8123 Punjab Ehsaas Program Check Online 2024 – Complete Guide
Ehsaas Punjab Program Online Registration 2022 https://pep.pspa.gop.pk/
Author: M. Imran Nadeem
Published: October 6, 2023 | Updated: September 6, 2025
Introduction
The 8123 Punjab Ehsaas Program is a provincial initiative launched under the Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA) to support underprivileged communities. It provides financial assistance between Rs. 2,000 and Rs. 5,000 depending on eligibility and program type.
This article explains how to check your eligibility online, register for the program, and access benefits under multiple Ehsaas initiatives such as Humqadam, Masawaat, Ba-Himmat Buzurg, Zewar-e-Taleem, Nayi Zindagi, Sila-e-Fun, and Sarparast programs.
You’ll also find helpline numbers, eligibility criteria, and step-by-step guidance to ensure you don’t miss out on the benefits.
How to Check Eligibility – 8123 Punjab Ehsaas Program Online
You can check your eligibility by visiting the official Punjab Ehsaas Program Portal:
https://pspa.punjab.gov.pk/
Steps to Check:
- Enter your CNIC number.
- Fill in the captcha code.
- Click the Search/Check button.
- The system will display your eligibility status.
If your name is not in the database, you may need to visit a nearby PSPA office to register.
Key Initiatives Under the 8123 Ehsaas Punjab Program
1. Humqadam Program
- A monthly Rs. 2,000 stipend for disabled individuals (PWD).
- Eligibility: PMT score ≤ 30 in the National Socio-Economic Register (NSER).
- Payment through branchless banking providers.
- Goal: Improve social inclusion and financial independence of PWDs.
2. Masawaat Program
- Financial support for senior transgender people and disabled transgender individuals.
- Benefits:
- Rs. 3,000/month for senior transgender persons.
- Rs. 2,000/month for disabled transgender individuals.
- Additional facilities: interest-free loans up to Rs. 100,000, free health checkups, and job opportunities in partnership with the private sector.
3. Ba-Himmat Buzurg Program
- Provides Rs. 2,000/month for elderly women aged 65+ (from non-BISP families).
- If the eligible woman passes away, male family members aged 65+ can receive the stipend.
- Over 82,000 elderly people already benefit from this program.
4. Zewar-e-Taleem Program
- Monthly stipend of Rs. 1,000 for female students in 16 low-literacy districts of Punjab.
- Conditions: Minimum 80% school attendance verified quarterly.
- Eligible districts include Bahawalpur, Bhakkar, DG Khan, Muzaffargarh, Rahim Yar Khan, Vehari, and more.
- Goal: Improve school enrollment, retention, and nutrition among girls.
5. Nayi Zindagi Program
- Special program for acid attack victims.
- Provides reconstructive surgeries, psychological counseling, skill development, and interest-free loans.
- Objective: Restore dignity, improve mental health, and enable victims to lead independent lives.
6. Sila-e-Fun Program
- Social pension for senior artists, writers, poets, and media professionals.
- Rs. 5,000 per month for artists over 50 years old with 25+ years of experience and income under Rs. 15,000.
- More than 2,000 artists are already beneficiaries.
7. Sarparast Program
- Aimed at widows and orphans in Punjab.
- Provides monthly financial support to help vulnerable families improve their livelihood.
- Falls under the Safety Net component of the Ehsaas strategy.
Helpline Numbers – Punjab Ehsaas Program
For assistance, contact the official helplines:
042-9923236
0330-9232360
You can also visit the nearest PSPA office for registration or complaint resolution.
Federal vs. Punjab Ehsaas Program
It’s important to note that while the federal Ehsaas Program was later merged back into BISP (Benazir Income Support Program), the Punjab Ehsaas Program continues independently under PSPA.
Thus, Punjab residents can still apply for 8123 initiatives while also benefiting from federal-level schemes like BISP 8171.
Conclusion
The 8123 Punjab Ehsaas Program Check Online 2024 is a lifeline for many vulnerable groups in Punjab, including disabled individuals, transgender persons, elderly citizens, female students, widows, orphans, artists, and acid attack victims.
By visiting the official PSPA website, you can quickly check your eligibility and register to receive financial and social assistance.
This program is not just about financial aid—it’s about social inclusion, dignity, and empowerment for the people of Punjab.
About the Author
M. Imran Nadeem is a social policy researcher and contributor at Today Update PK. He writes extensively on poverty alleviation, government welfare programs, and economic reforms in Pakistan. With years of experience in analyzing public welfare schemes, his expertise helps readers understand complex programs in simple terms.
Contact: info@todayupdate.pk
M. Imran Nadeem has been reporting on Pakistan’s welfare and development programs for over a decade. He regularly researches BISP and Ehsaas initiatives to provide the public with accurate and verified information.
