Benazir Hunarmand Programme: Eligibility & Registration

The Benazir Hunarmand Programme (BHP) is a Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) initiative that gives members of BISP households free technical and vocational training with a monthly stipend. It moves beneficiary families from cash assistance toward skills that can bring a steady income, at home or abroad.

This guide covers who can join, which skills are taught, how to register, and what the latest figures say about progress.

Benazir Hunarmand Programme at a Glance

Run by	Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)
Inaugurated	June 2025 by the President of Pakistan; BISP launch announcement reported 7 January 2026
Benefit	Free training plus a monthly stipend during training (amount not published in the reports)
First phase	28 districts of Sindh, with the Sindh government
Age	18 to 40 years
Education	Matric (10th grade) minimum
Household rule	One person per household
Registry	BISP Dynamic Registry
Portal	hunarmand.bisp.gov.pk

Skills and Trades Covered

Formal training covers healthcare, information technology, hospitality, construction, beauty services, and garments and textiles. Informal training is offered to artisans in remote areas to preserve traditional crafts, and artisans also receive digital marketing skills to help them reach buyers. Our programme list also notes recognised certification from NAVTTC/HEC; the news reports we read did not confirm the certificate details, so ask the training institute what you will receive.

Progress So Far

More than 49,000 candidates had registered on the BHP portal for six-month training programmes.
About 75% of applicants were women (our programme list records a 50% women quota).
More than 5,000 BISP beneficiaries and family members were in training in Sindh as of 24 September 2026.
The BISP Board gave in-principle approval in December 2025 and the Technical Design Committee approved the programme design in August 2026.
Partners include NAVTTC, the Benazir Bhutto Shaheed Human Resource Research and Development Board, PPAF, the Punjab Skills Development Fund and Lok Virsa.

Who Can Apply? Eligibility

Your household must be registered in the BISP Dynamic Registry.
Only BISP beneficiaries or their family members can apply.
Age between 18 and 40.
At least Matric.
Only one person per household.
Final selection happens after your application is verified.

How to Register

Go to hunarmand.bisp.gov.pk and register online, or visit your nearest BISP Tehsil Office for help.
Keep your original CNIC and an active mobile number with you.
Wait for verification. BISP officials contact selected candidates by phone.
If you receive a call or message from 8171, go to your nearest BISP office to complete enrolment and get admission to a designated training institute.

Not sure whether your household is in the registry? Read our guide on how to check BISP status through 8171.

Is It Only for Sindh?

The first phase covers 28 districts of Sindh. The reports do not mention other provinces or later phases, so applicants outside Sindh should watch BISP announcements.

What the Reports Do Not Say

The exact stipend amount.
The list of training institutes by district.
Course start dates for new registrants.

Call BISP or visit a Tehsil Office for these details instead of relying on rumours.

Beware of Fake Agents and Scam Sites

Government welfare schemes attract scammers. No genuine programme asks you to pay a “registration fee” to an agent, share your card PIN, or send your CNIC and OTP codes to a WhatsApp number. Enter your CNIC only on websites ending in .gov.pk or use the official SMS and helpline numbers mentioned in this guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Benazir Hunarmand Programme free?

Yes. Training is free and selected participants receive a monthly stipend.

How much is the stipend?

The reports do not state the amount.

Who can apply?

Members of BISP-registered households aged 18 to 40 with at least Matric. One person per household.

How do I register?

Online at hunarmand.bisp.gov.pk or at a BISP Tehsil Office with your original CNIC and mobile number.

How will I know I am selected?

You will get a call and a message from 8171.

Is it available outside Sindh?

The first phase is in 28 Sindh districts. Check BISP for later phases.

How long is the training?

Six-month training programmes were reported for registered candidates.

Sources

Last checked: 11 October 2026. Gov-programs.info is an independent information site and is not affiliated with any government body. Figures are as reported by the cited outlets; always confirm on the official portal before applying or sharing documents.