Last Updated on: 8th June 2024, 02:11 pm
The announcement of the Ehsaas Program Phase 2 was made with details of the distribution of financial support to eligible individuals. This Kafaalat Scheme aims to support low-income families and individuals by providing them with financial support every three months.
Men and women who participate in this program receive regular payments to improve their living conditions. Recently, the distribution is divided into three different stages. For more details, see the full article.
Detailed Description of the Ehsaas Program Phase 2
The first phase was successfully completed and the government of Pakistan published the list of beneficiaries of the second phase. Individuals can check their balance by sending an SMS to 8171 or by visiting the 8171 portal and entering their CNIC number. This will allow them to see your financial situation and the amount owed.
Once the payment is ready, recipients can easily collect it. However, to receive funds for the second phase, it is necessary to contact the body designated by the authorities. Women attempting to collect their payment at unauthorized locations may face problems, including getting blocked with error code 938.
To fully understand the process and ensure successful registration in the phase 2, please read the article carefully.
Also Read: Latest Update: Reapplication Process Introduce for Ehsaas 8171 Program Ineligible People
Government Own Kafalat Cash Centers for Phase 2 Payments
In response to complaints about deductions by retailers, the government has set up numerous payment centers across Pakistan. The aim of these centers is to facilitate proper and complete disbursement of funds and to ensure that beneficiaries do not face unauthorized deductions. There are currently at least 1,438 such centers across the country. To avoid problems with retailers, it is recommended to use these official centers for payment collection.
New Eligibility Criteria for Ehsaas Phase 2
To be eligible for Ehsaas Program Phase 2 payments, the following criteria must be met:
- Women with a poverty score below 32 are eligible.
- Widows with a PMT score of 35 or less are eligible.
- Women with PMT score more than 35 are not eligible.
- Families with monthly income less than Rs 20,000 are eligible.
- Unemployed and disabled people can also enroll.
- Women who meet these criteria need to verify their eligibility and if eligible, proceed with collection of their payments.
| Main Points | Related Details |
|---|
| Subject | Financial Assistance without Deductions |
| Program Phase | Phase 2, divided into three phases |
| New Cash Centers | 1,438 cash centers opened across the country |
| Eligibility | – Women with poverty score < 32
– Widows with PMT score ≤ 35 – Families with income < PKR 20,000/month – Unemployed and disabled individuals |
| Receive Payments | Confirm deposit, bring ID, visit center, complete biometric verification, collect payment and receipt |
| Balance Check | Via SMS or online portal with ID number |
| Errors | Unauthorized capture may result in a crash under error code 938 |
| Complaints | Report any issues immediately |
| Additional Information | Both men and women are eligible |
| Inquiries | Visit the official website or contact the helpline |
Also Read: New Update: Easy Method to Check Ehsaas Kafalat Program Balance by SMS
Steps to Receive Your Ehsaas Kafalat Phase 2 Payments
Here are some guidelines to follow:
- Before going to the cashier, check if the payment has been credited to your account.
- Take your original ID card with you.
- Go to the nearest payment center.
- Wait in the queue for your turn.
- Provide your ID card for biometric verification.
- Once the verification is successful, you can withdraw the amount owed.
- You will receive a receipt detailing the total amount withdrawn, including the Benazir Kafalat and Benazir Taleemi Wazaif amounts.
- Make sure you receive the total amount stated on your receipt.
- If there are any discrepancies or unjustified deductions, please file a complaint immediately.