The Benazir Kafalat Program offers financial aid to low-income women across Pakistan, providing quarterly cash assistance to help improve their financial security. As of January 2025, eligible beneficiaries will receive PKR 13,500, up from the current PKR 10,500. Below are the eligibility criteria, registration procedures, and additional guidance for potential applicants.
Eligibility Criteria for Benazir Kafalat Program
To participate in the Benazir Kafalat Program, applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria confirming their socio-economic needs. Key points of eligibility include:
Permanent Residence and Identity
- Nationality: Applicants must be permanent residents of Pakistan with a valid Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) issued by NADRA.
- Exclusion for Dual Citizenship: Dual nationals are not eligible for this program.
Asset Limitations
- No Asset Ownership: The applicant must not own assets like real estate or vehicles. This restriction is strictly enforced to ensure assistance reaches truly needy families living below the poverty line.
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| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Permanent resident of Pakistan with NADRA CNIC |
| Dual Citizenship | Dual citizens are ineligible |
| Asset Ownership | Must not own any property, vehicle, or substantial asset |
How to Register for the Benazir Kafalat Program
Registering for the Benazir Kafalat Program requires a few straightforward steps. This process is standardized across the 600+ Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) offices throughout Pakistan. Follow the steps below to ensure successful registration:
- Visit a BISP Office: Go to the nearest BISP office with your original CNIC, a mobile number registered in your name, and your household’s latest utility bills.
- Meet with a Registration Representative: Submit your CNIC and child’s Bay Form to obtain a survey token.
- Complete the Survey: Follow the representative’s instructions to the survey registration room, where an operator will fill out your registration form and verify details through fingerprinting.
- Confirmation SMS: Upon successful submission, you will receive a confirmation SMS. This message confirms the registration and a confirmation receipt will also be issued as proof of eligibility.
Can a Family Member Complete the Registration?
Many wonder if women must visit the BISP office in person. If a woman is unable to visit the office due to illness or disability, a household head, male or female, can represent her at the office. However, they must carry the applicant’s CNIC for verification.
Conclusion
The Benazir Kafalat Program aims to uplift economically disadvantaged families by offering essential financial support. With the recent decision to expand the program, an additional 700,000 families will soon benefit from it. Eligible women from low-income families can take advantage of the simple registration process outlined above. The program is set to increase payments to PKR 13,500, providing even greater assistance to those in need. Families eligible for this support should complete their registration promptly to benefit from the upcoming financial increase.
