As of February 13, 2026, the BISP and Ehsaas programs have transitioned to a fully digital “Direct-to-Wallet” system. The mandatory 8171 Validation you mentioned is specifically part of a nationwide campaign to link beneficiaries’ CNICs with their own mobile SIM cards to enable these new digital wallets.
BISP 8171 Payment & Validation Guide (February 2026)
The quarterly Kafaalat stipend has officially been increased to Rs. 13,500 to help families manage inflation. However, to receive this amount, every beneficiary must now complete a one-time SIM-CNIC Validation to unlock their digital wallet.
Latest Payment Breakdown (Q1 2026)
| Category | Amount | Status |
| Benazir Kafaalat | Rs. 13,500 | Live (Started Jan 26, 2026) |
| Benazir Taleemi Wazaif | Rs. 2,000 – 4,500 | Released with Kafaalat |
| Ramzan Nigehban (Punjab) | Rs. 10,000 | Starting late Feb 2026 |
| PM Ramzan Relief (Federal) | Rs. 5,000 | Starting late Feb 2026 |
Why “8171 Validation” is Mandatory in 2026
The government has replaced private retailers with a 6-Bank Digital System (including HBL, Bank of Punjab, and JazzCash). To access your money without a middleman, you must have a mobile SIM registered in your own name.
How to Validate Your CNIC Instantly:
- Check SIM Ownership: Text your CNIC (no dashes) to 668 to see if you have a SIM in your name.
- Portal Check: Visit 8171.bisp.gov.pk and enter your CNIC.
- Result “Validation Required”: If you see this, visit a BISP Tehsil office or a designated “Digital Wallet Center” to link your mobile number.
- Free SIM Initiative: If you don’t own a SIM, BISP is currently distributing Free Mobile SIMs at registration centers specifically for the “Social Protection Wallet.”
Ramadan 2026 Special Relief Packages
Since Ramadan begins in late February this year, two additional relief programs are now active:
1. 8070 Punjab Nigehban Package
- Amount: Rs. 10,000 cash plus a free ration bag.
- How to check: Send your CNIC to 8070.
- New for 2026: Eligible families are being issued Nigehban ATM Cards through the Bank of Punjab.
2. 9999 PM Ramzan Relief
- Amount: Rs. 5,000 cash and discounts at Utility Stores.
- How to check: Send your CNIC to 9999.
Understanding Your 2026 Status Messages
| Message | Meaning | Action Required |
| Eligible / Ready | Payment of Rs. 13,500 is issued. | Withdraw from any partner bank ATM. |
| Validation Required | SIM-CNIC link missing. | Link your personal SIM to your BISP record. |
| Survey Required | Data is older than 3 years. | Visit BISP office for a Dynamic Survey. |
| Block Case | Suspicious activity or expired CNIC. | Visit NADRA first, then the BISP office. |