The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has officially started Phase 1 payments for October 2025. The government has added new and improved systems to make receiving money easier, quicker, and safer—especially for women across Pakistan.
What’s New in October 2025 Phase 1?
🏦 1. Bank Accounts for Women
- Women will now receive their BISP payments directly into their personal bank accounts.
- This rollout includes major cities such as Lahore, Karachi, Quetta, Peshawar, Gilgit, and Muzaffarabad.
🛒 2. Retail Payment Centers
- No more long queues or waiting at crowded camps.
- Beneficiaries can now collect their payments from authorized retail outlets using biometric verification and will receive a printed receipt for confirmation.
💳 3. Digital Banking Pilot Program
In partnership with the State Bank of Pakistan, BISP has launched a digital payment system that offers:
- ATM access
- Debit cards
- Digital wallets
- Staggered payment schedules to avoid crowding
🧾 4. Check Status Using CNIC
You can now easily check:
- Your eligibility
- Assigned bank & branch
- Payment date
👉 Just send your CNIC number to 8171 via SMS or visit the official BISP portal.
Step-by-Step: How to Receive Your BISP Payment
✅ 1. Check If You’re Eligible
- Send your CNIC to 8171 or visit the BISP website.
- You’ll receive a reply with your assigned bank name, branch, and scheduled payment date.
🏦 2. Visit Only the Assigned Bank/Branch
- Payments are released city by city.
- Do not visit random banks. Go only to the branch assigned to you.
🆔 3. Take Required Documents
- Bring your original CNIC.
- If it’s expired or near expiry, renew it first to avoid delays.
🔐 4. Biometric Verification
- Your fingerprints will be verified at the payment counter.
- If the system fails to verify biometrics, NADRA Verisys or a debit card will be used as backup.
💵 5. Collect Your Payment
- Follow your scheduled date to avoid long lines.
- You can collect money from:
- Retail payment centers (with biometric check)
- ATMs, after account activation
Smart Tips for a Smooth Process
- Make sure your CNIC is valid and error-free.
- Only trust official SMS from 8171 or verified BISP sources.
- Do not share OTPs, CNIC photos, or personal information with anyone.
- Keep your printed payment receipt safe, or take a clear photo.
Important: Beware of Scams!
- BISP does not charge any fees for registration, verification, or payment.
- Anyone asking for money is a fraud.
- Never share personal details with unknown callers or WhatsApp numbers.
Final Words
The BISP October 2025 Phase 1 payment system is more secure, transparent, and user-friendly than ever before. Thanks to direct bank payments, biometric verification, and new digital options, thousands of women across Pakistan can now receive their funds with ease and dignity.
📩 Check your status via 8171, bring your original CNIC, follow the official schedule, and collect your payment without any hassle.
