Benazir Taleemi Wazaif (بینظیر تعلیمی وظائف) is BISP's education stipend programme. It pays a cash stipend every quarter for each child of a Benazir Kafaalat family who is enrolled in school and attends regularly. Girls receive more than boys at every level, and girls who complete primary school receive a one-time bonus. BISP reports that more than 12 million children have been enrolled since the programme began.
Taleemi Wazaif at a glance
| Type of support | Conditional cash transfer for education |
| Who it is for | Children of active Benazir Kafaalat beneficiaries |
| Amount | Rs 1,500 to Rs 4,000 per child per quarter, by level and gender |
| Girls' bonus | One-time Rs 3,000 on completing primary school |
| Main condition | At least 70% attendance each quarter |
| How to enrol | Mother takes her CNIC, the child's B-Form and an admission slip to an enrolment camp or BISP office |
| Payment | With the household's BISP payment, into the beneficiary's digital wallet |
Why the programme exists
Millions of children in Pakistan are out of school, and children from the poorest families are the most likely to leave early, often to work or, for girls, because the family cannot afford both school and household needs. Taleemi Wazaif makes school pay: the family receives money only while the child is enrolled and attending. The higher rate for girls, and the bonus for completing primary school, target the point where many girls drop out.
Taleemi Wazaif amount per quarter
| 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' graduation bonus: a one-time Rs 3,000 when a girl completes primary education.
These are the rates on BISP's Taleemi Wazaif page (checked November 2026). You may see higher figures in news reports and videos. We follow BISP's published table and will update this page, the Taleemi Wazaif calculator and the BISP payment calculator as soon as BISP changes it.
Yearly examples:
| Children in school | Per quarter | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| 1 girl in primary | Rs 2,000 | Rs 8,000 |
| 1 boy in primary + 1 girl in secondary | Rs 4,500 | Rs 18,000 |
| 2 girls in secondary + 1 boy in higher secondary | Rs 9,500 | Rs 38,000 |
Who is eligible
- The household is an active Benazir Kafaalat beneficiary. If you are not sure, run the 8171 check by CNIC. If you are not in Kafaalat, see the Kafaalat programme and the NSER survey.
- The child is admitted to a school or college in any district.
- The child is within the age limit 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 has a NADRA B-Form (CRC). NADRA verification of the B-Form is mandatory.
The attendance condition
- The first quarter's stipend is paid after enrolment.
- From the second quarter, the child must attend at least 70% of the effective school days in the quarter.
- Attendance is reported through the school and checked by BISP every quarter.
- A quarter below 70% is not paid, and children who repeatedly miss the condition can be removed from the programme.
Illness and family emergencies happen. If your child will miss school for a long period, talk to the school and keep any medical papers.
How to enrol your child, step by step
- Get the child admitted to a school or college.
- Get an admission slip from the school, showing the child's class and the school's name, verified by the teacher or head.
- Visit an enrolment camp or BISP office. The mother (the Kafaalat beneficiary) brings her CNIC, the child's B-Form and the admission slip. Find the nearest office in our BISP office directory.
- BISP registers the child and NADRA verifies the B-Form.
- Watch for payments with your BISP payment in the digital wallet.
Step-by-step tips, including what to do when a child moves up a level, are in our Taleemi Wazaif guide.
When a child moves up a level or changes school
When a child moves from primary to secondary, or from secondary to higher secondary, the stipend rises to the next rate. Take the new admission slip to the BISP office so the record is updated. If the child changes school, update the school details as well, so attendance is reported from the right place.
Common problems
| Problem | Likely reason | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Stipend missing for one quarter | Attendance below 70% | Check attendance with the school |
| Higher amount not paid after promotion | Level not updated | Take the new admission slip to the BISP office |
| Child not accepted for enrolment | B-Form missing or not verified | Fix the B-Form at NADRA first |
| No stipend at all | Household not active in Kafaalat | Check status on 8171 |
Enrolment is free. Nobody, including school staff, may charge you for the admission slip or for registering your child. Report it on 0800-26477.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Benazir Taleemi Wazaif per quarter?
By BISP's published rates: Rs 1,500 (boys) and Rs 2,000 (girls) at primary, Rs 2,500 and Rs 3,000 at secondary, and Rs 3,500 and Rs 4,000 at higher secondary.
Who can get Benazir Taleemi Wazaif?
Children of active Benazir Kafaalat beneficiaries who are admitted to school, within the age limit for their level and have a NADRA B-Form.
Do girls get more money in Taleemi Wazaif?
Yes. Girls receive Rs 500 more per quarter at every level, and a one-time Rs 3,000 bonus on completing primary school.
Is there an online registration for Taleemi Wazaif?
No. The mother enrols the child in person at an enrolment camp or BISP office with her CNIC, the child's B-Form and an admission slip.
How many children in one family can get Taleemi Wazaif?
The stipend is paid per enrolled child, so every eligible child in school can be enrolled.
What happens if attendance is below 70%?
That quarter's stipend 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
Last updated 10 Nov 2026
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