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Benazir Income Support Program: How to Register for Scholarships

Benazir Income Support Program: How to Register for Scholarships

The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) is a federal cash transfer program of the Government of Pakistan that aims to alleviate poverty. It offers scholarships to students from low-income families.  

Conditions for Participation in Benazir Education Scholarships

  • Students’ mother must be registered for Benazir Income Support.
  • Child must have a Child Registration Form (Form B) issued by NADRA (National Database and Registration Authority).  

Children’s Age Limit

ClassAge Limit
Primary4 to 12 years
Secondary8 to 18 years
Higher Secondary13 to 22 years

Registration Procedure

  1. Take the children who are to be registered to the nearest Benazir Income Support office.
  2. Provide the concerned officer with the child registration form (Form B) and the certified mobile number of the head of the household.
  3. The concerned officer will register the child and issue an enrollment slip.
  4. Get the enrollment slips filled up by the children’s school, including details of the class teacher and head teacher.
  5. Submit the completed enrollment slips back to the Benazir Income Support office.
  6. After verification of the enrollment slip, your child’s stipend will be released.

Stipend Rates

ClassFemale StudentsMale Students
PrimaryRs. 2500/-Rs. 2000/-
SecondaryRs. 3500/-Rs. 3000/-
Higher SecondaryRs. 4500/-Rs. 4000/-

Special Bonus

Girls who complete their primary education will receive a special bonus of Rs. 3000.

Important Note

A student’s scholarship will continue only if their school attendance is more than 70%. The Benazir Income Support Program must also be informed in case of changing the child’s school.

Contact Information

  • Website: www.bisp.gov.pk  
  • Email: officialbisp@bisp_pakistan@bisppakistan
  • Phone: 0800-26477

Conclusion

The Benazir Income Support Program scholarships can help low-income families afford the cost of education for their children. If you meet the eligibility criteria, we encourage you to register your child for this program.  

FAQs

  • What is the Benazir Income Support Program?

The Benazir Income Support Program is a federal cash transfer program of the Government of Pakistan that aims to alleviate poverty.  

  • Who is eligible for Benazir Education Scholarships?

Students from low-income families where the mother is registered for Benazir Income Support are eligible.  

  • How much is the stipend amount?

The stipend amount varies depending on the class and gender of the student. Please see the table above for details.

  • Is there a special bonus for girls?

Yes, girls who complete their primary education will receive a special bonus of Rs. 3000.

Benazir Income Support Program: How to Register for Scholarships
Benazir Income Support Program: How to Register for Scholarships

Majid Farooq

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