Great news for women in need—registration for the Benazir Kafalat Program has officially begun, following special instructions from the Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), Senator Rubina Khalid. This new phase aims to support women living below the poverty line, offering financial aid to help them manage household expenses. If you meet the program’s eligibility criteria, this is your chance to apply. Below is the step-by-step guide to registering and all you need to know to take advantage of this opportunity.
Who is Eligible?
The Benazir Kafalat Program is specifically for women in financial hardship. To qualify for the program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Residency: Must be a resident of Pakistan.
Poverty Score: Should have a poverty score below 32.
Income Limit: Monthly household income must be less than Rs 50,000.
Employment: Should not be employed in any government organization.
Travel History: Must not have traveled abroad.
Identification: Should possess a valid Pakistani ID card.
Previous Assistance: Should not have previously been part of any government assistance program.
Documents Required for Registration
Prepare the following documents for a smooth registration process:
National ID Card
Recent electricity and gas bills
Proof of monthly income
Death certificate of husband (if widowed)
Disability certificate (if applicable)
Step-by-Step Registration Process
BISP has introduced a streamlined registration process for the Kafalat Program, designed to complete in one day. Here’s what you need to do:
Visit Nearest BISP Office: Start by visiting the closest BISP office.
Present ID Card: Hand your ID card to the registration representative for verification.
Receive Token: The representative will issue a token to initiate the survey process.
Survey Registration: Head to the survey room, where a BISP representative will ask a series of questions to complete the survey form.
Thumb Impression: Submit your thumb impression to finalize the process.
Completion Confirmation: Once the survey is completed, you’ll receive a confirmation SMS.
Eligibility Notification: After verification, eligible applicants will receive an SMS from 8171 with confirmation of eligibility.
How to Check Your Eligibility Online
If you’ve registered and haven’t received an eligibility confirmation via SMS, you can check your status online using the 8171 portal:
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