The Aghosh Program, a flagship initiative of the Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA), is dedicated to improving the health and nutritional status of pregnant and lactating women, along with their young children. For July 2025, the program continues its vital support, and beneficiaries can now easily check their payments and eligibility through the dedicated online portal: payment.pspa.gop.pk.
If you are a mother-to-be or a new mother in Punjab, the Aghosh Program offers crucial financial assistance to ensure better health outcomes. This guide will provide you with all the latest information for July 2025, detailing how to verify your eligibility and track your payments using the official portal, making it easier than ever to access this essential support.
Understanding the Aghosh Program
The Aghosh Program is designed as a conditional cash transfer initiative focused on the first 1,000 days of life, from conception until a child’s second birthday. Its primary objectives include:
- Improving Maternal Health: Encouraging pregnant women to attend antenatal check-ups and deliver in health facilities.
- Enhancing Child Nutrition: Promoting proper child growth monitoring, vaccinations, and exclusive breastfeeding.
- Financial Support: Providing cash stipends to eligible mothers to cover nutritional needs and transportation to health facilities.
The program works in close coordination with health departments to ensure beneficiaries meet health conditionalities.
Eligibility Criteria for Aghosh Program (July 2025)
To qualify for the Aghosh Program in July 2025, beneficiaries generally need to meet the following criteria:
- Resident of Punjab: The woman must be a permanent resident of Punjab with a valid CNIC.
- Pregnant or Lactating: Must be a pregnant woman or a lactating mother with a child up to 23 months old.
- Poverty Score: Belong to a low-income household, typically identified through a similar socio-economic registry or poverty score as BISP. In many cases, BISP Kafalat beneficiaries are prioritized or directly enrolled if they meet the specific health conditionalities.
- Health Conditionalities: Must comply with specific health conditionalities, such as:
- Attending regular antenatal check-ups.
- Ensuring institutional deliveries (birth at a hospital/health facility).
- Completing full immunization for the child.
- Attending post-natal check-ups and child growth monitoring sessions.
The Aghosh Program is often seen as a complementary program to BISP’s Nashonuma initiative, which also focuses on maternal and child health. For details on Nashonuma, see: Benazir Nashonuma Program 2025: Monthly Rs. 3000 Support for Pregnant Women and Young Children.
How to Check Payments & Eligibility at payment.pspa.gop.pk
The official portal for checking your Aghosh Program status and payments for July 2025 is maintained by the Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA).
Follow these steps:
- Access the Official Portal: Open your web browser and go to payment.pspa.gop.pk. It’s crucial to use this exact official link.
- Enter Your CNIC: You will likely find a field to enter your 13-digit Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) number. Enter it accurately, without dashes or spaces.
- Complete Security Check: There might be a captcha or simple security question to verify you are not a robot.
- Click “Submit” / “Check Status”: Click the button to view your status.
- View Your Status and Payment Details: The portal will display your eligibility status for the Aghosh Program and details about your July 2025 payment, including any disbursed amounts and conditionalities met.
Payment Disbursement for Aghosh Program (July 2025)
Payments under the Aghosh Program are typically disbursed based on the fulfillment of health conditionalities. The funds are often provided as a monthly or quarterly stipend.
- Direct Bank Transfers/Easy Cash: Payments are usually transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account or through designated payment points (e.g., specific bank branches or retailers that facilitate cash withdrawals).
- Verification: Just like BISP payments, you will likely need your original CNIC and biometric verification for withdrawal. Ensure your CNIC is valid. For general biometric withdrawal information, see: BISP Biometric Retail Withdraw July 2025.
- No Deductions: All Aghosh Program payments are free of charge. Report any agent or individual who attempts to deduct money.
Registration Process for Aghosh Program
New registrations for the Aghosh Program are typically facilitated through designated health facilities (like Rural Health Centers, Basic Health Units) where pregnant and lactating women receive their health services. Community health workers (LHWs) also play a crucial role in identifying eligible women and guiding them through the registration process.
FAQ Section
How much is the monthly payment for the Aghosh Program in July 2025?
The exact monthly or quarterly stipend amount for Aghosh in July 2025 would be specified by PSPA announcements. It’s often designed to complement other social safety nets.
Can I apply for the Aghosh Program online?
As of July 2025, primary registration for the Aghosh Program is usually through designated health facilities, not via a direct online application portal. The payment.pspa.gop.pk portal is for checking status, not for application.
What documents do I need to register for the Aghosh Program?
You will typically need your original CNIC, proof of pregnancy/child’s birth certificate, and potentially your BISP Kafalat registration details if you are already a beneficiary.
What if my payment status shows issues on the portal?
If your status shows issues, you should visit the health facility where you registered for the Aghosh Program or contact the Punjab Social Protection Authority helpline for assistance.
Conclusion
The Aghosh Program in July 2025 continues to be a vital source of support for pregnant and lactating women and their young children in Punjab. By regularly checking your payments and eligibility on payment.pspa.gop.pk and fulfilling the health conditionalities, you can ensure your family benefits from this crucial initiative, contributing to a healthier future for mothers and children.
Official Resources
- Punjab Social Protection Authority (PSPA) Portal: pspa.gop.pk
- Aghosh Program Payment Check Portal: payment.pspa.gop.pk
- Punjab Government Official Portal: punjab.gov.pk