The Benazir Kafalat Program is Pakistan’s largest welfare initiative that provides financial help to women from poor families. The government offers quarterly cash assistance to support these women. Currently, more than 93 lakh women benefit from this program. Recently, Senator Rubina Khalid, the Chairperson of the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), announced that 7 lakh new families would be added to the program. This is an excellent opportunity for families living in poverty to receive financial assistance. In this article, we will explain the process to register for the Kafalat Program and the eligibility requirements.
| Program Name | Benazir Kafalat Program |
| Total Beneficiaries | 93 lakh |
| New Families to be Added | 7 lakh |
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Eligibility Criteria for Registration 2024
To be eligible for the Benazir Kafalat Program, the applicant must meet several requirements. The woman’s financial situation must be poor, and she must be a permanent resident of Pakistan. Neither she nor her family members should have traveled abroad, and she must have a computerized CNIC. Additionally, no family member should work in the government, and the household income must be less than Rs 50,000 per month. The applicant should also not be benefiting from other government programs. If these criteria are met, the applicant can register and receive quarterly payments.
Documents Required for Registration Recent Update
To complete your registration, you must provide certain documents. These documents will help verify your eligibility and ensure that the correct families are registered. The required documents are:
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card)
- Family Information, including children’s Form B
- Proof of household income
- Proof of residence
- Mobile number registered in your name
These documents are necessary for completing the survey and ensuring that you are included in the program.
Procedure to Complete Registration in Kafalat Program 2024
The registration process for women from 7 lakh new families has been simplified to make joining the BISP program easier. To register, visit your nearest BISP Registration Center with your CNIC, children’s B-form, and any other required documents. You will receive a token for the NSER survey, which you need to complete with the help of a data operator who will ask for your personal and financial details. After completing the survey and verifying your thumbprint, you will receive a confirmation message. Eligible participants will then begin receiving quarterly payments under the Kafalat Program.
No Online Registration Available
Many people wonder if they can complete their registration for the Kafalat Program online. Currently, the BISP does not offer online registration. The only way to register is by visiting a BISP registration center in person. Women who are unable to go to the registration center can send a family member with their ID card to complete the process on their behalf. So, if you are interested in joining the program, you must visit the BISP office in your district.
Also Read: PM Increases BISP Budget: New Rs 13,500 Payment Starts from 2025
Conclusion
The decision to include 7 lakh new families in the Benazir Kafalat Program is a big step toward helping more people living below the poverty line. The registration process is straightforward, and women who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to visit their nearest BISP registration center to complete the process. By joining the program, these families will receive financial assistance on a quarterly basis, helping them improve their living conditions.