Quick answer: Benazir Taleemi Wazaif pays a quarterly stipend for each school-going child of an active Benazir Kafaalat family. BISP's published rates are Rs 1,500 (boys) / Rs 2,000 (girls) at primary level, Rs 2,500 / Rs 3,000 at secondary and Rs 3,500 / Rs 4,000 at higher secondary, plus a one-time Rs 3,000 bonus for girls who complete primary school. The child must attend at least 70% of school days each quarter.
Taleemi Wazaif (sometimes written Taleemi Wazaif program or BISP education stipend) is a conditional cash transfer: the money depends on the child being enrolled and attending school. It is one of the best ways for a Kafaalat family to increase its support, yet many eligible children are never enrolled because parents do not know the steps.
Taleemi Wazaif amount per quarter (official BISP rates)
| Level | Classes | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary | 1 to 5 | Rs 1,500 | Rs 2,000 |
| Secondary | 6 to 10 | Rs 2,500 | Rs 3,000 |
| Higher secondary | 11 to 12 | Rs 3,500 | Rs 4,000 |
Girls receive Rs 500 more than boys at every level, and a one-time graduation bonus of Rs 3,000 when they complete primary education. These are the rates shown on BISP's Taleemi Wazaif page (checked November 2026).
You may see higher figures on news and YouTube channels, such as Rs 2,500 to Rs 5,000. BISP's own page still lists the rates above. If BISP announces new rates, we will update this guide and the Taleemi Wazaif calculator.
Example: a family with one girl in Class 3 and one boy in Class 7 receives Rs 2,000 + Rs 2,500 = Rs 4,500 per quarter, or Rs 18,000 a year, on top of Kafaalat. Try your own family in the calculator.
Who is eligible
- The child's mother (or the household) must be an active Benazir Kafaalat beneficiary. Check on 8171 first.
- The child must be enrolled in a school or college, government or private, in any district.
- The child must be within the age range for the level:
| Level | Age at enrolment |
|---|---|
| Primary | 4 to 12 years |
| Secondary | 8 to 18 years |
| Higher secondary | 13 to 22 years |
- The child needs a NADRA B-Form (CRC), and NADRA verification is mandatory.
The 70% attendance condition
The first quarter's stipend is paid after enrolment. From the second quarter onwards, the child must attend at least 70% of the effective school days in each quarter. Attendance is reported through the school. If a child misses the threshold, that quarter's stipend is not paid, and children who keep missing it can be removed from the programme.
How to enrol your child in Taleemi Wazaif
- Get your child admitted to a school or college.
- Ask the school for an admission slip showing the child's class and the school's name, verified by the teacher or head.
- The mother takes her CNIC, the child's B-Form, and the admission slip to a Taleemi Wazaif enrolment camp or BISP field (tehsil) office.
- BISP staff register the child, and NADRA verifies the B-Form.
- The stipend is paid with the household's BISP payment, into the same digital wallet as Kafaalat.
Enrolment is free. Teachers, agents or "consultants" are not allowed to charge for the admission slip or for registering your child.
When your child moves up a level
When a child passes from primary to secondary, or from secondary to higher secondary, the stipend rises to the next rate. Make sure the school's records and the class on your enrolment are updated. If the higher amount does not appear, ask at the BISP office with the new admission slip.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Benazir Taleemi Wazaif per quarter?
BISP's published rates are Rs 1,500 for boys and Rs 2,000 for girls at primary, Rs 2,500 and Rs 3,000 at secondary, and Rs 3,500 and Rs 4,000 at higher secondary.
Is there a bonus for girls in Taleemi Wazaif?
Yes. Girls get a one-time graduation bonus of Rs 3,000 when they complete primary education.
Who can apply for Taleemi Wazaif?
Children of active Benazir Kafaalat beneficiaries who are enrolled in school and fall within the age range for their level.
Do private school students get Taleemi Wazaif?
BISP's rule is that the child must be admitted to a school or college. Ask your BISP office to confirm that your child's school is accepted.
What happens if my child's attendance is below 70%?
The stipend for that quarter is not paid. Continued low attendance can lead to the child being removed from the programme.
Sources
- BISP Benazir Taleemi Wazaif programme page: bisp.gov.pk
- Taleemi Wazaif registration process (BISP PDF): bisp.gov.pk
Haqdaar is independent and not part of BISP. Rules and amounts change, so confirm with the official helpline 0800-26477 or 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
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