Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Status Check: 8171 Portal and SMS Method (Step-by-Step)

 

Many parents want to know whether their children are registered in the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif program and whether their stipend has been released. You can check this in a few minutes using the mother's CNIC, either online or by SMS.

What Is Benazir Taleemi Wazaif?

Benazir Taleemi Wazaif is an education support program under BISP (Benazir Income Support Programme). It gives quarterly stipends to children of eligible Kafaalat families to encourage school enrollment and regular attendance.

Method 1: Check Status on the 8171 Web Portal

1. Open the official BISP 8171 portal in your browser.
2. Enter the mother's 13-digit CNIC number without dashes.
3. Type the captcha code shown on the screen.
4. Click Submit.
5. Your eligibility and payment status will appear on the screen.

Method 2: Check Status by SMS

1. Open the messages app on your phone.
2. Type the mother's CNIC number without dashes.
3. Send it to 8171.
4. You will get a reply SMS with your status.

What Do the Status Messages Mean?

• Eligible: Your family is in the program and can receive payments.
• Not eligible: Your family does not meet the current criteria. You can update your survey at the nearest BISP office.
• Pending: Your data is still under verification. Check again after a few days.

Safety Tips

• Always use the mother's CNIC, as registration is linked to it.
• Never share your CNIC or PIN with unknown callers.
• BISP sends official messages only from 8171. Ignore messages from other numbers.
• Keep your child's school attendance regular, since it affects payments.

Complete Guides

For detailed guides on registration, required documents, attendance rules, and payment updates, visit Benazir Taleemi Wazaif.

Disclaimer: This guide is for information only. Always confirm details from official BISP sources.