Bal Ashrams
in Jammu and Kashmir
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Bal Ashrams in Jammu and Kashmir
Bal Ashrams is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir.
Apply for Bal Ashrams in Jammu and Kashmir
Scheme Overview
The "Bal Ashrams" have been established by the Social Welfare Dept, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir, to create a society free from child labor, where all children receive free, compulsory, quality, and meaningful education. Orphans and destitute children are provided free schooling, boarding and lodging.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a citizen of India.
The applicant should be a social worker or the guardian of the eligible child.
The child should be an orphan or a destitute.
The child should be a domicile / permanent resident of the state of Jammu & Kashmir.
The child should not already be availing of the benefits of the scheme.
Benefits
Free schooling, boarding and lodging, free bedding and clothing, recreational material, and medicines.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir. |
| 2 | 3 Passport-Sized Photograph (Signed Across). |
| 3 | Aadhaar Card. |
| 4 | Affidavit of Guardianship (in the case the child has a guardian) |
| 5 | Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc) of Self or of the Guardian. |
| 6 | Death Certificate of the Mother and Father (in case the child is an orphan) |
| 7 | Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office. |
How to Apply in Jammu and Kashmir
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Offline Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Offline Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Offline Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Step 2: The superintendent shall admit/discharge any inmate with the approval of the District Social Welfare Officer concerned and the Deputy Director of Administration, Directorate of Social Welfare Jammu.
Offline The District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) can be contacted regarding the application status of the scheme.
Common questions in Jammu and Kashmir
Who can apply for Bal Ashrams in Jammu and Kashmir?
Eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Bal Ashrams. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Bal Ashrams in Jammu and Kashmir?
Applicants in Jammu and Kashmir typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Contact Details (Name and Mobile Number) of the DSWOs / Superintendents of the Bal Ashram can be found at - https://jkdswdj.jk.gov.in/whowho/tsoOffice.pdf