Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir)

Description
Launched on 15th August 1995, the "Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme" is a welfare scheme by the Social Welfare Department, Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The scheme provides ₹1,000/- per month to widows aged 40 and above from Below Poverty Line BPL families. The pension is funded 70% by the Centre and 30% by the Union Territory.

Benefits
• The widow will receive a monthly pension of ₹1,000/-.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Jammu and Kashmir.
2. The applicant should be a widow.
3. The widow's age should be 40 years or older.
4. The widow should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
5. The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any other social security scheme.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant should visit the Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO) in the concerned area. during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.
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Step 1: The applicant should visit the Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO) in the concerned area. during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.

Step 2: Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form. Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all necessary documents (self-attested, if required).
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Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form. Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all necessary documents (self-attested, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO).
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO).

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (i…
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Post Application Processes

Step 5: Step 1: The TSWO verifies the submitted forms and forwards them to the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) for review.
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Step 1: The TSWO verifies the submitted forms and forwards them to the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) for review.

Step 6: Step 2: The District Level Committee reviews the application and sanctions the pension.
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NOTE 1: Upon submission of the completed application form and the necessary documents, make sure to take a photocopy of the filled application form and the acknowledgement receipt for your future reference.
NOTE 2: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size Photograph
• Identity Proof (e.g., Voter ID Card, Driving License)
• Proof of Age
• Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card / Ration Card
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Address Proof
• Death Certificate of the husband
• Bank passbook / Bank account details
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main benefit of the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme?
A: It provides a monthly pension of [?]1000 to widows aged 40 years and above from BPL families.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A: Widows who are residents of Jammu and Kashmir and belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families.

Q: What is the age criterion for the scheme?
A: The applicant must be 40 years or older.

Q: How is the pension disbursed once approved?
A: The pension is disbursed either through a bank transfer or by money order.

Q: What is NSAP?
A: NSAP (National Social Assistance Programme) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at providing social assistance to the vulnerable sections of society.

Q: When was NSAP launched?
A: NSAP was launched on 15th August 1995 to support economically disadvantaged individuals.

Q: How is the widow pension scheme funded?
A: The scheme is funded 70% by the Central Government and 30% by the State Government.

Q: What amount is provided as a pension under this scheme?
A: A monthly pension of [?]1000 is provided to eligible widows.

Q: Is the scheme only for rural areas?
A: No, the scheme is implemented in both rural and urban areas.

Q: What is the role of the District Level Committee?
A: The District Level Committee, headed by the District Development Commissioner, reviews and sanctions the applications