BISP PMT Score Limit Raised for Beneficiaries – Check Status
The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) has introduced an important change to help more families in need. Before, families could only qualify for BISP support if their PMT (poverty) score was 32 or below. But now, BISP has decided to give some relief to widowed women and families with disabled members by increasing the score limit. This means more deserving people can continue receiving financial help even if their poverty score went slightly up.
With this new update, widowed women can now qualify for BISP even if their PMT score is up to 35. Similarly, disabled women or mothers of disabled children can receive support with a score of up to 37. This step has been taken to ensure that the most vulnerable families — those who truly depend on this support — do not lose their benefits just because their score changed a little after a survey.
What is a PMT Score?
PMT score means Proxy Means Test score. It tells how poor a family is. A lower score indicates a greater need. BISP uses this score to determine who receives funding in upcoming phases.
Before:
- The PMT score limit was 32 for everyone.
- Now, Special families (widows and disabled families) can get support with scores up to 37.
Check PMT Score at BISP Tehsil Office
If you are checking your PMT score to check your current status, then visit the BISP tehsil office to check your payment details and PMT score. Here are the steps.
- Go to your nearest BISP Tehsil Office
- Bring your original CNIC
- Get a token or wait in the queue
- Tell staff you want to check your PMT score
- Staff will check your BISP status on the computer
- They will tell you your PMT score and eligibility
- Follow their instructions for next steps (payment, update, or re-survey)
Who Can Get Help Now?
You can still get BISP support if:
- Your PMT score is between 32 and 37, AND
- You are a widow with a death certificate from NADRA, OR
- You have a disabled child with a disability certificate from NADRA
If you meet these conditions, your money will not stop, even if your PMT score increased after a recent survey.
Who Can’t Get Help?
If you don’t have:
- A valid death certificate (for widows), or
- A disability certificate (for disabled children or women),
- Then this new rule won’t apply to you.
Important Dates to Remember
If you did a re-survey before June 30, and your PMT score went above 32, but you are a widow or have a disabled child, you will still get support up to a score of 37.
Why This Matters
This new rule helps women and families who are struggling the most. It means:
- Widows don’t lose their only source of income.
- Families with disabled kids continue to get help.
- More care and support for the people who need it most.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a PMT score in BISP?
The PMT (Proxy Means Test) score is used to measure how poor a family is. It helps BISP decide who can get financial help. A lower score means higher chances of getting support.
What is the new PMT score limit in BISP?
The previous PMT score limit was 32. Now, it has increased to:
- PMT 35 for widows
- PMT 37 for disabled women or families with disabled children
How can I check my PMT score from a Tehsil office?
You can visit your nearest BISP Tehsil Office with your original CNIC and other documents (if needed) and ask the staff to check your PMT score and BISP status.
Will BISP stop my payment if my PMT score is now above 32?
No. If you’re a widow or have a disabled child, and your PMT score is below 37, you can still get support — as long as your documents are verified.
Final Words
If your PMT score is now between 32 and 37, and you’re a widow or have a disabled child, you can still get support from BISP.
Make sure your documents (death or disability certificates) are updated with NADRA.
