How Widows Can Update NADRA and BISP Record After Husband’s Death

After the death of a husband, it is very important for widows in Pakistan to update their records with NADRA and BISP. This update is necessary to continue receiving or to start receiving financial support under the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP), especially the Benazir Kafaalat Program.

When a husband passes away, the family structure changes. NADRA and BISP records must show that the woman is now a widow and head of household. If this update is not done, BISP payments may stop or the widow may be marked ineligible. Updating records on time helps widows receive regular payments without problems.

Step	Details
Main Departments	NADRA & BISP
Program	Benazir Kafaalat
Required Update	Widow Status
Key Document	Husband’s Death Certificate
Survey Type	NSER Dynamic Survey
Verification	Biometric Required
Payment Amount	Around Rs. 13,500
Status Check	SMS 8171 / Web Portal

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Why Widow Status Update Is Important for BISP Payments

Updating widow status is important because BISP support is based on household data. If records are not updated, the system may still show the deceased husband as head of household.

This update is necessary because:

It changes marital status from married to widow
It updates the female head of household
It improves chances of eligibility under Benazir Kafaalat
It prevents payment blockage or suspension
It ensures correct poverty score calculation

Widows who complete this process are given priority in social protection programs.

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Step-by-Step Process to Update Widow Status for BISP

Widows must follow a proper process to update their status in both NADRA and BISP systems.

The steps include:

Obtain the death certificate of the husband
Update widow status on CNIC through NADRA
Visit the nearest BISP Tehsil Office
Request an NSER Dynamic Survey update
Submit required documents for verification

This process ensures that the widow’s information is officially recorded and accepted.

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Required Documents for Widow BISP Update

Widows must carry original documents when visiting NADRA and BISP offices. Incomplete documents can delay the process.

Required documents include:

Original widow’s CNIC
Official death certificate of husband
B-Form of children (if applicable)
Active mobile number registered in widow’s name
Any previous BISP registration slip, if available

Biometric verification is mandatory to confirm identity and prevent fraud.

Eligibility Criteria for Widows in BISP 2025–2026

After updating records, widows are checked under BISP eligibility criteria for the 2025–2026 cycle.

Widows are usually eligible if:

Their household PMT score is between 32 and 34
They are the female head of household
There is no government employee in the family
They do not own large property or businesses
Their data is verified through biometrics

Eligible widows receive financial assistance, usually Rs. 13,500 per payment cycle, through banks or BISP camps.

How to Check BISP Status After Widow Record Update

After completing the update, widows should check their eligibility status to confirm approval.

You can check your status by:

Sending your CNIC number to 8171 via SMS
Visiting the 8171 web portal online
Asking at the BISP Tehsil Office
Checking payment messages on your registered mobile number

Official BISP portal link:
👉 https://www.bisp.gov.pk

If payments are blocked due to old records, updating information immediately can restore payments.

Conclusion

Updating widow status with NADRA and BISP after a husband’s death is essential for continued financial support under the Benazir Kafaalat Program. By obtaining a death certificate, updating CNIC records, completing the NSER dynamic survey, and verifying biometrics, widows can ensure their eligibility and avoid payment issues. Timely updates help widows receive regular BISP payments and access other support schemes smoothly.