BISP Nashonuma Program: Eligibility, Enrollment, and Cash Assistance
The BISP Nashonuma Program is designed to support the health and well-being of pregnant and lactating women (PLW) and children aged 6 to 23 months. This initiative provides essential nutrition and financial aid to ensure proper maternal and child healthcare across Pakistan.
Who Can Benefit?
The program is available for:
- Pregnant and lactating women (PLW)
- Children who are between 6 to 23 months of age etc
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Nashonuma Program, individuals must meet the following conditions:
Be an active BISP recipient receiving support under the Kafaalat Program.
Reside in any district of Pakistan.
Belong to one of the following categories:
- Pregnant woman
- Lactating mother
- Child who are aged 6 to 23 months etc
How to Enroll?
Eligible individuals must visit the nearest Nashonuma Facilitation Center (FC) for registration.
Step 1: CNIC Verification
The NSER database is used to check CNIC details through the Nashonuma Android Application to confirm eligibility.
Step 2: Medical Verification
A doctor will verify eligibility based on the following:
Pregnant Women
- Pregnancy confirmation report
- EPI card showing TT vaccination (administered in the second trimester)
Lactating Mothers
- B-form of newborn/infant
- EPI card for vaccination proof
Children (6 to 23 months)
- B-form of child
- EPI card for vaccination proof
If a beneficiary does not meet the medical criteria, they will be marked ineligible at the registration counter.
Compliance Requirements for Cash Transfers
Financial assistance is linked to healthcare and nutrition compliance to ensure proper care for mothers and children.
At least 90% of the provided Specialized Nutrition Foods (SNF) must be consumed.
Pregnant and lactating women must attend antenatal (ANC) and postnatal (PNC) checkups.
Children must follow the routine immunization schedule.
Since BISP releases funds quarterly, compliance monitoring is conducted before payments are issued.
Specialized Nutrition Food (SNF) Distribution
- Pregnant & Lactating Women (PLW) → 75g Maamta sachet (one per day)
- Children (6 to 23 months) → 50g Wawamum sachet (one per day)
Cash Assistance Details
Once compliance is verified, financial aid is released every quarter as follows:
PKR 2,000 for pregnant/lactating women and male children enrolled in the Nashonuma Program.
PKR 2,500 for female children under the program.
Twins and triplets will receive the same amount per child.
Payments are only processed after verifying 90% SNF consumption and adherence to healthcare guidelines, including ANC, PNC, and immunization.
Conclusion
The BISP Nashonuma Program is a crucial initiative to improve maternal and child health in Pakistan. Eligible families are encouraged to register, follow healthcare guidelines, and receive financial support to ensure better nutrition and medical care for mothers and children.
