PMT Score Above 32? Here’s Why You Have Been Removed from the Program
⚠️ Public Notice: BISP Participants Removed Due to High PMT Score
If you recently received a message stating you’ve been removed from the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), the reason may be your PMT score exceeding 32. Thousands of women, even those who were receiving regular BISP payments, have now been declared ineligible based on new survey results.
This guide explains what a PMT score is, why people are being removed, and what to expect next.
🧮 What Is a PMT Score?
PMT stands for Proxy Means Test. It is a scoring system used by BISP to assess the economic condition of a household. Understanding your PMT score is crucial for BISP eligibility.
| PMT Score Component | What It Measures | How It’s Calculated | Impact on Eligibility |
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🧮 PMT Definition
Proxy Means TestScoring system |
PMT stands for Proxy Means Test. It is a scoring system used by BISP to assess the economic condition of a household 🧮 Assesses household economic condition Economic Assessment Comprehensive economic assessment tool BISP Standard Standard assessment used by BISP |
Family income sources
Living standards and conditions
Household size and composition
Social indicators from NSER survey
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Lower Score Better Lower score = higher eligibility Qualification Factor Primary qualification factor System Basis Basis for all BISP decisions |
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📊 Score Logic
Scoring PrincipleHow it works |
The lower your score, the more likely you are to qualify for financial aid 📊 Lower score = higher eligibility Inverse Relationship Inverse relationship with eligibility Need Based Based on financial need |
Lower income = lower score
Poor living conditions = lower score
Larger family = lower score
Fewer assets = lower score
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Higher Chances Lower score = higher qualification chances Priority System Priority given to lowest scores Fair Distribution Ensures fair aid distribution |
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📋 Data Source
NSER SurveyInformation collection |
The PMT score is based on your family’s income, living standards, household size, and other social indicators collected during the NSER survey 📋 Based on NSER survey data Comprehensive Data Comprehensive family data collection Multiple Factors Multiple socio-economic factors |
Family income and sources
Housing conditions and ownership
Household size and demographics
Assets and possessions
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Accurate Assessment Provides accurate economic assessment Regular Updates Updated through dynamic surveys System Reliability Ensures system reliability |
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🔍 Critical Threshold
Score LimitEligibility cutoff |
If your PMT score rises above 32, it means the system considers your household financially stable enough to no longer qualify for cash assistance 🔍 Score above 32 = ineligible Critical Threshold 32 is the critical threshold Financial Stability Indicates financial stability |
System calculates current PMT score
Compares score with threshold of 32
Score above 32 = automatic removal
Score 32 or below = eligible
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Immediate Removal Immediate removal from program No Appeal No immediate appeal option System Decision Automatic system decision |
❌ Why Were You Removed From the BISP Program?
Here are the key reasons why thousands of women were disqualified from the BISP program. Understanding these reasons helps you know what happened and what to expect.
| Removal Reason | What Happened | Why This Matters | What It Means for You |
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📈 PMT Score Increase
Score Above 32Primary reason |
📈 Your PMT score increased above 32 in the latest dynamic survey 📈 PMT score exceeded threshold of 32 Dynamic Survey Latest dynamic survey results Automatic Removal Triggers automatic removal |
Threshold Exceeded Critical eligibility threshold exceeded System Rule Automatic system rule enforcement Updated Assessment Based on updated family assessment |
Immediate Effect Immediate removal from program No Current Payments No more current payments Wait Period Must wait 2 years to reapply |
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🏠 Improved Conditions
Better Living StandardsHousehold improvement |
🏠 Your household conditions were updated as improved (e.g., better housing, income sources) 🏠 Household conditions improved Better Housing Improved housing conditions Income Sources New or improved income sources |
Positive Change Indicates positive family changes Economic Improvement Shows economic improvement System Recognition System recognizes improvement |
Progress Recognized Your family progress is recognized Self Sufficiency Moving toward self-sufficiency Program Success Shows program success |
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💼 Not Most Deserving
Relative AssessmentComparative evaluation |
💼 The system now considers you not among the most deserving families 💼 No longer among most deserving Comparative Assessment Compared to other families Relative Improvement Relative improvement in status |
Limited Resources Program has limited resources Priority System Priority given to most needy Fair Distribution Ensures fair resource distribution |
Status Change Your relative status has improved Others More Needy Others are now more needy System Fairness System maintains fairness |
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📅 Waiting Period
2-Year RuleReapplication timeline |
📅 As per new rules, you will have to wait 2 years before being considered for the program again 📅 Must wait 2 years to reapply New Rules New program rules in effect No Early Appeal No early appeal option |
Policy Change New policy implementation System Stability Ensures system stability Fair Process Maintains fair process |
Patience Required Must wait patiently for 2 years Future Opportunity Future reapplication opportunity Rule Compliance Must comply with new rules |
🔑 Important Points to Understand
These key conditions and their impacts will help you understand the current BISP system and what each status means for your eligibility.
| Condition | Impact | Explanation | What You Should Know |
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📊 PMT Score Above 32
Score ThresholdCritical limit |
Marked ineligible immediately 📊 Immediate ineligibility status Automatic Process Automatic system process No Manual Review No manual review required |
Critical Threshold 32 is the critical eligibility threshold System Rule Hard-coded system rule Government Policy Based on government policy |
No Exceptions No exceptions to this rule Immediate Effect Takes effect immediately System Decision Final system decision |
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💰 Receiving BISP Earlier?
Previous PaymentsPast eligibility |
Doesn’t matter — you’re removed if score ↑ 💰 Previous payments don’t protect you No Grandfathering No grandfathering of old beneficiaries Current Rules Apply Current rules apply to everyone |
Fair System System treats everyone equally Updated Assessment Based on updated assessment No Special Status No special status for old beneficiaries |
Equal Treatment All beneficiaries treated equally Current Status Only current status matters System Fairness Ensures system fairness |
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🔄 Reapply Option
Future ApplicationReapplication rules |
Only after 2 years, no early appeal 🔄 2-year waiting period mandatory No Early Appeal No early appeal mechanism Future Opportunity Future reapplication opportunity |
Policy Rule New policy rule implementation System Stability Ensures system stability Fair Process Maintains fair process |
Patience Required Must wait patiently for 2 years Keep Records Keep all records for future Monitor Changes Monitor any policy changes |
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📱 Notification of Eligibility
Status CommunicationHow you’re informed |
Sent via SMS or the 8171 portal 📱 Notified via SMS or 8171 portal Multiple Channels Multiple communication channels Official Notification Official notification system |
Official Channels Only official channels used Reliable System Reliable notification system Direct Communication Direct communication with beneficiaries |
Check Regularly Check status regularly Keep Updated Keep contact information updated Official Sources Trust only official sources |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Quick answers to the most common questions about PMT scores, appeals, reapplication process, and notification systems.
| Question | Answer | Additional Details | What This Means |
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❓ Q1
PMT Score MeaningScore significance |
🔍 What does a PMT score of 32 mean? A score above 32 signals that your financial status is stable. It’s the cutoff point used to decide eligibility for BISP cash transfers. 🔍 Score above 32 = financially stable Cutoff Point 32 is the official cutoff point Stability Indicator Indicates financial stability |
Critical Threshold 32 is the critical eligibility threshold Government Standard Set by government policy System Rule Hard-coded in BISP system |
Progress Indicator Shows your family has made progress Self Sufficiency Moving toward self-sufficiency System Success Indicates program success |
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❓ Q2
Appeal ProcessImmediate options |
📆 Can I appeal or re-apply immediately? No. As of 2025, women removed due to high PMT scores must wait 2 full years before reapplying. No immediate appeals are being accepted. 📆 No immediate appeals allowed 2025 Rules New rules effective from 2025 2-Year Wait Must wait 2 full years |
Policy Change New policy implementation No Exceptions No exceptions to this rule System Stability Ensures system stability |
Patience Required Must be patient and wait Future Opportunity Future reapplication opportunity Rule Compliance Must comply with new rules |
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❓ Q3
Previous PaymentsPast eligibility |
💸 I was getting regular payments before. Why was I removed? Your previous eligibility was based on older survey data. If your circumstances improved or your data changed, your PMT score automatically increased. 💸 Based on updated survey data Data Update Survey data was updated Circumstances Changed Your circumstances improved |
Dynamic System System uses dynamic assessment Regular Updates Regular data updates Current Status Based on current status |
Positive Change Indicates positive family changes System Accuracy System maintains accuracy Fair Assessment Ensures fair assessment |
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❓ Q4
Future EligibilityNotification system |
📲 Will I be informed if I become eligible again? Yes. BISP notifies eligible families via 8171 SMS service or the official online portal. Always ensure your CNIC and mobile number are updated. 📲 Yes, via SMS or online portal Official Notification Official notification system Keep Updated Keep contact info updated |
Multiple Channels Multiple communication channels Reliable System Reliable notification system Direct Contact Direct contact with beneficiaries |
Stay Connected Stay connected with BISP system Monitor Status Monitor status regularly Official Sources Trust only official sources |
🧾 Conclusion: What To Do If You’ve Been Removed
If your PMT score increased beyond 32, you are no longer eligible for BISP financial aid. This decision is part of the government’s effort to target support to the most deserving families.
| Action Item | What You Should Do | Why It’s Important | Expected Outcome |
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📊 Keep Data Accurate
Survey DataInformation accuracy |
✅ Keep your survey data accurate through official channels ✅ Maintain accurate survey data Official Channels Use only official channels Future Eligibility Important for future eligibility |
Accurate Assessment Ensures accurate future assessment System Reliability Maintains system reliability Fair Process Ensures fair evaluation process |
Better Chances Better chances for future eligibility Correct Assessment Correct assessment of your status System Trust Maintains trust in system |
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⚠️ Avoid Fraud
No Unauthorized AgentsFraud prevention |
✅ Avoid visiting unauthorized agents or paying fees — registration and updates are free ✅ Never pay unauthorized agents 100% Free All BISP services are 100% free Official Only Use only official channels |
Fraud Protection Protects you from fraud Money Safety Saves your money from scams Government Policy Government services are free |
Money Saved Money saved from fraud attempts Safe Process Safe and secure process Trust Maintained Trust in official system maintained |
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📱 Monitor Status
Regular CheckingStatus monitoring |
✅ Monitor your status regularly via SMS (8171) or the online portal ✅ Check status regularly via 8171 SMS Service Use 8171 SMS service Online Portal Use official online portal |
Stay Informed Stay informed about changes Early Notification Get early notification of changes System Updates Stay updated with system changes |
Timely Information Receive timely status information Quick Response Quick response to status changes Connected Stay connected with BISP system |
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⏳ Wait Period
2-Year WaitingReapplication timeline |
✅ Wait for 2 years before applying again if removed due to PMT score ✅ Wait 2 years before reapplying Mandatory Wait 2-year wait is mandatory Future Opportunity Future reapplication opportunity |
Policy Compliance Compliance with new policy System Stability Maintains system stability Fair Process Ensures fair process for all |
Future Eligibility Potential future eligibility Changed Circumstances Circumstances may change Second Chance Second chance after waiting period |
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🎯 System Purpose
Fairness & PreventionSystem goals |
This system may feel strict, but it ensures fairness and prevents misuse of public funds. Stay informed, stay prepared, and always rely on official BISP sources for updates. 🎯 System ensures fairness and prevents misuse Public Funds Protects public funds Fair Distribution Ensures fair distribution |
System Integrity Maintains system integrity Resource Optimization Optimizes resource allocation Government Accountability Ensures government accountability |
Trust Building Builds public trust in system Effective Program More effective poverty program Long-term Success Long-term program success |
