BISP Official Number 8171
The Benazir Income Support Program is Pakistan’s largest social safety net initiative. It is designed to support low-income families through financial assistance and educational scholarships. To ensure transparency and protect beneficiaries, BISP sends messages using only one BISP Official Number 8171.
Unfortunately, many scammers are sending fake messages and making false claims using different numbers, pretending to represent BISP. This article will help you understand how to stay safe and recognize official communication from BISP.
Official BISP Contact Number: 8171
If you are registered with the Benazir Income Support Program, it’s important to remember one key detail:
All official messages from BISP are sent only from 8171.
This number is used by BISP to:
- Confirm your eligibility status
- Notify you about registration or dynamic surveys
- Inform you about scholarship payments or cash disbursements
Any message claiming to be from BISP but sent from a number other than 8171 is fake and should not trusted.
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بینظیر انکم سپورٹ پروگرام کی جانب سے میسیج صرف 8171 سے بھیجا جاتا ہے۔بی آئی ایس پی کے نام پر کسی بھی دوسرے نمبر سے بھیجے گئے رقوم یا وظائف کے پیغامات جعلی ہوتے ہیں جس کا بی آئی ایس پی سے کوئی تعلق نہیں۔
Common Fraud Schemes Using Fake Numbers
In recent months, many people have reported receiving messages from unknown numbers claiming:
- You have received a cash payment from BISP
- You are eligible for a Benazir Scholarship
- You need to share your personal or bank details
- You must call or respond to a private number for verification
These are all fraud attempts. BISP does not ask for your personal details through WhatsApp, unknown SMS numbers, or phone calls.
How to Identify Fake Messages
Here are some tips to help you spot a fake message:
Red Flags in Fake Messages:
- The message is sent from a random mobile number, not 8171
- It asks you to call or send money to someone
- It contains poor grammar or spelling mistakes
- It tries to scare or pressure you into taking immediate action
- It asks for your CNIC, mobile number, or bank details
Signs of a Genuine BISP Message:
- It comes only from 8171
- It is clear, official, and informative
- It does not ask for personal or financial information
- It never asks you to call back or reply with sensitive data
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What to Do If You Receive a Fake Message
If you get a suspicious message claiming to be from BISP, take the following steps:
- Do NOT reply or share your personal information
- Do NOT click any links or call the number in the message
- Report the number to the PTA or your mobile network
- Visit your nearest BISP office or call a verified helpline to confirm your status
Protecting your data is important. Never trust any source other than 8171 for BISP-related updates.
BISP’s Role in Public Awareness
The Benazir Income Support Program has taken several steps to raise awareness among beneficiaries:
- Public service announcements on TV and radio
- Social media campaigns warning about fraud
- Staff at Tehsil offices are educating people during visits
- Clear messaging that BISP communicates only through 8171
Still, public awareness is the best defense. Share this information with your family, neighbors, and community members, especially those who may be more vulnerable to scams.
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