Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter

Description
The Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation ABC Limited, a government undertaking, has launched the "Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter" KS-FS to address the critical needs of underprivileged Brahmins in Andhra Pradesh. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden of food and shelter expenses, including orphan children, differently-abled individuals, widows, destitute women separated from their husbands, and elderly Brahmins. The program offers financial assistance and encompasses all 13 districts of the state.

Benefits
• ₹2,000/- per month to orphan children.
• ₹2,000/- per month to different abled persons.
• ₹2,000/- per month to widow or destitute women (separated from husband).
• ₹2,000/- per month for elderly staying in his/her own home.
• ₹4,000/- per month for elderly staying in any Old-Age Home in Andhra Pradesh.
• ₹2,000/- per month for elderly staying in any Old-Age Home in Andhra Pradesh and getting a pension through the NTR Bharosa Scheme.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should belong to the Brahmin community and reside in Andhra Pradesh.
2. The applicant should be a holder of a white ration card.
3. The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹75,000/-.
4. The orphan children below 14 years of age as of 31st Jan 2019.
5. The Elderly above 60 years of age as of 31st Jan 2019.
6. All differently abled of any age and widows & destitute women (separated from husband, but do not have legal documents) of any age.
7. The applicant should not have availed himself/ herself of any amount under any other Government scheme for the same purpose.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 01: Applicants have to visit the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and click on "Scheme"
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Step 01: Applicants have to visit the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and click on "Scheme"

Step 2: Step 02: Click on "Registration" After that application form will open
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Step 02: Click on "Registration" After that application form will open

Step 3: Step 03: Fill out the required details:
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Personal Details: Name, Residence address, Aadhaar no, Ration card no, Bank detail etc
Upload: Photo, Signature and Certificate Details
Documents: Birth Certificate, Residential Certificate, Aadhar Card, Caste Certificate, Bank Passbook etc
Finalize and "Submit" the application.
Step-4: After submission receive the reference number.

Step 4: Step 01: Click on the “Services” link on the menu and select "Know your status".
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Step 01: Click on the “Services” link on the menu and select "Know your status".

Step 5: Step 02: Enter the Reference or Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number to get the application status.
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Step 02: Enter the Reference or Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number to get the application status.

Step 6: Step 03: Select the "Financial Year" and Fetch the details.
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Step 03: Select the "Financial Year" and Fetch the details.

Step 7: Step 01: Click on the "Acknowledgement Slip"
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Step 01: Click on the "Acknowledgement Slip"

Step 8: Step 02: Enter the Aadhaar Card Number and select the "Scheme"
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Step 02: Enter the Aadhaar Card Number and select the "Scheme"

Step 9: Step 03: Click on the "Submit"
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Step 03: Click on the "Submit"

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photograph.
• Aadhar Card of the applicant.
• Caste Certificate (issued by competent government authority Revenue Inspector/MRO.
• White Ration Card OR Income Certificate (issued by competent Government authority Revenue Inspector/MRO.
• Copy of SB Account in Andhra Bank or SBI (account must be in the name of applicant).
• Staying Certificate (from the Old Age Home that the applicant is staying in their Old Age Home).
• Death Certificate of Husband (in case of widow).
• Legal Divorce Document (in case of divorcee women).
• Recommendation Certificate (from Director/DLO/MCLO of the Corporation OR MC Member of the AP Brahmin Cooperative Credit Society OR any MLA / MP / MLC, in case of destitute women -separated from husband, but do not have legal document).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter (KS-FS)?
A: KS-FS is a financial assistance scheme for poor Brahmins in Andhra Pradesh.

Q: Who is eligible for KS-FS?
A: Brahmins residing in Andhra Pradesh with White Ration Card or annual family income below Rs. 75,000/-.

Q: How do I apply for KS-FS?
A: Submit an online application at www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in.

Q: What documents are needed?
A: Passport photo, Aadhar card, caste certificate, income proof, bank account copy, and others as applicable.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided?
A: [?]2,000/- to [?]4,000/- per month based on eligibility criteria.

Q: How is the assistance disbursed?
A: Funds are transferred directly to the applicant's SB account.

Q: Who selects the applicants?
A: The State Level Committee (SLC) is responsible for selection.

Q: Can I apply if receiving other government benefits?
A: No, you must not be receiving similar benefits from other government schemes.

Q: Is there an age limit for differently-abled applicants?
A: No, there is no age limit for differently-abled applicants.

Q: Can I apply without a White Ration Card?
A: Yes, with an income certificate indicating income below [?]75,000/-.

Q: Is support available for filling out the application?
A: Yes, applicants can get help from internet centers or volunteers.

Q: When will assistance payments start?
A: Payments start from the month of eligibility as determined by the SLC.

Q: Can the SLC make exceptions?
A: Yes, the SLC can make exceptions and their decision is final.