The Government of Pakistan has officially launched a modern, efficient, and transparent financial inclusion initiative through the BISP Launch New Card program under the Benazir Income Support Programme. This Benazir Social Protection Card 2025 is a groundbreaking step in ensuring better access, reduced fraud, and enhanced convenience for over 9 million low-income families registered under BISP.
In this guide, you’ll get a comprehensive breakdown of how this new BISP card works, how to register for it, who is eligible, and how it will affect your Rs. 13,500 Kafalat payment, Taleemi Wazaif, and other BISP programs.
What Is the New BISP Card 2025?
The BISP New Card, officially known as the Benazir Social Protection Card, is a smart payment and identity card that allows beneficiaries to:
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Withdraw payments from any bank or ATM
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Get enrolled in BISP and Ehsaas programs
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Access Taleemi Wazaif and other subsidies
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Maintain a digital record of disbursements
The initiative is aimed at streamlining the current payment system and replacing manual and biometric-only models with card-based services, thus increasing accessibility and transparency.
Objectives Behind the Benazir Social Protection Card
The primary goals of launching the new BISP card system are:
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Eliminate third-party deductions and corruption
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Ensure timely delivery of Rs. 13,500 Kafalat payments
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Enable multi-channel withdrawals via banks, agents, ATMs
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Empower women financially through personal control of cash disbursement
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Enable portability and access across Pakistan
Key Features of the New BISP Card
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Card Type | EMV Chip-Based Smart Card |
| Issued To | Female BISP Kafalat beneficiaries |
| Linked Account | Yes – Connected to a BISP-verified bank account |
| Withdrawal Options | ATM, POS, Bank Branch, Retailer Agents |
| Programs Supported | Kafalat, Taleemi Wazaif, Nashonuma, Emergency Cash |
| Security | Biometric + PIN Protected |
| Validity | 3 Years (renewable) |
| Usage Tracking | SMS Alerts, Online Portal, Physical Receipt |
How to Apply for the New BISP Card
You do not need to apply separately if you’re already a registered beneficiary. The process is being conducted in phases and beneficiaries are being informed via 8171 SMS.
Step-by-Step Process:
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Receive SMS from 8171 indicating card readiness
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Visit nearest BISP center or designated partner bank branch
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Provide original CNIC + biometric verification
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Collect your Benazir Social Protection Card
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Set your PIN and get orientation on usage
Important: Do not share your card or PIN with anyone, even if they claim to be BISP staff.
Eligibility for the Benazir Social Protection Card
To receive the new card, you must:
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Be a female head of household registered in the BISP Kafalat Program
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Have a valid CNIC and completed dynamic survey
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Be marked as eligible in the latest 8171 CNIC verification
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Have no disqualifications or pending verification issues
Newly qualified applicants (2024-2025 survey) will also be issued cards upon successful verification.
What Will Happen to Previous Payment Methods?
The new BISP card will gradually replace older withdrawal methods such as:
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Limited bank agents
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Biometric-only HBL ATM withdrawals
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Camp payments for remote areas
During the transition, both old and new systems will work side by side, but beneficiaries are strongly encouraged to collect and activate their new cards for better access and reduced hassle.
Advantages of the BISP New Card
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Convenience: Withdraw money at any time from any bank/ATM
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Security: Reduces fraud through PIN & biometric verification
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Mobility: Use across all cities in Pakistan
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Transparency: Get SMS updates and printed receipts
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No unauthorized deductions: Direct and full payments
Payment Integration: Rs. 13,500 and Other Support
Yes, the Rs. 13,500 Kafalat July 2025 installment will be accessible through the new BISP card once activated. Additionally, the same card will support:
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Benazir Taleemi Wazaif (Education stipends)
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Nashonuma program (mother-child health support)
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Flood relief and other emergency cash programs
All payments are loaded digitally to your card-linked account, viewable via portal and SMS alerts.
Support Channels
| Issue | Where to Go |
|---|---|
| Card not received | Visit local BISP Tehsil Office |
| Card blocked or lost | Contact issuing bank or BISP center |
| Biometric/PIN issues | Biometric verification at NADRA |
| Not getting 8171 SMS | Update mobile number in BISP record |
| Wrong deductions | File a complaint via 8171 or helpline |
BISP Card Activation Process
After receiving the card, follow this activation guide:
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Visit the issuing bank ATM
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Insert the Benazir Card
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Enter default PIN provided at the branch
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Change PIN for security
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Withdraw cash or view balance
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Activate SMS alerts by registering your mobile number
If your card is not working at ATM, go back to the branch for help or file a support ticket.
Timeline: When Will the New BISP Card Be Available?
The rollout began in May 2025 and is expected to complete in phases until early 2026. Provinces where pilot launches have started include:
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Punjab: Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan
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Sindh: Karachi, Hyderabad
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KP: Peshawar, Mardan
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Balochistan: Quetta
Beneficiaries will be notified via SMS and local BISP centers.
FAQs
BISP ka new card kab milay ga?
Aapko 8171 se SMS aaye ga jab aap ka card tayar ho jaye. Uske baad aap nearest BISP center se hasil kar sakte hain.
Kya purana ATM system ab khatam ho gaya hai?
Nahi, purana system abhi kuch waqt tak chalay ga. Magar card lena aur use karna zyada behtar hai.
Card say Rs. 13,500 ki July 2025 qist milay gi?
Jee haan, agar aap eligible hain to qist directly card account mein transfer hogi.
Agar card gum ho jaye to kya karna chahiye?
Turan branch ya BISP center ja kar card block karwayen aur naya card issue karwayen.
Kya yeh card Taleemi Wazaif aur Nashonuma ke liye bhi hai?
Jee haan, yeh aik universal BISP card hai jo tamam muawin programs ke liye use ho ga.