The Government of Pakistan recently announced an upcoming increase in quarterly stipends for children participating in the Benazir Kafaalat Program. This change, which will come into effect in January 2025, will provide additional financial assistance to nursery-to-12th grade students, benefiting approximately six million students across Pakistan.
Benazir Taleemi Wazaif: New Registrations Are Now Open
Families can now enroll their children in the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif program in districts across Pakistan. The registration process requires the child’s Form B, and the BISP 8171 portal verifies eligibility. This program provides financial support to students during their studies.
Increase in Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Payments
The government has decided to increase the scholarship amounts under the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif scheme. This initiative will reduce the financial burden of schooling on families and encourage them to continue supporting their children’s education. We expect millions of students to benefit from the updated stipend amounts that will take effect in January 2025.
Who is eligible for the BISP Educational Monthly Installment?
Children from eligible households participating in the BISP Kafaalat program are eligible to receive these installments. Families must complete the NSER survey, which checks their eligibility for the program. Upon confirmation of eligibility, children automatically qualify for education stipends, as long as they register using Form B with the Tehsil office.
Mothers of nursery-to-grade twelve students are eligible to receive these stipends, but parents must first complete the registration process with the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP).
New Payment Criteria for Benazir Taleemi Wazaif (2024)
To help families cope with rising inflation, the government has increased the amount households receive. The government has increased the quarterly installments for both boys and girls:
| Education Level | Boys | Girls |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | Rs 2,000 | Rs 2,000 / Rs 2,500 |
| Secondary | Rs 3,000 | Rs 3,500 |
| Higher Secondary | Rs 4,000 | Rs 4,500 |
The goal of this increase is to lessen the financial burden on families and encourage them to keep their children in school.
How to register for the BISP Educational Scholarship
Students must enroll in a school or college in any district of Pakistan to participate in the program. Beneficiaries are required to submit the following documents to the registration camps or field offices:
- CNIC of parent or guardian
- Form B/Child Registration Certificate (CRC) issued by NADRA
- Admission slip to the school or college verified by a teacher
Verifying the B-form/CRC through the NADRA database is essential to completing the registration.
Verification of the Mother’s National Identity Card for the Children’s Stipend
The BISP Resource Education app has made the registration process much easier. Parents should ensure the correct entry of their ID card information on their child’s B forms to prevent payment delays. If a child changes schools, parents will need to obtain new proof to continue receiving payments.
Last Words
The increase in the BISP educational monthly stipend is an important step to help families cope with the rising cost of education. The government, committed to easing financial pressure on households and encouraging more children to attend school, is increasing financial assistance. To take advantage of this opportunity and invest in a better future for their children, families must complete their registration using their child’s Form B.