BISP Fingerprint Issue Resolved – Now Withdraw Rs. 13,500 Easily
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has finally addressed a critical issue that was causing delays in payment disbursement fingerprint verification failure. Many eligible women, especially elderly beneficiaries and manual laborers, were unable to withdraw their payments due to biometric mismatches. With new system improvements and alternative support methods, this issue has now been successfully resolved.
If you’re still waiting for your Rs. 13,500 BISP payment, this complete guide will help you check your payment status, understand which documents are required, and know what steps to take if your fingerprint doesn’t match.
BISP Rs. 13,500 Payment Guide
Complete Withdrawal Process & Eligibility Guide
✅ Who Can Receive the BISP Rs. 13,500 Payment?
This Rs. 13,500 payment is provided to eligible women registered under the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP). The program supports low-income families in Pakistan by offering quarterly financial assistance.
| Eligibility Criteria | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| BISP Registration | ✅ Required | You must be registered under BISP program |
| SMS Confirmation | 📨 Received | You received a confirmation SMS from 8171 |
| Poverty Criteria | 📊 Met | Your household meets the BISP poverty criteria |
| Gender Requirement | 👩 Women Only | Payment is specifically for eligible women beneficiaries |
📨 How to Check Your Eligibility and Payment Status
To confirm if your Rs. 13,500 BISP payment is available, use any of these simple methods:
| Method | Access Type | How to Use |
|---|---|---|
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📱
SMS Method
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Free | Send your CNIC number to 8171 via SMS |
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🏢
BISP Center
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In-Person | Visit your nearest BISP center and ask staff to check your status |
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🌐
Web Portal
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Internet | Use the BISP 8171 web portal if you have internet access and your CNIC |
📋 Documents You Need to Collect the Payment
Before visiting a payment center, make sure you have the following:
| Document/Item | Status | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
|
✅
Valid CNIC
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Mandatory | Should not be expired – renew if necessary |
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📲
Registered SIM
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Mandatory | Active mobile SIM registered in your name |
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📞
Mobile Phone
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Mandatory | Your own mobile phone (for OTP or verification code) |
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🖐️
Clear Fingerprints
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Preferred | For biometric verification or access to alternate method |
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📩
SMS Copy
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Optional | Copy of your 8171 confirmation SMS if received |
🧭 Step-by-Step Guide to Withdraw Rs. 13,500 from BISP
The payment process has been improved after system updates. Follow this guide carefully:
| Step | Action Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
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1
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Confirm Your Payment |
• Ensure your payment has been issued • Make sure your CNIC is valid • Verify your status via 8171 SMS or BISP portal |
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2
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Prepare Required Documents |
• Your CNIC • Your registered SIM card and mobile phone • Make sure your fingers are clean and dry |
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3
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Visit Payment Center |
🏕️ BISP-designated campsites 🏦 HBL Konnect agents or centers 🏢 Tehsil or district-level BISP offices |
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4
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Biometric Verification |
• Place your thumb or fingers on the scanner • If matched, payment is approved instantly • Up to 8 retry attempts allowed if failed |
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5
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Collect Cash & Receipt |
• You’ll receive Rs. 13,500 in cash • Count your money on the spot • Take your official receipt as proof |
⚠️ What to Do If Your Fingerprint Still Fails
Many beneficiaries, especially elderly women and manual laborers, face fingerprint verification failure due to worn-out prints. Here are your options:
| Solution Option | Difficulty | Process |
|---|---|---|
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🟢
NADRA Update
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Easy | Visit your nearest NADRA office to re-scan your fingerprints. This quick update improves your chances of verification in future BISP payments. |
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🟢
NON-Biometric Method
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Available | At selected centers, if your fingerprint fails repeatedly, staff may allow the Non-Biometric Verification System (NON-BVS). This verifies CNIC ownership and SIM registration. |
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Different Center
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Simple | If verification fails at one location, visit another authorized BISP center. Different scanners may give better results. |
🧾 Tips to Make the Process Easy
To ensure a smooth experience and avoid delays, follow these tips:
| Type | Tip | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| ✅ | Check eligibility before visiting | Saves time and ensures your payment is ready |
| ✅ | Renew expired CNIC | Prevents rejection at payment center |
| ✅ | Use clean, uninjured finger | Improves biometric scanning success rate |
| 🚫 | Never trust agents asking for money | All BISP services are 100% free |
| ✅ | Visit authorized centers only | Ensures secure and legitimate transactions |
| 📩 | Keep SMS alerts and receipts | Provides proof and helps with future queries |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is fingerprint verification still required? | Yes, biometric verification is the standard method. However, NON-BVS is now available at some centers for those unable to complete fingerprint scans. |
| Can men withdraw this payment? | No, the BISP Kafalat Program is for women in eligible households. Only in cases where the woman is deceased or disabled can a male family member with proper approval withdraw. |
| What if I didn’t receive an SMS from 8171? | No problem. You can still send your CNIC to 8171 or visit your nearest BISP center to check manually. |
| How frequently are BISP payments issued? | The Rs. 13,500 payment is disbursed every quarter to eligible women after successful verification. |
| What is the NON-BVS system? | NON-BVS is an alternative to fingerprint scanning. It uses your CNIC, SIM registration, and manual verification methods to approve payments. |
