Ehsaas Program 8171 – Eligibility, Payment & Tracking Info | 2025 Complete Guide
Get the latest updates for the Ehsaas Program 8171 in 2025. Learn how to check eligibility, payment status, and track your money through SMS and the online web portal. Full guide with step-by-step details and FAQs.
📌 Introduction
The Ehsaas Program 8171 is a financial support scheme by the Government of Pakistan to help poor and deserving families. It aims to reduce poverty and support women, widows, disabled persons, and low-income families with monthly financial aid.
In 2025, the program continues with updated payment amounts and improved services for eligibility checks and biometric verification.
✅ Who Is Eligible for Ehsaas Program 8171 in 2025?
To qualify for this program, the following conditions must be met:
- Must be a low-income household earning less than Rs. 25,000/month
- CNIC (Computerized National Identity Card) must be valid and active
- Applicant should be a woman, widow, disabled person, or belong to a vulnerable group
- Must have completed the NSER Survey (National Socio-Economic Registry)
- PMT Score should be below the official cut-off (usually under 32)
- No government job, passport, or car registered under your name
💸 Latest Payment Update – 2025
In 2025, the Ehsaas Program has increased the monthly assistance amount:
- New Payment: Rs. 13,500 per family (increased from Rs. 12,000)
- Payment Cycle: Every 3 months (quarterly)
- June 2025 Payment: Ongoing distribution started before Eid-ul-Adha
- Eligible Families: Will receive SMS confirmation or can check via web portal
Payment is issued through biometric verification at:
- Designated Ehsaas payment centers
- Selected bank ATMs and retail shops
- HBL Konnect, Alfalah branches, or BISP Campsites
📲 How to Check Ehsaas Program Eligibility
Method 1: By SMS (8171)
- Open your mobile phone message app
- Type your 13-digit CNIC number (without spaces)
- Send it to 8171
- Wait for the reply with your eligibility and payment status
Note: Use your own registered SIM number linked to your CNIC.
Method 2: Through the Web Portal
- Open the official 8171 web portal (accessible on any browser)
- Enter your CNIC number
- Enter the captcha code shown on screen
- Click on “Submit” or “Check Eligibility”
- Your result will appear with payment details and registration status
If you get an error or are marked ineligible, visit your nearest Ehsaas Center to update your data.
🔄 How to Track Your Ehsaas Payment
You can track your payment using any of the two methods:
- SMS to 8171: Send CNIC and receive your current payment status
- Online Tracking: Use the web portal to view payment history, date of last payment, and next due date
Common tracking responses:
- “Eligible – Payment Issued”
- “Eligible – Payment Pending”
- “Survey Required”
- “Not Eligible – PMT Score Too High”
⚠️ Common Issues and Solutions
Problem | Reason | Solution |
---|---|---|
No reply from 8171 | Wrong CNIC or unregistered SIM | Check CNIC format or use linked mobile number |
“Not Eligible” message | High PMT score or missing survey | Visit nearest Ehsaas Center for re-survey |
Fingerprint not matching | Biometric failure | Re-verify at NADRA or Ehsaas Center |
“Under Review” message | Survey or data being checked | Wait for confirmation, recheck after few days |
🗓️ June 2025 Latest News & Survey Alert
- Resurvey Notice: All families must complete the NSER re-survey before June 30, 2025
- Blocked Payments: If you have not completed the survey, your payment may be stopped
- SMS Alerts: New eligible families are receiving SMS from 8171 with payment details
- Biometric Update: Visit your nearest One Window Ehsaas Center for fingerprint issues
📝 Step-by-Step Process to Receive Payment
🔹 SMS Method:
- Type CNIC → Send to 8171 → Receive reply
- If eligible, wait for payment message
- Go to payment center with CNIC
- Verify biometric and collect cash
🔹 Web Portal Method:
- Visit portal → Enter CNIC + Captcha
- Click check → View status
- Visit nearest center or ATM for cash withdrawal
Keep your CNIC and thumbprint ready to avoid delay.
🤔 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I check someone else’s CNIC on 8171?
Yes, if you have their permission and correct CNIC.
Q2: What if I don’t get a reply from 8171?
Try again or check using a SIM registered with the CNIC. Visit your local center if issue remains.
Q3: How often is payment given?
Every 3 months, but exact months may vary depending on funds.
Q4: What documents are needed at the center?
Only original CNIC and fingerprint verification are required.
Q5: What is PMT Score?
It is a poverty score calculated during the NSER survey to determine eligibility.
🟩 Final Words
The Ehsaas Program 8171 continues to provide crucial financial support to Pakistan’s most deserving citizens in 2025. By following the steps above, you can easily check your eligibility, register if needed, and collect your Rs. 13,500 quarterly payment.
Important Tips:
- Keep your CNIC updated
- Always use official SMS number 8171
- Complete your re-survey before the deadline
- Avoid paying agents or using unofficial apps/websites
📢 Stay updated and share this information with others so every needy family can benefit from this life-changing program.