BISP Budget 2025-26 Increased | Now Rs 14,500 Quarterly
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What is BISP?
BISP is a cash support program for poor and low-income families in Pakistan. It helps them buy basic things like food, clothes, and pay for children’s school needs. The money is given directly to women of the family to improve living standards.
- Started in: 2008
- Focus: Financial help for poor families
- Cash is transferred directly to women
- Main programs: Kafalat, Taleemi Wazaif, Nashonuma, and others
BISP Budget 2025-26 — Big Increase Announced!
New Budget Details:
| Year | BISP Budget | Increase (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-24 | Rs 471 billion | — |
| 2024-25 | Rs 598.71 billion | +27% approx. |
| 2025-26 | Rs 716 to 722.48 billion | +21% approx. |
- The exact new BISP budget is around Rs 722.48 billion.
- Last year, it was Rs 598.71 billion.
- This means a total increase of Rs 123.77 billion.
Why This Increase?
- Pakistan promised IMF to increase social protection spending
- Inflation has made life more expensive, so more help is needed
- More families are now being added to the BISP system
Benazir Kafalat Programme
Kafalat is the main program under BISP. It gives unconditional cash transfers to the poorest families.
Key Changes in 2025-26:
- Number of families to receive Kafalat increased to 10 million
- Quarterly cash payment will increase from Rs 13,500 to Rs 14,500 (from January 2026)
- Inflation adjustment included
Purpose:
- Help poor families buy daily items
- Reduce extreme poverty
- Empower women by giving money directly to them
How Do Families Get Registered in BISP?
- Visit nearest BISP office
- Fill dynamic survey form
- Provide CNIC and other documents
- Wait for verification via NSER (National Socio-Economic Registry)
Benazir Taleemi Wazaif — Educational Support for Children
This program helps children of BISP families go to school by giving them monthly stipends.
What’s New in 2025-26:
- 12 million children will now receive educational stipends
- Previously, around 10.5 million were receiving it
- Aim is to reduce dropouts and increase school attendance
Taleemi Wazaif Monthly Stipend Amount (Expected):
| Level | Boys (Rs) | Girls (Rs) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | 1,500 | 2,000 |
| Secondary | 2,500 | 3,000 |
| Higher Sec. | 3,500 | 4,000 |
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BISP Budget Distribution and Clarity
Some confusion was seen in official documents about BISP budget. Let’s clear it.
| Source | Mentioned BISP Budget |
|---|---|
| Finance Minister Speech | Rs 716 billion |
| IMF Country Report | Rs 716 billion |
| Finance Ministry Docs | Rs 722.48 billion |
| Employees’ Expenses | Rs 5.87 billion |
- Total operational budget = Rs 716.61 billion
- Extra for salaries/expenses = Rs 5.87 billion
- Combined total = Rs 722.48 billion
How BISP Budget Changed Over the Years
| Financial Year | Budget Allocated (Rs Billion) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-22 | 250 to 235 (confused data) | Discrepancy in claims |
| 2022-23 | 408 | After revision |
| 2023-24 | 471 | 15% increase from 2022-23 |
| 2024-25 | 598.71 | 27% increase from 2023-24 |
| 2025-26 | 722.48 | 21% increase from 2024-25 |
New Support for Students:
- More students to be enrolled under Taleemi Wazaif
- New Daanish schools to be opened in AJK, GB, Balochistan and Islamabad
- Early Childhood Education Centers and Computer Labs being planned
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Development Plan 2025-26 Highlights:
| Sector | Allocation (Rs Billion) |
|---|---|
| Education (HEC + S&T) | 43.8 |
| Health | 14.3 |
| Water Projects | 133 |
| Roads/Transport | 328 |
| Energy Projects | 90.2 |
| AJK/GB/Merged Areas | 164 |
Relief Measures in Budget 2025-26
- 10% salary increase for government employees (Grade 1–22)
- 30% Disparity Reduction Allowance for deserving staff
- 7% increase in pensions
- Special Conveyance Allowance raised from Rs 4,000 to Rs 6,000 for special persons
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Simple Summary: Why This Budget Matters
- More money for poor families through BISP
- More kids will go to school with Taleemi Wazaif
- Women will have more financial power through Kafalat
Final Thoughts
BISP 2025-26 Budget is not just about numbers. It’s about giving real help to real people. With BISP expanded and more support for poor families, it shows that social protection is now a serious priority. If implemented properly, this can truly change lives.
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