Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Bihar
in Bihar
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Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Bihar in Bihar
Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Bihar is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Bihar.
Apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Bihar in Bihar
Scheme Overview
Under this scheme, a monthly pension of ₹400/- is provided to widows in the age group of 40 to 79 years who belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families to support them financially. This scheme is centrally sponsored.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
The applicant should be a widow.
The widow's age should be between 40 and 79 years.
The widow should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
The widow should not be receiving pension benefits under any social security scheme.
Benefits
Under this scheme, eligible widows will receive a monthly pension of ₹400/-.
**Note:** The pension amount is being paid to the beneficiaries under the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) process. In this process, the pension amount is paid directly into the accounts of the beneficiaries through PFMS from the state level on the basis of the account number provided by the beneficiaries.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar card of the applicant |
| 2 | Passport-size photograph |
| 3 | Identity proof i.e. Voter ID Card, Driving License |
| 4 | Death certificate of husband |
| 5 | Residence Proof |
| 6 | Proof of age |
| 7 | Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/related documents |
| 8 | Caste certificate, if applicable |
| 9 | Address proof |
| 10 | Bank Passbook/Bank account details |
| 11 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Bihar
Who can apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Bihar in Bihar?
Eligible residents of Bihar who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Bihar. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Bihar in Bihar?
Applicants in Bihar 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 objective of the scheme is to provide social security to widows from poor families by offering them financial assistance in the form of a monthly pension.