipend system once registered.
Stipend Amounts in 2025
Following is the division of how much allowance you can get per quarter:
| Education Level | Boys (PKR) | Girls (PKR) |
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| Primary (Class 1–5) | 1,500 | 2,000 |
| Secondary (Class 6–10) | 2,500 | 3,000 |
| Higher Secondary (11–12) | 3,500 | 4,000 |
How to Register Your Child
To register your children for the education stipend program, proceed as follows:
- Go to the nearest BISP office or registration center.
- Take the following documents with you:
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- Original Mother’s CNIC
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Child’s B-form (birth registration certificate)
- School admission slip or enrollment certificate
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- The officials will record your child’s information in the Waseela-e-Taleem system.
- Schools will monitor monthly attendance.
Ensure your child’s regular attendance, or payment could be delayed or withheld.
How to Check Stipend Status
There are a number of ways to find out whether your child’s stipend has been approved or paid:
SMS Method
- Forward your CNIC number to 8171
- You will get a response in the form of Kafalat and stipend status
Online Portal
- Go to the BISP 8171 web portal
- Put in your CNIC and press “Search”
- Your status and payment history will be displayed
Local BISP Office
- If you’re not sure, you can always inquire at the nearest BISP help desk.
How to Collect the Educational Stipend
After the stipend is paid, you will get an SMS on 8171. You can withdraw your payment through one of the following means:
- Retailer/Agent POS machines (take your CNIC)
- ATM cards (in certain regions with HBL or Bank Alfalah)
- Mobile wallets (pilot in selected areas)
Please ensure that you have your CNIC and any past payment reference slip with you when you go to withdraw your stipend.
FAQs – BISP Education Stipend
Can private school children receive the stipend?
Yes, if the private school is registered and recognized, your child can still be eligible.
What happens if my child changes school?
You must update school information at the BISP office or notify the school’s focal person.
What if my child misses too many classes?
If attendance is below 70%, the stipend can be suspended temporarily.
Is there a cap on the number of children per household that can be given stipends?
No set limit, but each child has to qualify on their own basis.
Do I need to have a bank account?
Not at all necessary, but having a mobile wallet or account could facilitate easier collection in certain locations.
Final Tips and Reminders
- Always submit your original CNIC and proper child documents.
- Don’t believe unauthorized agents or pay enrollment fees.
- Maintain high attendance for your child—it impacts payment.
- Check your payment status regularly through 8171.
- Inform any school or household changes immediately.
Conclusion
The BISP Education Stipend is a fantastic opportunity for those families who are already benefiting from Kafalat. It motivates children, particularly girls, to remain in school and create a brighter future. If your child qualifies, don’t waste time and register to avail this valuable support.
Disclaimer: The article is for informative purposes only. We do not represent BISP or any government institution. Please always verify official BISP platforms or check bisp.gov.pk for the most updated information