Bank Account for BISP 8171 Payment System
The Pakistani government has announced the BISP 8171 Payment System Bank Account, making it easier for eligible women to receive payments. The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) 8171 is a social safety initiative providing financial assistance to deserving families. Over 90 lakh women currently benefit from the Kafalat program.
You can read more: BISP Payment Alert: Announcement of the New 13500 Installment Schedule
This article clarifies whether opening a bank account is necessary and provides details about the new registration process for women waiting to register for the program.
Does the Benazir Payment Require Women to Open a Bank Account?
This section explains if opening a bank account is necessary for Benazir 8171 program participants to receive payments. Most participants, particularly women in the Benazir Kafalat program, are not required to open a bank account, but a specific group may face issues with fingerprint verification.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | BISP 8171 (Benazir Income Support Program) |
| The principal advantages | The Kafalat Program includes more than 90 lakh women. |
| Payment Amount | Rs. 13,500 (quarterly installment) |
| Bank Account Required? | No, except for women facing fingerprint verification issues |
| Alternative Payment Process | Form + NADRA verification + BISP forwarding to bank for account opening |
| Registration Method | NSER Survey at Benazir office |
| Required Documents | Utility bill, children’s B-form, CNIC, and registered cellphone number |
| Notification of Eligibility | Through SMS or official letter after survey |
Women experiencing fingerprint verification issues are advised to open a bank account to receive payments. If new instructions are issued by BISP, they will be informed promptly.
A Complete Guide to Opening a Bank Account for Payments
Bank Account Opening Process for Women with Fingerprint Verification Issues
• Visit NADRA Office: Update fingerprint records.
• Obtain Verification Slip: If the fingerprint update is unsuccessful, NADRA provides a slip confirming the issue cannot be resolved.
• Get the “Form for Alternate Payment Method” by requesting it from the Benazir office.
• Complete the form, affix the NADRA slip, and deliver it to the Benazir office.
• Bank Account Processing: BISP forwards the form to the bank, opening the account.
New BISP 8171 Registration Procedure
Benazir Income Support Program Registration for Women
• Visit the Benazir Office with required documents.
• Complete NSER Survey with BISP representative.
• Wait for registration confirmation.
• BISP will notify if eligibility meets criteria via SMS or letter.
• Receive financial assistance every three months upon approval.
You can read more: Continuing BISP Payments in July 2025
Documents Needed to Register
Registration Process:
• Original CNIC
• Mobile number registered in name
• Children’s B-Form
• Recent gas/electricity bill
Conclusion
The BISP 8171 payment system aims to help women with fingerprint verification issues, despite most women not needing to open a bank account. The signup process for the system is easy to understand. Please use the comment area if you need any more help or have any questions. The article also provides a detailed explanation of the new system.
FAQs
1. Do I need to open a bank account in order to receive my BISP 8171 payments?
No, most women who take part in the Benazir Kafalat program do not have to create a bank account. Only those who are experiencing difficulties with their fingerprint verification should utilize the alternative method.
2. How do I proceed if my fingerprints are not verified by the payment center?
Updating your fingerprints at a NADRA office is the first step. If it doesn’t work, get a verification slip from NADRA and request an Alternate Payment Form from the Benazir office. Creating a bank account is the goal of this form.
3. How can I sign up for the 2025 BISP 8171 program?
Go to the Benazir Tehsil office that is closest to you, fill out the NSER Survey, and turn in the necessary paperwork. You will be informed via mail or SMS if you qualify, and you will start getting paid every three months.