The government of Pakistan has initiated the Nigehbaan Card program, aimed at providing financial assistance to deserving families across the country. The Nigehbaan Card, also known as the Custodian Card, will be given to the same families and households that were included in the Nigehban Rashan program by the government of Pakistan. Additionally, families who have completed their new economic survey can also be included in this program.
Eligibility Criteria for Nigehban Card
To be eligible for the Maryam Nawaz Sharif Nigehbaan Card program, you must meet the following criteria:
- Inclusion in Nigehban Rashan Program: Families and households previously included in the Nigehban Rashan program are eligible.
- Completion of New Economic Survey: Families must have completed the new economic survey.
- Enrollment in the Kafaalat Program: Enrollment in the Kafaalat program is not necessary; however, families included in this program are eligible.
Further Program Details
- Duration: The Nigehbaan Card program will run for five years.
- Financial Assistance: Eligible families will receive installments of Rs. 12,000 three times a year, with installments distributed every four months.
- Total Assistance: The government will provide a total of two lakh rupees as financial assistance to support these poor families over the next five years.
- Payment Method: The financial assistance will be disbursed through the M-Card, and recipients can withdraw the money from their ATMs.
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How to Qualify for a 12000 Nigehban Card?
To qualify for the Nigehbaan Card program, you need to:
- Meet BISP Program Eligibility: You must be eligible for the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP).
- Participate in Support Programs: Participation in other support programs like Benazir Taleemi Wazaif will increase your chances of eligibility.
- Dynamic Survey: Ensure your dynamic survey is up to date.
- Children’s Education and Health: Your children must be attending school and receiving polio vaccinations.
- Land Ownership Records: Ensure your land ownership records are computerized and digitized.
Tips to get Eligibility
To improve your chances of qualifying for the Nigehbaan Card program, follow these tips:
- Reduce Mobile Balance Usage: Spend less on mobile balance and SIM usage.
- Limit Cash Transactions: Try to make fewer cash transactions.
- Increase Bank Transactions: Increase transactions through bank accounts rather than mobile wallets.
By following these guidelines and meeting the eligibility criteria, you can avail yourself of the benefits of the Nigehbaan Card program.
Who is eligible for the Nigehbaan Card program?
Families previously included in the Nigehban Rashan program and those who have completed the new economic survey are eligible.
How much financial assistance will eligible families receive?
Eligible families will receive Rs. 12,000 three times a year, totaling two lakh rupees over five years.
How can I improve my eligibility for the Nigehbaan program?
To improve eligibility, ensure your dynamic survey is up to date, your children are attending school and receiving polio vaccinations, and your land ownership records are computerized.
Conclusion
The Nigehbaan Card program is designed to provide financial assistance to deserving families across Pakistan. By meeting the eligibility criteria and following the tips provided, you can ensure your participation in this beneficial program and avail yourself of its financial support. For further information, visit the official website of Baitul-Mal Pakistan.