The website ehsaaslabour.nadra.gov.pk no longer works. It was launched in May 2020 as an emergency portal for workers who lost jobs during the COVID-19 lockdown . That portal is now dead . If you are looking for help as a labourer today, the programme has changed. The current support system for low-income workers is run through the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), and the only working official check is 8171.bisp.gov.pk . This guide explains the current eligibility rules, how to check your status, and the practical steps to register if you are a daily wage earner.
What Happened to the Ehsaas Labour Portal?
The old Ehsaas Labour portal was created for a specific crisis. In May 2020, Prime Minister Imran Khan launched it to provide emergency cash of Rs 12,000 to people who lost their livelihoods due to the coronavirus lockdown . The portal was administered by the Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety Division, and NADRA handled the technical side .
That was a temporary programme for a specific period. The portal was not designed to be a permanent registration system for labourers. As of September 2026, the domain ehsaaslabour.nadra.gov.pk is dead, along with other old Ehsaas links .
The Current System: BISP and 8171
The government’s social welfare programme has been reorganised. The Ehsaas name is no longer used on official websites. The programme is now the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) .
The only official portal for checking your eligibility is 8171.bisp.gov.pk. The SMS code is still 8171. You send your CNIC number to 8171 and receive a reply about your status .
Important: NADRA offices cannot register you for this programme. NADRA only verifies your CNIC record. The actual registration for financial assistance happens at a BISP Tehsil Office through the NSER (National Socio-Economic Registry) dynamic survey .
Who Is Eligible for Support?
The eligibility rules are based on the NSER survey and a poverty score called the PMT (Proxy Means Test). The key threshold is a PMT score of 32 or below .
People who are generally excluded include:
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Government employees
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People with a monthly income of around Rs 75,000 or more
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People who own a car
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Passport holders who have travelled abroad
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People already receiving other government assistance
The programme is designed for daily wage workers, labourers, low-income households, and informal sector workers .
How to Check Your Eligibility
You can check your status from your phone. There is no fee.
Method 1: SMS to 8171
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Open your SMS app.
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Type your 13-digit CNIC number without dashes.
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Send it to 8171.
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You will receive a reply telling you if you are eligible or not .
Method 2: Online Portal
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Go to 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
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Enter your CNIC number.
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Complete the captcha.
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The screen will show your status .
How to Register If You Are Not in the System
If the 8171 check says you are not eligible, or your CNIC is not found, you may need to complete the NSER survey. This cannot be done online.
Step 1: Visit a BISP Tehsil Office. Take your original CNIC and your family’s B-Forms if you have children .
Step 2: Complete the Dynamic Survey. A representative will ask about your household income, assets, and living conditions. This information is used to calculate your PMT score .
Step 3: Wait for Verification. After the survey, your data is verified. If your PMT score is 32 or below, you may be added to the programme.
Step 4: Check Again. After a few weeks, send your CNIC to 8171 again to see if your status has changed.
Common Rejection Reasons
Your PMT score is too high. If the survey calculates a score above 32, you are not eligible .
Your CNIC data is outdated. If your marital status, family size, or address is wrong in NADRA, it affects your BISP record. Fix your NADRA record first.
You are already receiving other government aid. The system checks for duplicate benefits .
You have a car or a passport. These are considered indicators of wealth and disqualify you .
Scam Warning
The registration and the 8171 check are free. Do not pay any agent or website.
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The only official portal is 8171.bisp.gov.pk.
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NADRA does not register people for BISP. Anyone claiming to do so for a fee is a scammer .
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Do not share your OTP or PIN with anyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ehsaas Labour NADRA portal still working?
No. The portal at ehsaaslabour.nadra.gov.pk is dead. It was a temporary COVID-19 relief portal from 2020. The current programme is BISP, and the check is at 8171.bisp.gov.pk .
How do I check my Ehsaas Labour eligibility now?
Send your 13-digit CNIC number (no dashes) to 8171 by SMS. You will get a reply with your status. You can also check online at 8171.bisp.gov.pk .
Can I register at a NADRA office for Ehsaas?
No. NADRA only verifies CNIC records. Registration for financial assistance happens at a BISP Tehsil Office through the NSER dynamic survey .
What documents do I need for the BISP survey?
You need your original CNIC. If you have children, bring their B-Forms. Proof of income or work is helpful but the survey relies mainly on your declared household information .
