Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir)
in Jammu and Kashmir
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Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir) in Jammu and Kashmir
Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Scheme Overview
Launched on 15th August 1995, the scheme "National Social Assistance Programme" is a welfare scheme by the Social Welfare Department, Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. It provides monthly financial aid of ₹1,000/- to widows aged 40 years and above who belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) households.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Jammu and Kashmir.
The applicant should be a widow.
The widow's age should be 40 years or older.
The widow should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any other social security scheme.
Benefits
The widow will receive a monthly pension of ₹1,000/-.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar Card |
| 2 | Passport-size Photograph |
| 3 | Identity Proof (e.g., Voter ID Card, Driving License) |
| 4 | Proof of Age |
| 5 | Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card / Ration Card |
| 6 | Caste Certificate (if applicable) |
| 7 | Address Proof |
| 8 | Death Certificate of the husband |
| 9 | Bank passbook / Bank account details |
| 10 | Any other documents as required |
How to Apply in Jammu and Kashmir
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.
Offline 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: 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).
Offline 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: 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).
Offline 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: 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…
Offline Post Application Processes
Step 1: The TSWO verifies the submitted forms and forwards them to the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) for review.
Offline Step 1: The TSWO verifies the submitted forms and forwards them to the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) for review.
Step 2: The District Level Committee reviews the application and sanctions the pension.
Offline 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.
Common questions in Jammu and Kashmir
Who can apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir) in Jammu and Kashmir?
Eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir) 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.
What are the important dates for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir)?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 15 August 1995 through 15 August 1995, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
It provides a monthly pension of [?]1000 to widows aged 40 years and above from BPL families.