BISP 18500 Payment Update
The Government of Pakistan has announced an increase in the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) payment for some eligible families, up to Rs. 18,500 under special financial relief. This amount includes the regular Rs. 13,500 Kafalat installment and an additional Rs. 5,000 Ramzan/Relief package under the new 9999 code scheme.
This move aims to support low-income families amid rising inflation and economic challenges in 2025.
🧾 Who is Eligible for BISP 18500?
You may be eligible if you meet one or more of the following:
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You are a registered BISP Kafalat beneficiary.
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Your PMT score is 30 or below.
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You are part of the Nigahban Program or Ramzan Relief Package.
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You received atta (wheat flour) subsidy or Ehsaas Ration Riayat earlier.
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You are registered in the Punjab Socio-Economic Registry (PSER).
📲 How to Apply for BISP 5000 Relief via 9999 Code
To check your eligibility or register for the additional Rs. 5,000 relief:
✔️ Step-by-Step Process:
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Open your mobile messaging app.
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Type your 13-digit CNIC number (no spaces).
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Send the message to 9999.
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You will receive an eligibility confirmation or rejection message.
Note: Use a SIM card that is registered in your own name.
💳 How to Receive the 18,500 Payment
Once approved, the total Rs. 18,500 can be collected through:
For Urban Residents:
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Bank ATMs using your BISP card or CNIC
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Partner banks: HBL, Bank Alfalah, etc.
For Rural Residents:
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JazzCash or Easypaisa retailers
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BISP partner agents with biometric verification
You’ll need:
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Original CNIC
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Registered mobile number
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Biometric verification via thumbprint
📆 Important Dates
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9999 Relief Registration Open: April 2025
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Payment Disbursement Starts: Mid to Late April 2025
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Next Regular Installment: July 2025 (Expected)
🔐 Safety Tips – Avoid Scams
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Messages from 8171 and 9999 are official.
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Don’t share personal info with unknown numbers or agents.
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Always collect payments from authorized centers.
🧠 Conclusion
The BISP 18500 payment update and the 9999 SMS registration system have been launched to provide financial assistance to deserving families in 2025. Make sure you check your eligibility, register via SMS to 9999, and receive your funds through official channels.
