Benazir Taleemi Wazaif: A Guide to Registration and Stipend Rates
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has outlined the eligibility criteria and registration process for its “Benazir Taleemi Wazaif” (Benazir Education Stipends) initiative. This program is designed to provide financial support to deserving families to encourage the education of their children from primary to higher secondary levels.
This guide provides a step-by-step process for registration, details the stipend amounts, and explains the key conditions that must be met to receive the educational grants.
Eligibility Criteria for Enrollment
To enroll a child in the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif program, the following conditions must be met:
Parental Eligibility: The mother of the student must be an active beneficiary of the Benazir Kafaalat Program.
Child’s B-Form: The child must have a NADRA-issued B-Form (Child Registration Certificate).
Age Limits for Children
The program covers children’s education from primary to higher secondary levels, with specific age brackets for each category:
Class Level | Age Group |
Primary | 4 to 12 years |
Secondary | 8 to 18 years |
Higher Secondary | 13 to 22 years |
The Registration Process
Follow these steps to register your children for the education stipends:
Visit the BISP Office: Take your children to the nearest Benazir Income Support Programme office for registration.
Provide B-Form and Mobile Number: Present the child’s B-Form and provide a registered mobile number to the BISP officer.
Receive Enrollment Slip: The officer will register the child and issue an enrollment slip.
School Verification: Take the enrollment slip to your child’s school to have it filled out and verified. It is mandatory to get the names of the Class Teacher and the Head Teacher entered on the slip.
Submit the Slip: After the school has filled out the slip, submit it back to the BISP office.
Stipend Issuance: The stipend will be issued after the BISP office verifies the completed enrollment slip.
Quarterly Stipend Rates
The program provides different stipend amounts for boys and girls to encourage female education. The rates are as follows:
Level | Stipend for Girls | Stipend for Boys |
Primary | Rs. 3,000/- | Rs. 2,500/- |
Secondary | Rs. 4,000/- | Rs. 3,500/- |
Higher Secondary | Rs. 5,000/- | Rs. 4,500/- |
Special Bonus: A one-time special bonus of Rs. 3,000 will be given to girls upon the completion of their primary education.
Important Condition: School Attendance
To remain eligible for the stipend, the child must maintain a minimum of 70% attendance at school.
In case of a school change, it is mandatory to inform the Benazir Income Support Programme office to update the records.
For More Information
For official updates and announcements, you can visit the BISP official channels:
BISP Free Registration Apply Online
Website: www.bisp.gov.pk
Instagram: @bisp_pakistan
YouTube: @bisp_pakistan
TikTok: @bisppakistan
Facebook: /officialbisp
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who can register their children for this program?
A1: Only mothers who are currently active beneficiaries of the Benazir Kafaalat Program can register their eligible children.
Q2: What is the most important requirement for the child?
A2: The child must have a NADRA-issued B-Form, and their school attendance must be at least 70%.
Q3: Are the stipend amounts the same for boys and girls?
A3: No, the program offers a higher stipend rate for girls at all levels of education to promote their enrollment and retention in schools.
Q4: What happens if my child’s attendance drops below 70%?
A4: Failure to meet the 70% attendance requirement will result in the suspension of the stipend.