Get Your BISP Wallet Sim in December and Instalment Start in the First Quarter 2026
BISP Wallet Sim in December has now launched to modernize the payment system for beneficiaries and provide faster and more secure financial support. The new system is designed for eligible families to receive a dedicated SIM that connects directly to their digital wallet. It is aimed at shortening long queues, removing middlemen, and increasing payment transparency. The SIMs distribution will begin in December and will come in the first quarter of 2026. The program will likely help millions of families in the country ease payment.
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SIM Distribution Timeline
The delivery of BISP Wallet SIMs in December is scheduled to begin in areas that have been verified. The beneficiary will be informed by official BISP messages and local support centres on collection dates. It will roll out in a process over several phases to ensure smooth handling and avoid crowding.
The survey and verification are completed on time for those who complete their surveys and verify their eligibility. The whole distribution process will be completed before the instalments begin in the first quarter of 2026.
BISP Wallet SIM 2026 Key Info
| Feature | Details |
| Wallet SIM Activation | Visit the BISP Tehsil office, complete biometric verification, receive a SIM, insert it into your mobile, officer activates your wallet account |
| Eligibility Check | Use the 8171 web portal, enter CNIC, complete the captcha, submit, and view the eligibility status |
| Quarterly Payment | Rs. 13,500 credited directly to wallet or bank account |
| Mobile Wallet Options | JazzCash, EasyPaisa, or linked bank accounts |
| Withdrawal | Authorized retailers or ATMs using CNIC and SIM, verify with PIN/fingerprint |
| Payment Confirmation | SMS from 8171 with amount, date, method, transaction number |
| Tehsil Office Timings | 9 am to 4 pm, closed on Saturday & Sunday |
Eligibility Criteria for Wallet SIM
1. Active BISP Beneficiaries
A current student must be currently part of the BISP Kafaalat program. For the beneficiary status to be active, not blocked or reviewed, there should not be an absence of beneficiary status.
2. Valid CNIC
CNIC should be original, valid, and updated in NADRA records. No expired or unreported CNICs will be accepted.
3. Completed Dynamic Survey
Beneficiaries must have completed the latest BISP dynamic survey. The records must show no objections or verification.
4. Phone Number Ownership
The beneficiary must name the mobile phone. Sims related to another person’s CNIC may become eligible.
5. Income & Household Criteria
At least, they must meet BISP’s poverty scale. No assets or income change beyond program limits.
Read More: BISP 8171 December 2025: Eligibility Criteria & Rs. 13,500 Payment Details
Requirements for Receiving the SIM
1. Original CNIC
Beneficiaries must bring their valid CNIC as proof of verification. CNIC should match the information stored in BISP records.
2. Registered Mobile Number
The phone number must be in the beneficiary’s own name. Numbers that are registered under the CNIC of another person will not be accepted.
3. Biometric Verification
Fingerprint verification is required at BISP centres or other partner service points. Verification must match NADRA records for SIM issuance.
4. Completed BISP Dynamic Survey
In the latest survey, beneficiaries must have updated household information. Periodic or incomplete surveys can delay the crediting of SIM.
5. Updated Personal Information
Beneficiaries should ensure their identities have been updated. Phone number and family are also required. Any data mismatch must be corrected before receiving the SIM.
6. Visit to Assigned Distribution Point
The beneficiary needs to visit their BISP or authorized telecom centre. Not all SIMs will be issued without in-person attendance.
Who Will Receive the SIM
1. Verified BISP Beneficiaries
BISP Kafaalat program beneficiaries are active and eligible beneficiaries. They are not currently able to post objections or verification.
2. Beneficiaries With Valid CNIC
Those who have a valid CNIC registered in both the NADRA and BISP systems. CNIC information is matched to BISP registration.
3. Completed Dynamic Survey Participants
Beneficiaries who successfully completed the latest BISP dynamic survey. Their household data must be eligible for BISP eligibility.
4. Individuals With Clean Data Records
Beneficiaries who have no mismatches, errors or duplicate entries. Their phone number, address and family information are also verified and updated.
5. Approved for Wallet System Transition
The beneficiaries who had chosen to switch to the digital wallet payment system. They will become part of the first phase of SIM distribution beginning in December.
Who Will NOT Receive the SIM
1. Beneficiaries With Blocked or Under-Review Status
Individuals whose BISP accounts are temporarily blocked, investigated or waiting for verification. BISP payment or eligibility verification will prevent the delivery of the SIM.
2. Those Who Did Not Complete the Dynamic Survey
Those beneficiaries who failed to update their information in the latest dynamic survey. The results cannot be accepted because they are incomplete or missing information.
3. Individuals With Invalid or Expired CNIC
Any person who has an expired, unverified or blocked CNIC will not receive the SIM. CNIC must match NADRA and BISP records.
4. Phone Numbers Registered Under Another Person’s Name
Beneficiaries using a cell phone number on whose own CNIC someone else has registered. SIMs can only be issued when the phone number is registered to the beneficiary.
5. Duplicate or Mismatched Data Cases
Conflicting data, including different addresses, family details, or duplicate entries. These cases need to be corrected before the SIM is issued.
6. Individuals Found Ineligible Due to Income/Asset Criteria
Families whose poverty score is higher than the BISP limits after re-assessment. Beneficiaries with large assets, business income, or financial improvements.
Activation & Usage Process of Wallet SIM
Step 1: Receive Your BISP Wallet SIM
BISP headquarters or an affiliated telecom representative, where you pick up your SIM from the location of your BISP center. If you bring your original CNIC to the paperwork, bring it with you.
Step 2: Biometric SIM Activation
This will not be used when the SIM has been successfully validated by biometric verification. Fingerprints must match NADRA records.
Step 3: Insert the SIM into Your Mobile Phone
Place the SIM into your phone and begin activation. A confirmation SMS from BISP or the telecom operator may be sent to you.
Step 4: Create or Log Into Your Digital Wallet
As instructed on screen or in SMS, log in to your wallet. Secure your PIN for transferring your funds and withdrawing transactions.
Step 5: Access Key Wallet Features
Check balance, see transaction history, and be alerted when payments are made. The wallet helps you track all instalments after transfer.
Step 6: Withdraw Cash
The next payment occurs when instalments begin, and we will withdraw money from them.
- ATMs
- partner banks or associate bankers.
- Official cash-out points.
Step 7: Customer Support
For questions about the activation or usage, contact BISP support centers or call the phone number listed below. Beneficiaries can easily solve SIM, wallet or verification problems.
Read More: BISP December Digital Wallet Payments 2025: Complete Guide
Instalment Disbursement
1. Start Date
The payment begins in the first quarter of 2026. BISP Wallet SIM recipients will pay directly to the BISP Wallet SIM.
2. Direct Transfer to Wallet
Wallets automatically deposit money into the digital wallet. It eliminates the need for physical cash collection or middlemen.
3. Withdrawal Options
- ATMs linked to the wallet
- Authorized banking agents
- Partner mobile service centers
4. Notifications & Alerts
SMS or app alerts inform beneficiaries about a payment. Transparency and real-time updates.
5. Regular Payment Schedule
These payments will continue as agreed by BISP’s payment schedule. Beneficiaries need to know how to stay active for payment because their SIM and wallet are required to be active.
6. Support for Issues
Any missed payments or delays can be resolved through BISP help centers or customer support. As a side effect, beneficiaries are required to re-enter their contact information in order to avoid disruptions.
Conclusion
The BISP Wallet SIM initiative is an important step towards modernizing financial support for beneficiaries. SIM distribution will begin in December, and eligible families will get their bills beginning in the first quarter of 2026. BISP seeks to ensure faster, safer, and fairer transactions by linking payments to the digital wallet. Beneficiaries must complete all eligibility requirements, update their information and collect their SIMs within one week to be eligible for the program. This initiative will improve convenience and financial inclusion for millions of families in Pakistan.
FAQs
What is the BISP Wallet SIM?
BISP Wallet SIM is a special SIM card issued to eligible BISP recipients connected directly to the digital wallet on which cash bills are issued and paid securely.
When will the SIMs be distributed?
SIM distribution will start in December and will be completed through the completion of eligibility verification and survey submission.
What are the requirements to receive the SIM?
- Valid original CNIC
- Your phone number
- Biometric verification
- Completed dynamic survey.
- Visit the BISP or telecom center