Benazir Taleemi Wazaif August 2025 – Cluster 7 & 14 Payments to Begin from 26 August

The Government of Pakistan has confirmed that the next phase of Benazir Taleemi Wazaif payments will start on 26 August 2025. This update specifically applies to Cluster 7 and Cluster 14 districts, where all arrangements have been finalized to ensure timely and transparent distribution.

This program, part of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), aims to help low-income families keep their children in school by providing financial stipends for educational expenses.

Why Benazir Taleemi Wazaif Matters

The Benazir Taleemi Wazaif scheme is more than just financial assistance—it’s a step towards reducing dropout rates and promoting girls’ education in Pakistan. These quarterly stipends help cover school essentials such as uniforms, books, and other learning materials, making education accessible for families struggling financially.

Districts in Cluster 7 (Payments from 26 August)

• Jhang

• Jampur

• Sahiwal

• Sindh Muhammad Khan

• Sindh Ubaro

• Hyderabad

• Khairpur

• Chakwal

• Rahim Yar Khan

• Malakand

Districts in Cluster 14 (Payments from 26 August)

• Gilgit

• Sukkur

• Khuzdar

• Dera Ismail Khan

• Kohat

• Muzaffargarh

• Poonch

• Sudhnuti

• Bagh

• Kharan

• Kotli

• Ghanche

• Diamer

These areas span Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu & Kashmir, showing the program’s nationwide outreach.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Taleemi Wazaif:

• Your family must be registered under the Benazir Kafalat Program.

• Children must be aged 4–22 years and enrolled in a school or college.

• Minimum 70% school attendance is required.

Quarterly Stipend Amounts

• Primary School: Boys – Rs. 1,500 | Girls – Rs. 2,000
• Middle School: Boys – Rs. 2,500 | Girls – Rs. 3,000
• Secondary School: Boys – Rs. 3,500 | Girls – Rs. 4,000

How to Prepare for Payment Collection

1. Verify School Enrollment – Ensure your child’s attendance is recorded.

2. Complete Biometric Verification – Payment will be blocked without it.

3. Keep Documents Ready – CNIC, child’s B-form, and enrollment slip.

4. Check SMS from 8171 – Only trust official payment alerts.

Also Read: BISP 8171 August 2025 Payments – Eligibility, CNIC Check & Double Installment Guide

Key Takeaway

If you are in Cluster 7 or 14, your payments will be available from 26 August 2025. Make sure your records are updated, biometric verification is done, and you respond only to official messages from 8171.

This initiative is a vital step towards ensuring every child in Pakistan has access to education, regardless of their family’s income.