Benazir Hunarmand Program(BHP)
Benazir Hunarmand Program (BHP). Benazir Hunarmand Program (BHP) is a national skill training and employment program launched under the Benazir Income Support Program (BISP). It aims to make BISP eligible families, especially youth and women, economically self-sufficient. The program was formally announced, and the online project portal was inaugurated by President Asif Ali Zardari on June 21, 2025, on the birth anniversary of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto.Benazir Hunarmand Program(BHP)
Goals and Benefits
- To provide free market-relevant skills and training to BISP beneficiary youth
- To provide a monthly stipend during training so that there is no financial burden
- Strong certification: Based on NAVTTC and TEVTA standards, and in some cases, internationally recognized certificates
- Employment or business guidance and interest-free microloans for those who complete the training
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What skills are taught in BHP (BISP)?
- Technical & Vocational Trades
Electrician, Plumbing, Carpentry, Welding
Mobile Phone or Solar Panel Repair, Motor Mechanic
- Digital & IT Skills
Basic Computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Web Design, Graphic Design, Digital Marketing, Freelancing (Fiverr/Upwork)
Basic Coding & Programming
- Craft & Vocational
Sewing, Embroidery, Fashion Design
Beauty Parlor Courses, Make-up Artistry
Cooking, Hotel Management & Baking
- Healthcare Skills
Nursing Assistant, Basic Medical Aid, Elderly Care
- Languages & Soft Skills
German, Arabic, and Chinese Language Training (For Overseas Employment)
Communication, Customer Service, Sales, Business Ethics
- Agricultural Skills
Lion, Poultry, Bee-keeping, etc.
- Financial and Digital Literacy
Banking, Mobile Wallets, Online Payments, Budgeting, and Financial Planning
Registration and How to Apply
Eligibility Criteria
- Only one person per family (age 18 to 40 years) from the families registered in BISP’s dynamic registry can apply
- Minimum Educational Qualification: Matriculation (10th grade) or its equivalent
Online and Offline Registration
- Online:
- Visit BISP’s official Hunarmand Portal
- Enter your CNIC to verify your eligibility in BISP
- Fill the form and select your preferred course
- Upload the required documents
- Apply and get confirmation via SMS/e-mail
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- Offline:
- Go to your nearest BISP Tehsil Office or designated training center with your original CNIC and active mobile number
- The Tehsil staff will guide you in registering and selecting the course
Selection Process and Verification
- After registration, BISP verifies the applications
- Only eligible and deserving candidates are admitted to the course
- Only one person from a family is admitted to the program
Training Duration and Stipend
- Duration of Courses: Typically 3 to 6 months
- Monthly stipend: Depending on the nature of the course, around Rs. 9,000 to 12,000 or up to Rs. 15,000 in some advanced courses
- Most courses are also provided with toolkits or machinery (e.g., a sewing machine)
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Government partners and implementation
- Training institutions under the MoU with NAVTTC and TEVTA run the program
- Partnership with international organizations such as GIZ, WFP, WHO, and the Gates Foundation
- Private sector, women’s chambers, and industries are collaborating to design market-relevant training and provide employment opportunities
Future Direction
This program goes beyond BISP’s traditional cash transfer to create a complete economic empowerment model. Youth and women are enabled to earn a sustainable income by providing employment or business guidance after training. More than four lakh people have benefited from the program as of June 2025
Summary
- Eligibility: BISP-registered family, age 18–40, Matric / CNIC
- Skill Type:s Technical, Digital, Handicraft, Health, Languages, Agriculture
- Training Duration: 3–6 months, with stipend
- Registration Online Portal or Tehsil Office
- Verification and Entry. After verification by BISP, one person per family
- Certification NAVTTC/TEVTA or international standards
- Benefits: Employment, Loans, Toolkits, Financial Literacy
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Conclusion
Benazir Hunarmand Program paves the way for youth, especially women, to become self-reliant and financially independent. If you are from a BISP-eligible family, don’t waste time: register on the portal using your CNIC or contact the nearest Tehsil Office. This opportunity could be life-changing.