The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has officially launched a major update to its payment system. Starting September 2025, beneficiaries will no longer need to stand in long lines at campsites or depend on agents to collect their stipends. Instead, BISP will transfer funds directly into mobile wallets like EasyPaisa and JazzCash.
This step is being called a historic move toward digital financial inclusion in Pakistan, helping millions of low-income women access their money safely, quickly, and without extra costs.
Why the Shift to Mobile Wallets Matters
For years, BISP beneficiaries faced problems such as:
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Delays and harassment at collection points
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Illegal deductions by agents
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Long travel to far-off campsites
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Security risks when carrying cash
By moving to mobile wallets, BISP aims to make payments more transparent, secure, and convenient. Women will not only receive money faster but will also learn to use simple digital financial tools, a step toward economic empowerment.
How the New Payment System Works
Here’s how the new digital payment model will function:
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Wallet Creation – Each eligible woman will be assigned a mobile wallet with EasyPaisa, JazzCash, or a partner bank.
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Direct Transfer – Payments (Kafalat stipends and Taleemi Wazaif) will be sent straight to the registered wallet.
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Cash Withdrawal – Beneficiaries can withdraw funds from local shops, agents, or ATMs.
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Digital Use – Money can also be used for bill payments, mobile top-ups, or small purchases.
This eliminates the need for physical camps and cuts down waiting time.
Requirements for Beneficiaries
To receive money through JazzCash or EasyPaisa, you must:
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Have a valid CNIC
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Own a mobile phone
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Ensure your SIM is registered in your own name
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Confirm eligibility by sending your CNIC to 8171 or checking the BISP portal
⚠️ Important: If your SIM is registered under another person’s name, your payment will not be transferred.
Step-by-Step: How to Activate Your Wallet
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Confirm your eligibility by sending CNIC to 8171.
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Make sure your SIM card is under your CNIC.
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Visit your nearest BISP counter or partner bank.
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Provide your CNIC, register your mobile number, and set a secure PIN.
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Wait for a confirmation SMS before withdrawing funds.
Once activated, you can collect your stipend anytime from authorized agents or ATMs.
What If Something Goes Wrong?
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Failed transfer? Keep your SMS records and call the BISP helpline (0800-26477).
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Illegal deductions? Report at your local BISP tehsil office or via the online complaint portal.
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Technical issues? Contact EasyPaisa or JazzCash helplines with your transaction details.
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Lost SIM? Immediately re-register your number under your CNIC.
Real Impact: Amina’s Story
Amina, a mother from interior Sindh, used to travel hours to collect her stipend. Sometimes she even lost part of her payment to agents.
Now, with an EasyPaisa wallet linked to her CNIC, she gets her funds directly and withdraws cash from a nearby shop without extra costs. The money she saves goes toward her children’s school supplies and medicines.
This shows how digital payments can truly change lives.
Possible Increase in Payments
There is talk of an increase in stipends from January 2026:
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+Rs. 1,000 for Kafalat
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+Rs. 500 for Taleemi Wazaif
However, this is not yet confirmed. Always rely on 8171 messages or the official BISP portal for updates.
Key Benefits of BISP Digital Payments
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Faster access to funds
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Greater security with direct transfers
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More transparency, fewer chances of fraud
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Convenience, no more long travels or waiting lines
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Financial empowerment, opening doors to savings and small loans
Final Thoughts
The move by BISP to pay beneficiaries directly through EasyPaisa and JazzCash is a game-changer for millions of families. It reduces corruption, saves travel costs, and empowers women to take control of their finances.
For beneficiaries, the message is simple: get your CNIC, SIM, and mobile wallet ready, and stay updated via 8171. The future of social support in Pakistan is digital—and it has already begun.