How can I register my CNIC in the EHSAAS program?

Many citizens in Pakistan are qualified enough to be supported by the Ehsaas Program, yet they never receive any support because they fail to register their CNIC correctly.

Sometimes, it is due to a lack of knowledge on where to begin. Other times, it is simply because they are acting upon outdated information or because they are relying on another person to do it on their behalf.

The fact is, registration is not as hard as many people think. You don’t need a reference, a middleman, or any fee. Only your CNIC, and few minutes of your time.

This is your step-by-step guide on how you can register your CNIC in the Ehsaas Program of 2025. Be it SMS, online portal, or in one of our nearby centers, we will talk about it all so you do not feel left out.

Role of NADRA in Ehsaas Program Registration

When you go to apply your CNIC record would be first verified by the system via NADRA. It confirms your identity, family data and eligibility on the basis of household data. In case you have an expired CNIC, an unverified CNIC or some other family information is not up to date-then your application may delay or be rejected.

There is also a direct connection of NADRA to the NSER system. Here, your poverty score is determined based on your information such as income, dependents, education and place, etc.

In case any detail mentioned in your NADRA record is invalid or not there, Ehsaas system cannot process your application-regardless of how needy you are.

In short, NADRA makes sure:

• You are who you say you are
• You are not already getting other government aid
• Your household qualifies based on verified facts

Who Qualifies to Register in 2025?

If you fit any of the categories below, you are eligible to register for the Ehsaas Program this year:

• You should be a Pakistani and should also possess an active CNIC.
• The family income is supposed to be low, about below 40,000 to 50,000 of basis PKR per month.
• The score based on poverty PMT values recorded during NSER survey is supposed to be met by your family.
• You are not getting government allowances like, a salary, a pension or a regular allowance.
• Household information should be full and current, particularly their family members, income and living conditions.
• CNIC and biometric should be acceptable to NADRA, and the papers should not be expired lest you would be eliminated.
• The greatest priorities in receiving assistance are the women-headed families, the women who are widowed or divorced; the elderly citizens over age of 60, the individuals with any disabilities and students in low-income families.

How to Register Your CNIC in Ehsaas 2025

You can now register your CNIC directly through the official Ehsaas online portal, no need to visit a center or send an SMS. It’s quick, secure, and free.

• Open your browser and visit 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
• Select Ehsaas Program Registration.
• Enter your 13-digit CNIC number, don’t include dashes or spaces.
• Complete the captcha.
• Click Submit to check your current status
• Fill out the online application form.
• Review all entries before final submission, accuracy matters.
• Submit the form, then wait for an SMS confirmation that your registration is being processed.

Do’s and Don’ts When Registering for Ehsaas