The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is officially launching a retail-based payment system starting from August 16, 2025, in a major move to enhance the ease, safety, and dignity of its beneficiaries. This new model replaces the traditional campsite-based disbursement method, offering beneficiaries greater accessibility and protection—especially during the current high-temperature season.
This significant transition is designed to address long-standing issues such as long queues, travel hardships, and exposure to the elements. The new system will allow women to receive their payments in a more convenient and transparent manner through authorized retail outlets across the country.
What’s Changing with the BISP Payment System?
Under the new model, eligible women will now receive their quarterly cash payments via bank-affiliated retail shops, such as HBL Konnect, UBL Omni, and other BISP-approved outlets. These locations will be equipped with biometric verification systems and will issue printed receipts, making the entire transaction clear and accountable.
Key improvements in the retail-based model include:
✅ Reduced wait times and better crowd control
✅ Protection from heat and weather-related risks
✅ Biometric verification for fraud-free transactions
✅ Immediate printed proof of payment
✅ Widely distributed access points for rural and urban areas
District Readiness & Field Checks
To ensure smooth execution, senior BISP officials have been actively visiting districts to assess ground-level arrangements. During a recent field visit to District Khanewal, Dr. Tahir Noor, Additional Secretary at BISP, inspected retail outlet readiness and met with field staff and representatives from partner banks.
He emphasized that this retail payment model is a step forward in safeguarding the dignity of women by providing them accessible and respectful environments for cash withdrawals.
Dr. Noor also directed all partner banks to ensure full operational capacity of retail outlets, especially in remote areas, so that no beneficiary is left behind.
Why This Change Matters Now
With scorching weather and rising health risks, standing in line at outdoor campsites has become a serious concern—especially for elderly, pregnant women, and persons with disabilities. By switching to retail-based disbursement, BISP ensures:
More climate-protected environments
Faster services with less travel
A dignified experience for every woman
How Will Beneficiaries Receive Payments Now?
Starting from August 16, 2025, beneficiaries will receive a confirmation SMS from 8171, directing them to the nearest retail outlet. Upon visiting, they will:
Provide their original CNIC
Complete biometric verification
Receive the full PKR 13,500 quarterly payment
Be handed a printed receipt for record-keeping
This shift also enhances transparency and allows BISP to monitor outlet performance more effectively.
Support and Helpline
If you face any difficulties with the new system, BISP has a dedicated support network in place. Beneficiaries can:
Call the BISP helpline: 0800-26477
Visit the nearest Benazir One Window Center
Use the official portal at 8171.bisp.gov.pk
Final Thoughts
The launch of BISP’s retail-based payment model on August 16 marks a new chapter in Pakistan’s social welfare system. It reflects the government’s commitment to modernizing service delivery, improving the well-being of low-income women, and ensuring that no one is forced to suffer hardship just to receive essential support.
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