Sisbén IV will continue to establish itself in 2026 as the main tool for identifying and socio-economic classification of the population in Colombia and for allocating subsidies and benefits to the most vulnerable sectors.
The data provided by the system is critical in determining the scope of county, municipal and state programs aimed at those in need of increased government support. particularly to members of Group B, who are classified as households in economic distress.
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According to the National Planning Department (DNP) Group B consists of people and families living in moderate poverty and different from Group A – where extreme poverty is concentrated – and groups C and D, which bring together households with more favorable economic conditions. This classification is also divided into different subgroups, which makes it possible to precisely specify the services and supports that each household needs depending on its particular situation.
In 2026 Households registered as Group B in Sisbén IV have access to a number of priority social programs. Among them, “Columbia Mayor”, “Young Income”, “Guaranteed Minimum Income” (GMI) and “Father Tax Refund” stand out, essential mechanisms to protect and improve the living conditions of the vulnerable population.
in the program Colombia’s mayor, the basic requirement is that the person does not have sufficient income or income to support himself economically.. According to the Sisbén IV classification, people of all levels in groups A and B as well as subgroup C1 are eligible to participate.
In the case of Young income, the criterion requires registration in the Sisbén or in an equivalent targeting tool, Proof of membership in a group in a situation of extreme poverty, destitution or economic vulnerability.
The guaranteed minimum income provides for the priority admission of people in groups A, B and C1 to C9 of the Sisbén, provided they choose to transfer money. Aside from that, As part of the IMG, older people who were previously supported through special support programs are integratedwhile those in Group B who have already benefited from this scheme will now receive economic support.
The restructuring also provides that households with people with disabilities, older adults or young people included in social and productive inclusion pathways will receive new transfers replacing the current cash assistance. On the other hand, those Group B households that do not have members under these conditions automatically leave the IMG.
Access to housing subsidies will continue to be one of the most important social supports, with options such as the Social Rental program, run by companies such as Compensar, which enables temporary housing solutions for those who cannot afford to pay rent in the formal market.
Also, The New Housing Families Subsidy provided by the Ministry of Housing is available to those living between A1 and D20 in Sisbén. and meet requirements, e.g. B. that you are not an owner and have not received any previous housing grants, except in the case of modernization or rental, and that you have an approved mortgage loan.
Group B also has priority for access to health and education programs. State bodies allocate preferential places for higher education by providing their own resources – as the Atenea agency does in Bogotá – or, through the Ministry of Education, allowing zero enrollment for students in groups A, B and C of Sisbén IV.
This policy is particularly aimed at students in strata 1, 2 and 3 and thoseeven if they do not belong to these classes, meet certain targeted requirements through the free “I can study” initiative.
As far as mobility is concerned, District administrations such as the Secretariat for Social Integration and TransMilenio in Bogotá distribute free tickets to give priority to people over 62 and people with disabilities and those classified as living in moderate or extreme poverty according to the Sisbén IV survey.
The beneficiaries of the Group B with disabilities will receive eleven monthly tickets in 2026, and older people in this age group will receive six tickets. To access it, citizens must check their status in the online modules and enter their identification number and that of the TuLlave card.
In addition to this In Montería, the mayor’s office has established a differential fare for group B users, who have access to a 70% discount on public transport. In addition, students from public institutions in the city receive free transportation, reducing barriers to accessing education.
In order for a household to confirm its membership in Group B of Sisbén IV, you can consult the official Sisbén website. The family holder’s identification number is sufficient to identify the assigned category and access rights to the various active social programs. It is important that families keep their information updated in the system and report any fluctuations in income or household composition to ensure the validity of benefits.
The authorities reiterate that Sisbén IV does not provide direct subsidies, but rather is a population organization tool. The responsibility for selecting beneficiaries and allocating support lies with the district, departmental and national authorities, which also determine the rules for permanency in the above-mentioned social programs.
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