The federal budget for the financial year 2026-27 has brought a major relief announcement for millions of Pakistani families enrolled in the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP).
Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb confirmed that Rs 838 billion has been allocated for BISP, a 17% increase compared to last year’s Rs 716 billion.
This article covers everything you need to know: the new installment amount, payment date, expanded eligibility, and how to check your payment.
BISP Budget Officially Passed in National Assembly
The National Assembly budget session was held under the chairmanship of Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq. Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, and other members attended the session. Initially, Bilawal Bhutto had not been joining the budget proceedings, but he was convinced by Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and eventually participated.
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As Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb began his budget speech, opposition members, including PTI legislators, stood up from their seats and started chanting slogans against the government.
They held placards and pictures of Imran Khan, and some members tore up copies of the budget and threw them toward the Finance Minister.
The opposition’s position is that the government has failed to control inflation, unemployment, and other economic issues, and therefore, this budget cannot be called people-friendly.
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Total Federal Budget and BISP Allocation
The total proposed federal budget for the fiscal year 2026-27 stands at Rs 18,771 billion. Out of this, Rs 838 billion has been specifically allocated for the Benazir Income Support Programme, an increase of Rs 245 billion compared to the past two years.
This increase is aimed at providing greater financial protection to the weakest and most deserving segments of society.
Kafaalat Programme: 20 Lakh New Families Added
The government has now planned to extend the Kafaalat programme to 1 crore 20 lakh families, compared to the previous target of 1 crore families.
This means 20 lakh additional families have been included. This is particularly good news for those who were previously excluded from BISP or whose cases were under review.
Who Will Now Be Included in BISP?
The new budget brings relief not only for already-registered BISP families but also for:
Those who were previously declared ineligible (nahil). Those whose cases were under investigation or pending review. New applicants who were not previously part of the BISP database.
All these individuals and families will now be brought into the programme, which significantly expands the reach of the support system.
Taleemi Wazaif (Education Stipend): 92 Lakh Children to Benefit
In addition to the Kafaalat payments, the Taleemi Wazaif (education stipend) programme has also been expanded.
The number of children receiving education stipends has been increased, and 92 lakh children will now receive stipends under the programme. This amount will be included alongside the regular BISP installment.
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New Installment Amount: Rs 18,000 – But When?
There has been a lot of confusion about the exact installment amount. Earlier, figures of Rs 19,000 and then Rs 20,000 were mentioned. Now, the final decision has been made since the budget has been passed.
The current installment, due in June 2025, will be Rs 14,500. The new amount of Rs 18,000 will come into effect from January 2027 onwards.
The IMF had recommended a certain amount, but the Government of Pakistan convinced them, which is why the figure has been set at Rs 18,000 instead of a lower amount.
To summarize the payment history: the installment was previously Rs 10,500, then Rs 13,500, and now Rs 14,500, with Rs 18,000 confirmed for the next phase beginning January 2027.
Payment Date for Rs 14,500 Installment (June 2025)
The Rs 14,500 installment is expected to be transferred to beneficiaries’ wallet accounts by the last week of June.
Transfers are expected to begin around the 25th of June and continue until 1st July. Along with this payment, children’s Taleemi Wazaif will also be included.
Will BISP Be Shut Down?
There have been rumors about BISP being discontinued. However, there is no decision to close or end BISP. Payments will continue both for the current period and in the future.
The financial arrangement works as follows: provinces will contribute funds to the federal government, which will then distribute BISP installments and cover related expenses.
Once the federal government receives its revenues, it will return the funds to the provinces, Punjab, Sindh, KPK, and others. This collaborative arrangement ensures that BISP and other related programmes continue to run smoothly.
How to Check Your BISP Payment
The only official way to check your BISP payment status is through the 8171 portal. You can visit the 8171 web portal or send your CNIC number via SMS to 8171 to check whether your payment has been processed and when it will arrive in your wallet account.
Important Tips
The Rs 18,000 increase is for the next financial year, effective January 2027; your current installment remains Rs 14,500.
Always use the official 8171 portal to check your payment. Do not rely on unofficial sources or third-party websites for payment information.
Previously ineligible or under-review applicants should now recheck their status, as they may have been included in the new expansion. Children’s education stipends (Taleemi Wazaif) will be paid alongside the regular BISP installment.
FAQs
Q: What is the new BISP installment amount?
The current installment is Rs 14,500. The increased amount of Rs 18,000 will begin from January 2027.
Q: When will the June 2025 BISP payment arrive? Payments are expected to begin transferring to wallet accounts around June 25, with the process completing by July 1.
Q: Has BISP been shut down?
No. BISP has not been shut down and there is no plan to discontinue it. Payments will continue.
Q: How can I check my BISP payment?
Use the official 8171 portal or SMS your CNIC to 8171.
Q: Who are the new beneficiaries added to BISP?
20 lakh new families have been added to the Kafaalat programme, including previously ineligible individuals and those whose cases were under investigation.
Q: How many children will benefit from Taleemi Wazaif?
92 lakh children will now receive education stipends under the expanded programme.
Q: What is the total BISP budget for 2026-27?
Rs 838 billion has been allocated for BISP, which is 17% more than last year’s Rs 716 billion.
Conclusion
The federal budget 2026-27 has brought significant good news for BISP beneficiaries across Pakistan. The allocation has been raised to Rs 838 billion, 20 lakh new families have been included in the Kafaalat programme, and the installment will increase to Rs 18,000 starting January 2027.
The current June 2025 installment of Rs 14,500 is expected to be credited to wallet accounts by the last week of June. BISP is not being shut down; it is being expanded. If you are a beneficiary or believe you may now qualify, check your status through the official 8171 portal.
