The Benazir Taleemi Wazaif (BTW) programme by BISP provides a great opportunity for underprivileged families to receive financial assistance for their children’s education. However, many applications get rejected or do not receive payments due to simple yet avoidable errors committed while enrolling.
This article highlights the most common mistakes people make when registering for BTW, so you can be careful not to repeat them. Avoiding these errors and submitting an accurate application will boost your chances of qualification and ensure your child benefits from the stipend.
Comprehensive guide for a smooth application For Benazir Taleemi Wazaif
Mistake #1: Inaccurate Personal Information
Providing incorrect personal details during registration is one of the leading causes for BTW applications being rejected. Ensure you double check that you have entered the information accurately:
CNIC Details
- Enter your correct 13-digit CNIC number. Do not guess numbers or provide an old CNIC.
- Match your full name on the form to exactly what is written on your CNIC.
- Enter the issue date and expiry date accurately per your CNIC.
- List the correct address as per your CNIC record.
Family Details
- Provide accurate names for your enrolled child, spouse and parents as appearing on the Child Registration Certificate (CRC) and other IDs.
- Make sure you specify relationships correctly like son, daughter, husband etc.
- Check multiple times to avoid spelling errors in English or Urdu for names.
Minor inaccuracies can cause major issues during verification, so double check basic personal information!
Mistake #2: Insufficient Documentation
Not providing the complete set of documents during BTW registration is another oversight that hampers approval. Ensure you carry all three documents when applying:
1. CNIC Copy
Must be a clear photocopy of your valid CNIC as the eligible BISP woman beneficiary.
2. Child CRC
Submit your child’s official Child Registration Certificate issued by NADRA.
3. School Admission Slip
Provide your child’s admission slip containing student name, school details, class/grade details, stamped and signed by the relevant school authority.
If any of the above documents are missing or incomplete, your application risks getting rejected after initial processing.
Mistake #3: School Capacity Issues
Sometimes beneficiaries enroll their children in schools that have no seats available under the BTW quota or which are not covered in the stipulated nearby area as per programme rules.
This leads to cancellation of application if the provided school has:
- No slots remaining for that class/grade based on assigned BTW seats.
- Physical location is not within the permissible limits of beneficiary’s residential address.
Before applying, proactively ask your school administration about BTW availability and seat quotas. Provide all requisite area and address proofs as required.
Mistake #4: Bank Account Errors
Wrong details while submitting your bank information can prevent timely disbursal of BTW payments even after successful enrollment:
Account Number Issues
Double check bank account number provided is accurate and belongs to the BISP eligible woman meeting programme criteria.
Account Ownership Mismatch
Account holder name in bank records must exactly match applicant’s CNIC name (spelling, sequence etc).
Incorrect Branch Details
List the precise branch name and IFSC code where your account is maintained for error-free routing of stipend funds.
Mistake #5: Improper Follow-Up
Beneficiaries often do not diligently follow-up on their application status after submitting enrollment documents. This leads to long delays or getting left out of BTW qualification cycle.
Track Application Status
- Visit your nearest BISP tehsil office weekly to check application status.
- Call the BTW helpline for regular updates if tehsil access difficult.
- Get a reference number and regularly follow-up.
Complete Additional Requirements Promptly
- If contacted by BISP representatives for missing documents or corrections, ensure you respond at the earliest.
- Submit additional verification items like address proofs within 2 weeks.
- If records amended after submission, intimate authorities to avoid cancellation.
Staying on top of your application progress is crucial for approval. Do not just submit and forget!
The Final Checklist
Before submitting your BTW application, go through this checklist to ensure you have avoided common errors:
| – Accurate personal details as per official IDs | ☑️ |
| – High quality scanned copies of CNIC, child CRC, admission slip | ☑️ |
| – School has BTW quota and vacancy for your child | ☑️ |
| – Bank account details double checked | ☑️ |
| – Application receipt retained for follow-up | ☑️ |
We hope this article has armed you with sufficient information to avoid common mistakes applicants make. Do not let minor errors obstruct your child’s access to the BTW programme funds. Follow the guidance shared here and enroll today!
Nauman is an education policy analyst associated with BISP as senior program consultant for the Benazir Taleemi Wazaif conditional cash transfer initiative. He heads portfolio management for the program including planning, budgeting and performance monitoring. Nauman has over 10 years experience in the social impact space. He completed his MPhil in Economics from Government College University Lahore, focusing his research on financial inclusion for literacy and skills development.