The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) provides financial assistance to eligible women in Pakistan. As a beneficiary, keeping track of your account balance is important. Here's a detailed note outlining the convenient methods BISP offers to check your balance:


Good New | BISP Easy Way to Check Your Balance on the Benazir Income Support



Good New | BISP Easy Way to Check Your Balance on the Benazir Income Support


1. SMS Inquiry (Recommended):

  • Open your messaging app on your mobile phone.
  • Compose a new message.
  • In the message body, type your CNIC number (without dashes or spaces).
  • Send the message to the official BISP SMS shortcode: 8171.

Important points:

  • Ensure you have mobile network connectivity.
  • You will receive a reply SMS with your current BISP account balance.
  • This service is free of charge.
  • The reply message will be in Urdu by default. If you prefer English, send "English" in the message body along with your CNIC number.

Good New | BISP Easy Way to Check Your Balance on the Benazir Income Support


2. Interactive Voice Response (IVR):

This method allows you to check your balance through a phone call. Here's what to do:

  • Dial the BISP helpline number: 0800-26477 (toll-free)
  • Follow the automated voice instructions.
  • You will be prompted to enter your CNIC number using your phone keypad.
  • Once you enter your CNIC, the system will inform you of your current BISP account balance.

Important points:

  • This service is also free of charge.
  • The IVR system is available in both Urdu and English.

3. Online Inquiry (if applicable):

While BISP doesn't currently offer a dedicated online portal for balance inquiries, some partner banks might provide this functionality through their internet banking platforms. Here's how to check (if applicable):


Good New | BISP Easy Way to Check Your Balance on the Benazir Income Support


  • Visit the website of the bank that issued your BISP debit card.
  • Navigate to the section displaying account information or recent transactions.
  • Look for any section mentioning BISP or your BISP account number.
  • You might be able to view your current balance there.

Important points:

  • This method depends on your bank offering this service.
  • Contact your bank's customer support for confirmation and specific instructions.

Additional Tips:

  • Always ensure you are using the official BISP SMS shortcode (8171) and helpline number (0800-26477) to avoid scams. BISP will never ask for your CNIC number or any other personal information through unsolicited calls or messages.
  • If you encounter any difficulties or suspect unauthorized activity regarding your BISP account, contact the BISP helpline or visit their nearest office for assistance.

Good New | BISP Easy Way to Check Your Balance on the Benazir Income Support