Are you waiting for your BISP payment in April 2025? If yes, updating your 8171 BISP NADRA profile is the most important step to receive your money on time. This guide explains how you can check, update, and verify your NADRA-linked BISP profile using your CNIC, and what to do if your data is incorrect.
🔍 What Is the 8171 BISP NADRA Profile?
Your BISP NADRA profile is your personal data record connected to the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP). It includes information from NADRA such as your CNIC number, marital status, number of children, disability status, and household income.
If this information is outdated or incorrect, you may be disqualified from receiving your next quarterly payment of up to Rs. 13,500 in April 2025.
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📅 Why Is April 2025 So Important?
The April 2025 BISP installment will only be given to families whose NADRA data is updated and who meet the latest eligibility criteria:
- PMT Score limit increased for certain groups:
- Widows: Up to 35
- Disabled individuals: Up to 37
- Incorrect details (like marital status) can block your payment or delay it.
✅ How to Check Your 8171 NADRA Profile (Two Easy Ways)
You can check your profile in two quick ways:
1. Via SMS
- Open your mobile’s SMS app.
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number (without dashes).
- Send it to 8171.
- Wait for the reply. It will tell you your eligibility or ask you to visit a center.
💡 Tip: Use the SIM registered on your CNIC for best results.
2. Via Web Portal
- Visit 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
- Enter your CNIC number and the captcha code.
- Click on “Check Status” to view your eligibility and payment info.
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🛠️ How to Update Your NADRA Profile for BISP in 2025
If your NADRA record is wrong (for example, if you’re shown as unmarried but you’re married), follow these steps:
🔹 Step 1: Go to a Nearby NADRA Office
- Take your original CNIC and supporting documents:
- Marriage certificate (if you’re married)
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- Pay the Rs. 100 biometric fee.
- Ask them to update your personal information.
🔹 Step 2: Visit BISP Dynamic Survey Center
- Head to your nearest BISP office or Dynamic Registration Center.
- Bring:
- Your updated CNIC
- Children’s B-Forms (for Taleemi Wazaif)
- Complete the survey to update your PMT (Poverty) Score.
🔹 Step 3: Recheck Eligibility
After updating, go back to the 8171 portal or SMS system to confirm if you are now eligible for April 2025 payments.
⚠️ Common BISP NADRA Profile Issues (And How to Fix Them)
❌ Incorrect marital status | Update with marriage certificate at NADRA |
👶 Missing family details | Add children/spouse at NADRA |
📈 High PMT score | Update income info through the BISP survey |
✋ Biometric failure | Clean hands or use cream, or try again at NADRA |
✅ BISP Eligibility Criteria for April 2025
To qualify for the next BISP installment, your profile must meet these conditions:
- Family income is below the national poverty line.
- PMT score:
- Below 32 (general)
- Up to 35 (widows)
- Up to 37 (disabled individuals)
- Valid CNIC linked with NADRA and BISP.
- Survey completed in 2024 or 2025.
💸 How to Check Your BISP Payment Status (April 2025)
Once your profile is correct, here’s how to confirm your payment status:
🟢 SMS Method:
Send your CNIC to 8171. You’ll receive a message like:
- “✅ Payment Released”
- “⏳ Pending – Visit BISP Office”
🟢 Online Method:
- Visit 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
- Enter your CNIC and check payment status.
🟢 Visit BISP Office:
- Go directly with your CNIC for assistance.
📅 Note: Payments are sent in phases. Check bisp.gov.pk for your region’s schedule.
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📝 Final Tips for Success
🔐 Double-check all NADRA details – including your marital and family info.
🚫 Avoid agents or middlemen – Only use official BISP platforms (SMS 8171 or 8171.bisp.gov.pk).
📢 Stay informed – Follow the BISP Facebook page or official website for updates.
📌 Conclusion
Making sure your 8171 BISP NADRA profile is updated is key to receiving your payment in April 2025. Whether you’re a widow, a person with disabilities, or a low-income family, don’t delay! Check your status, fix errors, and complete the BISP Dynamic Survey to secure your payment.
Faqs
Can widows apply for BISP?
✅ Yes. You are eligible if NADRA lists you as a widow and your PMT score is 35 or lower.