The Benazir Taleemi Wazaif (BISP Education Stipend) is a helpful initiative for low-income families in Pakistan to support their children’s education. However, the government has now introduced strict attendance rules for students. If your child misses more than 6 days of school in three months, the BISP education stipend may be stopped.
This article explains the new rule, how it affects your child’s payment, and what you can do to keep receiving support.
📢 Latest Update: BISP Stipend May Stop After 6 Absences
From 2025 onward, the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) has enforced a new policy. Under this rule:
Children must attend at least 70% of school days (i.e., not miss more than 6 days in a quarter) to continue receiving the Taleemi Wazaif.
This step ensures that students attend school regularly and the cash assistance goes to deserving families who follow the rules.
🎓 What is Benazir Taleemi Wazaif?
Benazir Taleemi Wazaif is a conditional cash transfer (CCT) for children of BISP beneficiaries. Its goals are:
- To encourage school enrollment and regular attendance
- To reduce dropout rates
- To support families financially in continuing their children’s education
Children receive monthly or quarterly payments, but only if they maintain school attendance.
📋 New Rule at a Glance
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Attendance | 70% of school/college days in 3 months |
| Max Allowed Absences | 6 days in one quarter |
| Consequence of Violation | Stipend paused or stopped |
| Who is Affected? | All students under BISP Taleemi Wazaif |
✅ Requirements to Continue Receiving the Stipend
To keep receiving your child’s education stipend:
- ✅ Ensure the child goes to school daily
- ✅ Attendance must be recorded by the school
- ✅ The child should not miss more than 6 days in any quarter
- ✅ Cooperate with BISP monitoring teams during home or school visits
- ✅ Keep your mobile number updated to receive alerts from 8171
❌ What Happens If the Attendance Rule is Broken?
If a child misses more than the allowed 6 days in a quarter:
- ❌ The education stipend is blocked temporarily
- ⚠️ A warning SMS may be sent to the parent/guardian
- ❌ Continued absence may lead to permanent removal from the program
💡 Tips for Parents to Avoid Payment Stoppage
Here are simple tips to ensure your child’s payments continue:
- 📆 Send your child to school regularly
- 🩺 Inform the school and get a medical certificate if your child is ill
- 📂 Keep leave records or medical slips safe
- 📱 Make sure your contact number in the BISP database is updated
🔄 How to Reactivate a Blocked Payment?
If your child’s stipend is stopped:
- Visit the nearest BISP Tehsil Office
- Take school attendance records or a letter from the school
- Submit a written application for reactivation
- Wait for verification. If approved, payments will restart
🌍 District-Wise Payment Phases – 2025
BISP stipend payments are being rolled out in phases. Here’s a breakdown:
| Phase | Status |
|---|---|
| Phase 1 | Completed in many districts |
| Phase 2 | Completed |
| Phase 3 | Currently ongoing |
| Notification Method | SMS from 8171 |
Note: If you haven’t received your January–March 2025 stipend yet, your district may be in Phase 3.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many days can my child be absent under BISP rules?
A: A child can be absent for up to 6 days in three months (a quarter). Beyond that, the stipend may be stopped.
Q2: What if my child was sick?
A: You must provide a valid medical certificate or school leave approval to avoid payment issues.
Q3: Where should I go if the stipend stops?
A: Visit the nearest BISP Tehsil Office with your CNIC and your child’s school documents.
Q4: How do I check stipend eligibility and payment updates?
A: Send your CNIC number to 8171, or visit the BISP portal.
📢 Final Message for Parents
The BISP Taleemi Wazaif is a great support for poor families, but it comes with responsibilities. Make sure your children go to school regularly and keep their attendance above 70%.
👉 If you follow the rules, your child will continue to receive financial help for education.
📣 Share this message with other parents – it might help them secure their child’s future too.
🔔 Stay Updated
For more BISP updates, news, and guides:
- ✅ Save this website for regular updates
- ✅ Follow BISP’s official pages
- ✅ Always verify any SMS from 8171
May Allah bless your children with knowledge and success. Ameen.