Destitute Widow Pension Scheme - Uttarakhand
in Uttarakhand
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Destitute Widow Pension Scheme - Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand
Destitute Widow Pension Scheme - Uttarakhand is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Destitute Widow Pension Scheme - Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
Under this scheme, a monthly pension of ₹1,500/- is provided to widows whose family income does not exceed ₹4,000/- per month or who belong to the BPL category, and who are not receiving any other pension benefits.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
The applicant must be a widow.
The widow must be at least 18 years of age.
The widow’s family monthly income should not exceed ₹4,000/-, or she must possess a valid BPL (Below Poverty Line) certificate.
The widow must not be receiving any other pension benefits.
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Benefits
A pension of ₹1,500/- per month is provided to eligible beneficiaries.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Applicant’s mobile number |
| 2 | Passport-size photograph (certified by Gram Pradhan / V.P.D.O. / Councillor) |
| 3 | Aadhaar card |
| 4 | Voter ID card |
| 5 | CBS bank account linked/seeded with Aadhaar card |
| 6 | Valid family income certificate or BPL certificate |
| 7 | Husband's Death Certificate |
| 8 | Copy of family register (only for rural areas) |
| 9 | Copy of the resolution passed in the open meeting of the Gram Panchayat (for rural areas) or by the Councillor (for urban areas) |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Destitute Widow Pension Scheme - Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Destitute Widow Pension Scheme - Uttarakhand. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Destitute Widow Pension Scheme - Uttarakhand in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
A widow aged 18 years or above, with a family monthly income up to ₹4,000 or possessing a BPL (Below Poverty Line) certificate, and not receiving any other pension, is eligible. <br>