The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) has started the third phase of the Rs. 13,500 payment distribution. Many women across Pakistan have already received their payments in earlier phases. Now, the government has announced new updates for those who are still waiting. This article explains who will receive the next payment, how to check your payment status, and the problems of deduction at campsites. If you are part of BISP or received Rs. 10,000 under another program, this guide will help you understand what comes next.
Table of Contents
| Key Update | Details |
| Payment Phase | Third phase of Rs. 13,500 has started |
| District Examples | Sargodha, Kot Momin and others |
| Issues Highlighted | Deductions at campsites reported |
| 8171 SMS Service | No longer replies to incoming messages |
Third Phase of Rs. 13,500 BISP Payment Has Started
The government has started giving Rs. 13,500 payments under the third phase of BISP. Around 65% of the people have already received their money in the first two rounds. Payments are currently being delivered in several districts including Sargodha. Many people are still receiving their payments daily. In the coming weeks, more districts will be added to the list. If you did not get your first or second installment, check with the BISP office in your area or visit your nearest payment camp.
Issues of Deduction in Sargodha Campsite
There have been serious complaints from Sargodha, especially from a city called Kot Momin, where women faced unfair deductions. Agents took their ID cards, returned them later, and forced them to get tokens. Then they deducted Rs. 2,000 to Rs. 3,000 from the actual amount. When local MPA Mansoor Azam Sindhu visited, he stopped the workers from taking extra money and told them to treat women respectfully. He also contacted the BISP Director of Sargodha and complained about the staff behavior.
Government Plan to Transfer BISP Payments to Bank Accounts
To stop these illegal deductions, the government plans to transfer payments directly to women’s bank accounts. This new system may take 3–4 months to fully launch. Once it is implemented, beneficiaries will get money through:
- Bank transfers to personal accounts
- ATM cards or debit cards
- Digital wallet options in the future
- Easy withdrawals without dealing with agents
This new method will make the payment process easier, safer, and faster for all BISP beneficiaries.
8171 SMS Service Update: What You Need to Know
Earlier, people could send their CNIC number to 8171 and get a reply about their eligibility and payment status. But now, this service does not reply to your messages. The 8171 system is now used only for sending official payment notifications. Here are the key changes:
- Sending messages to 8171 no longer works
- Only 8171 can send messages to beneficiaries
- If you receive a message from 8171, your payment is ready
- No response will come if you try sending your CNIC now
For accurate information, visit your nearest BISP center or authorized help desks.
Who Will Receive the Third Phase Payment?
Only those people who have not received their payment in the earlier two phases will get money now. If you already got your Rs. 13,500 payment in January or March, then you won’t receive another in May. However, people who received earlier payments will be included in future phases — possibly in June, July, or August. You must wait for the next round if your payment has already been completed earlier this year.
Rs. 10,000 Beneficiaries: Will They Get Rs. 13,500?
Many people who received Rs. 10,000 under a separate Punjab government scheme are asking if they will also receive Rs. 13,500 from BISP. The answer is not confirmed yet. If your CNIC is eligible under the BISP criteria, then you may be included in the next BISP payment. The government will decide based on your eligibility status. For now, these Rs. 10,000 beneficiaries should stay updated via official messages or visit the local office for clarity.
Conclusion
The third phase of the BISP Rs. 13,500 payment is ongoing in many parts of the country. Issues of unfair deductions are being addressed by local officials, and plans to move to bank payments are under way. The 8171 service now only sends messages, not replies. If you have not received your payment yet, stay connected to your local BISP center. Future payments will continue through June, July, and August for eligible people.
FAQs
1. Can I send an SMS to 8171 and get payment info now?
No, 8171 no longer replies to your messages. It only sends official messages if your payment is ready.
2. I received Rs. 13,500 in January. Will I get more in May?
No, you will only be eligible for future phases, possibly in June or July.
3. How can I stop agents from deducting money from my payment?
Wait for bank account transfers or report any deductions to local officials or helplines.
4. I got Rs. 10,000 earlier. Will I get Rs. 13,500 too?
Only if your CNIC is eligible under BISP criteria. There is no automatic inclusion.