The Benazir Taleemi Wazaif (Education Stipend) program is a major initiative by BISP to help children from low-income families continue their education. If you’re a parent wondering whether your child qualifies, this blog will explain everything.
Eligibility Criteria for BISP 8171 Taleemi Wazaif (2025)
To qualify for educational stipends under the 8171 BISP program, the following conditions must be met:
1) Mother Must Be a BISP Kafaalat Beneficiary
Only children of women already receiving Benazir Kafaalat financial aid are eligible.
2) Child Must Be Within the Age Limit
| School level | Age limit |
| Primary | 4 to 12 |
| Secondary | 8 to 18 |
| Higher secondary | 13-22 |
3) School Enrollment
The child must be enrolled in a registered public or private school.
4) Minimum Attendance
The student must attend school regularly (at least 70% attendance) each quarter.
Required Documents
Make sure you have the following:
- CNIC of the mother (registered with BISP)
- Child’s B-Form (issued by NADRA)
- School verification (stamped admission slip or letter)
- Valid mobile number
- Residential proof (utility bill or rent agreement)
Also Read: BISP July 2025 Payment Update: How to Check Your Money Status
How to Register Your Child? Step-by-Step Guide
Follow the below process to register your child for Taleemi Wazaif:
- Check Mother’s Eligibility:
Send CNIC to 8171 via SMS to confirm. - Collect Required Documents:
Ensure all mentioned documents are ready. - Visit Nearest BISP Office or Registration Camp:
Go to the nearest tehsil office with your child’s school documents. - Get School Verified Form Filled:
Get confirmation from the child’s school principal or teacher. - Submit the Registration Form:
Submit the verified form to BISP officials for data entry.
BISP Stipend Amount for Children in 2025
| Education level | Boys (PKR/Quarter) | Girls (PKR/Quarter) |
| Primary | 1500 | 2000 |
| Secondary | 2500 | 3000 |
| Higher secondary | 3500 | 4000 |
Bonus For Girls
A one-time Rs. 3000 reward is given to girls on completing primary school. This is for encouragement.
How to Check Registration or Payment Status?
You can track the application using:
- SMS: Send CNIC to 8171
- App: Use the Waseela-e-Taleem app (available on Android)
- Helpline: Call 0800-26477 (toll-free)
Also read: BISP 8171 Eligibility Check.
Common BISP 8171 Taleemi Wazaif Problems & How to Solve Them
Parents often face technical issues. Here’s how to solve them:
Didn’t Receive SMS from 8171?
Visit the nearest BISP office to update your mobile number.
Ensure your number is active and not blocked.
School Says ‘We’re Not Linked with BISP’?
Ask the principal to register the school through the District Monitoring Officer.
Take help from local BISP volunteers or field teams.
Payment Not Showing in JazzCash or Bank?
Check if your bank account or JazzCash number is linked with your CNIC properly.
Some payments may take 10–15 days after approval.
FAQ’s
Q1. Can more than one child be registered?
Yes. All eligible children in the same household can be enrolled.
Q2. Is private school allowed?
Yes, but it must be a registered private school.
Q3. What happens if attendance is below 70%?
You won’t receive payment for that quarter.
Q4. Is B-Form compulsory?
Yes, issued by NADRA. No B-Form = No stipend.
Q5. Why is my payment delayed?
It may be due to school non-verification, mobile number issues, or account linkage problems.
Final Thoughts
If your child meets the BISP 8171 eligibility rules, and you’ve completed the documents and school process properly, then you will receive the quarterly education stipend. Just make sure your documents are up to date, the school knows your child is part of the program, and you check the status from time to time.
If something goes wrong like payment delays or no message from 8171 don’t wait. Go to your nearest BISP office or call the helpline. They are there to help you.
