The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has taken a bold step beyond financial aid with the launch of a new initiative — the Benazir Hunarmand Program 2025. This game-changing program focuses on vocational and skills training for BISP-registered individuals to help them build careers, earn stable incomes, and move toward a self-reliant future.
Launched on June 21, 2025, by President Asif Ali Zardari, the program aims to equip low-income households — especially women and youth — with hands-on skills that are in demand in today’s job market. The initiative was officially inaugurated on the birthday of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto, honoring her legacy with a forward-thinking vision for economic empowerment.
What is the Benazir Hunarmand Program?
The Benazir Hunarmand Program is Pakistan’s first large-scale, structured skill-building initiative run directly under BISP. Its goal is to provide practical, job-ready training in technical, digital, and soft skills to help families move beyond dependency on cash transfers.
Participants will be able to:
Learn market-relevant skills such as plumbing, tailoring, electrical work, IT, and freelancing
Register through a dedicated online portal
Enroll in government-certified training institutes
Earn certificates upon successful completion
Receive job placement assistance where possible
What BISP Leadership Is Saying
During the launch event and consultative workshops at the BISP Headquarters, the leadership emphasized a strong shift in strategy.
Senator Rubina Khalid, Chairperson of BISP, stated:
“We are no longer just offering charity. The Benazir Hunarmand Program is about giving people the tools to rise above poverty through their own skills and dignity.”
Mr. Aamir Ali Ahmed, Secretary BISP, added:
“This program is based on evidence, inclusivity, and long-term development. We want to invest in people—not just with money, but with opportunity.”
Who Is Eligible?
The program is exclusively available to BISP-registered individuals, including:
Women with no stable source of income
Young men and women from low-income families
Individuals willing to learn and build a livelihood
Families affected by poverty, disability, or unemployment
Whether you’re looking to work from home as a freelancer or gain hands-on experience as a technician, this program will guide you step-by-step toward your goal.
How to Register for the Benazir Hunarmand Program?
Starting from June 21, 2025, eligible individuals can register through the Benazir Hunarmand Portal, which will soon be made available online. Here’s what you’ll need:
Valid CNIC
BISP beneficiary number
Mobile number (linked to your CNIC)
Once registered, users can:
Browse available training programs
Choose their preferred skill area
Get assigned to the nearest government-certified training center
And the best part? All training is completely free for BISP beneficiaries.
Types of Skills You Can Learn
The training courses will be divided into three main categories:
Technical Skills: Electrician, plumbing, tailoring, mobile repair
Digital Skills: Freelancing, basic computer training, data entry, e-commerce
Soft Skills & Business Development: Communication, customer service, micro-entrepreneurship
Training will be designed to meet local job market demand and help participants start microbusinesses or find employment in both rural and urban areas.
Why the Program Matters
This program is not just another initiative — it’s a transformational shift in how poverty alleviation is approached. Instead of recurring financial support, the government is helping people earn their own income with pride and purpose.
Benefits include:
Reduced long-term dependency on cash grants
Greater inclusion of women and marginalized communities
Strengthening the national workforce
Empowering youth with sustainable employment pathways
Final Words
The Benazir Hunarmand Program 2025 reflects the government’s deep commitment to empowering people with knowledge, skills, and opportunity. It’s more than financial aid — it’s a roadmap to a better, stable future.
If you’re a BISP beneficiary or know someone who is, encourage them to take advantage of this incredible opportunity. With free training, job support, and dignity, the future can truly be different.
Stay connected with bispalert.com.pk for step-by-step registration guides, training center details, and official portal updates.