The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has officially entered its February 2026 payment cycle, releasing the new installment of Rs. 13,500 for eligible beneficiaries across Pakistan. This quarter, the government has focused on a digital-first approach, encouraging users to verify their funds via the 8171 Portal or the SMS service before heading to payment centers.
With the 2026 inflation adjustments, this installment aims to provide critical financial relief to millions of registered families, including those under the Kafaalat and Taleemi Wazaif programs.
February 2026 Payment Highlights
For the current month, several important updates have been integrated into the 8171 system to ensure transparency and ease of access.
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Payment Amount: A standard installment of Rs. 13,500 (with additional amounts for those eligible for educational stipends).
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Release Date: The February cycle officially commenced in the first week of the month.
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Verification Channels: The 8171 Web Portal and the 8171 SMS service are fully operational for real-time status checks.
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Service Charge: There is zero fee for checking your status or receiving your payment.
How to Check BISP Rs. 13,500 Status via 8171 Portal
The web portal is the most detailed method to confirm your eligibility and see if your funds have been transferred to your account or mobile wallet.
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Visit the Official Site: Go to 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
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Enter Identification: Input your 13-digit CNIC number in the designated box.
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Verification Code: Enter the 4-digit captcha code displayed on the screen to prove you are not a bot.
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Submit: Click the “Check Eligibility” (Maloom Karen) button.
The system will immediately display whether your payment is “Ready for Collection,” “Under Process,” or if you need to “Update Your Survey.”
Checking Your February Installment via SMS
If you do not have internet access, you can use the reliable SMS service. This is the fastest way to get a notification on any mobile phone.
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Open your mobile messaging app and start a new message.
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Type your 13-digit CNIC (without any dashes or spaces).
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Send this message to 8171.
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Within a few moments, you will receive a reply from 8171 confirming your eligibility and the amount available for withdrawal.
Important Instructions for Collection
Once your status is confirmed as “Eligible” on the portal or via SMS, follow these guidelines for a safe withdrawal:
Biometric Verification: Carry your original CNIC to an authorized Bank Alfalah or HBL payment point. Your payment will only be released after a successful thumbprint scan. Avoid Deductions: The full amount is Rs. 13,500. Do not pay any “service charges” or “fees” to the agent. If anyone demands money, report it to the BISP helpline. Official SMS Only: Ensure you only trust messages from 8171. Fraudsters often send fake messages from 11-digit mobile numbers; stay alert.
What to Do If Your Payment Is Not Showing?
If the portal shows you are ineligible or your survey is expired, you must take action during the February cycle to secure future payments.
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Dynamic Survey: Visit your nearest BISP Tehsil Registration Center to update your household data in the NSER registry.
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CNIC Expiry: Ensure your identity card is not expired at NADRA, as the 8171 system automatically blocks payments for expired cards.
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Helpline: For complaints regarding blocked payments or agent misbehavior, call the BISP Toll-Free number at 0800-26477.