Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh
in Chhattisgarh
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Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh in Chhattisgarh
Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Chhattisgarh.
Apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh in Chhattisgarh
Scheme Overview
Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹500/- is provided to widows aged 40 to 79 years who are living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) to support them in living a respectful life. This scheme is centrally sponsored.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a native of Chhattisgarh.
The applicant should be a widow.
The widow’s age should be between 40 and 79 years.
The widow's name should be included in the list of families living Below Poverty Line.
The widow should not be receiving pension benefits from any other Central or State Government pension scheme.
Benefits
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a monthly pension of ₹500/-, (Central contribution- ₹300/-, State Contribution- ₹200/-).
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar card of the applicant |
| 2 | Passport-size photograph |
| 3 | Identity proof |
| 4 | Domicile certificate of Chhattisgarh (Issued by a Gazetted Officer, Sarpanch or Councillor) |
| 5 | Death certificate of husband |
| 6 | Proof of age (Doctor's certificate, Birth Certificate, Certificate issued by an Administrator, Sarpanch, or Mayor, school certificate, etc.) |
| 7 | Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/related documents |
| 8 | Address proof |
| 9 | Bank Passbook/Post Office Account Passbook |
| 10 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Chhattisgarh
Who can apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh in Chhattisgarh?
Eligible residents of Chhattisgarh who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh in Chhattisgarh?
Applicants in Chhattisgarh typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eligible beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of [?]500/-.