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Overview
The "Nari Niketans" were established in 1976 by the Social Welfare Department, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir wherein deserted /destitute ladies/ widows having no means of livelihood are given admissions. There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir. This is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme.
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The " Nari Niketans https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/welfareIns/NariNiketans.pdf " were established in 1976 by the Social Welfare Department, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir wherein deserted /destitute ladies/ widows having no means of livelihood are given admissions. There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir, i.e. in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Doda, Rajouri, and two Nari Niketans in Poonch, with a total intake capacity of 280. The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment. The beneficiary shall approach the concerned District Social Welfare Officer DSWO for submission of the application. This is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme, and only the permanent residents of the state of Jammu & Kashmir can apply for this scheme.
Benefits
• The inmates are provided care and protection in the institutions.
• Besides food, shelter, bedding & clothing are also provided.
• For school-going destitute girls free education is provided in addition to other facilities.
• The children accompanying the mothers will be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
• The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/ covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2. The applicant should be a domicile / permanent resident of the state of Jammu & Kashmir.
3. The applicant should be a Female.
4. The applicant should be deserted /destitute / widow.
5. The applicant should not have any means of livelihood.
6. The children accompanying the mothers will also be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Offline
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Offline
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Offline
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Offline
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Step 5: Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Offline
Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Step 6: Step 2: The superintendent shall admit/discharge any inmate with the approval of the District Social Welfare Officer concerned and the Deputy Director of Administration, Directorate of Social Welfare Jammu.
Offline
The District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) can be contacted regarding the application status of the scheme.
Required Documents
• 3 Passport-Sized Photograph (Signed Across).
• Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir.
• Proof of Identity.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Death Certificate of the Husband (in case the applicant is a widow).
• Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc) of Self or of the Guardian.
• Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office.
• Proof of Age of the Child (Birth Certificate) (in case of children accompanying the mothers).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where Can I Find The Contact Details (Name And Mobile Number) Of The Officers Of The Nari Niketan?
A: The district-wise Contact Details (Name and Mobile Number) of the Officers of the Nari Niketan can be found at -
https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/welfareIns/NariNiketans.pdf
Q: In Which Years Were The "Nari Niketans" Established?
A: The "Nari Niketans" were established in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir in the year 1976.
Q: Who Can Become An Inmate In The Nari Niketan?
A: Deserted /Destitute Ladies / Widows having no means of livelihood are given admission into the Nari Niketan.
Q: How Many Nari Niketans Are There In Jammu & Kashmir?
A: There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir, i.e. in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Doda, Rajouri, and two Nari Niketans in Poonch.
Q: What Is The Total Capacity Of All The Nari Niketans In Jammu & Kashmir?
A: The total capacity of all the Nari Niketans in Jammu & Kashmir is 280.
Q: Which Is The Only District In Jammu & Kashmir To Have Two Nari Niketans?
A: Poonch is the only district in Jammu & Kashmir to have two Nari Niketans.
Q: For How Long Can An Inmate Remain In The Institution?
A: The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment.
Q: What Additional Facilities Are Provided To The School-Going Destitute Girls?
A: For school-going destitute girls free education is provided in addition to other facilities.
Q: Are The Children Accompanying The Mothers Also Entitled To Admission?
A: The children accompanying the mothers will be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
Q: What Basic Facilities Are Provided To The Inmates?
A: The inmates are provided care and protection in the institutions. Besides food, shelter, bedding & clothing are also provided.
Q: To Whom Should The Beneficiary Approach For Submission Of The Application?
A: The beneficiary shall approach the concerned DSWO for submission of the application.
Q: Can Old-Age Women Also Apply To This Scheme?
A: There are no criteria with respect to the age of the applicant. The old-age women can therefore apply to this scheme.
Q: Can The Women Who Have Permanent Employment Be Eligible?
A: No, in order to be eligible, the applicant should not have any means of livelihood.
Q: In What Case Is The Death Certificate Of The Husband Required As A Mandatory Document?
A: The Death Certificate of the Husband is required as a mandatory document in the case the applicant is a widow.
Q: What Is The Full Form Of DSWO?
A: The full form of DSWO is "District Social Welfare Officer".
Q: Is The Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate Of The State Of Jammu & Kashmir, A Mandatory Document For This Scheme?
A: Yes, the Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Jammu & Kashmir is a mandatory document for this scheme.
Q: Can I Reapply To This Scheme If I Am Already Availing The Benefits Of This Scheme?
A: No, you can not reapply to this scheme if you already have availed of its benefits.
Q: Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?
A: This is a 100% State Funded scheme.
Q: Is There Any Application Fee?
A: No, the entire application process is entirely free of cost.
Q: Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
A: No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.
Q: How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?
A: The mandatory fields have an asterisk (*) mark at the end.
Q: Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Also Apply To This Scheme?
A: No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply.
Q: Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
A: The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://jkdswdj.jk.gov.in/welfareSchemes/NARI%20NIKETANS.pdf
Q: What Is The Link To The Website Of The Department Of Social Welfare, Government Of Jammu & Kashmir?
A: Https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/
Q: Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?
A: You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Q: Which Department Manages This Scheme?
A: This scheme is managed by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Jammu & Kashmir.
Q: Is It Mandatory To Self-Attest All The Required Documents That Are To Be Attached To The Application?
A: Yes, all the required documents that are to be attached to the application should be self-attested mandatorily.
The " Nari Niketans https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/welfareIns/NariNiketans.pdf " were established in 1976 by the Social Welfare Department, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir wherein deserted /destitute ladies/ widows having no means of livelihood are given admissions. There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir, i.e. in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Doda, Rajouri, and two Nari Niketans in Poonch, with a total intake capacity of 280. The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment. The beneficiary shall approach the concerned District Social Welfare Officer DSWO for submission of the application. This is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme, and only the permanent residents of the state of Jammu & Kashmir can apply for this scheme.
Benefits
• The inmates are provided care and protection in the institutions.
• Besides food, shelter, bedding & clothing are also provided.
• For school-going destitute girls free education is provided in addition to other facilities.
• The children accompanying the mothers will be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
• The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/ covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2. The applicant should be a domicile / permanent resident of the state of Jammu & Kashmir.
3. The applicant should be a Female.
4. The applicant should be deserted /destitute / widow.
5. The applicant should not have any means of livelihood.
6. The children accompanying the mothers will also be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Offline
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Offline
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Offline
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Offline
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Step 5: Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Offline
Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Step 6: Step 2: The superintendent shall admit/discharge any inmate with the approval of the District Social Welfare Officer concerned and the Deputy Director of Administration, Directorate of Social Welfare Jammu.
Offline
The District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) can be contacted regarding the application status of the scheme.
Required Documents
• 3 Passport-Sized Photograph (Signed Across).
• Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir.
• Proof of Identity.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Death Certificate of the Husband (in case the applicant is a widow).
• Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc) of Self or of the Guardian.
• Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office.
• Proof of Age of the Child (Birth Certificate) (in case of children accompanying the mothers).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where Can I Find The Contact Details (Name And Mobile Number) Of The Officers Of The Nari Niketan?
A: The district-wise Contact Details (Name and Mobile Number) of the Officers of the Nari Niketan can be found at -
https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/welfareIns/NariNiketans.pdf
Q: In Which Years Were The "Nari Niketans" Established?
A: The "Nari Niketans" were established in the UT of Jammu & Kashmir in the year 1976.
Q: Who Can Become An Inmate In The Nari Niketan?
A: Deserted /Destitute Ladies / Widows having no means of livelihood are given admission into the Nari Niketan.
Q: How Many Nari Niketans Are There In Jammu & Kashmir?
A: There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir, i.e. in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Doda, Rajouri, and two Nari Niketans in Poonch.
Q: What Is The Total Capacity Of All The Nari Niketans In Jammu & Kashmir?
A: The total capacity of all the Nari Niketans in Jammu & Kashmir is 280.
Q: Which Is The Only District In Jammu & Kashmir To Have Two Nari Niketans?
A: Poonch is the only district in Jammu & Kashmir to have two Nari Niketans.
Q: For How Long Can An Inmate Remain In The Institution?
A: The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment.
Q: What Additional Facilities Are Provided To The School-Going Destitute Girls?
A: For school-going destitute girls free education is provided in addition to other facilities.
Q: Are The Children Accompanying The Mothers Also Entitled To Admission?
A: The children accompanying the mothers will be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
Q: What Basic Facilities Are Provided To The Inmates?
A: The inmates are provided care and protection in the institutions. Besides food, shelter, bedding & clothing are also provided.
Q: To Whom Should The Beneficiary Approach For Submission Of The Application?
A: The beneficiary shall approach the concerned DSWO for submission of the application.
Q: Can Old-Age Women Also Apply To This Scheme?
A: There are no criteria with respect to the age of the applicant. The old-age women can therefore apply to this scheme.
Q: Can The Women Who Have Permanent Employment Be Eligible?
A: No, in order to be eligible, the applicant should not have any means of livelihood.
Q: In What Case Is The Death Certificate Of The Husband Required As A Mandatory Document?
A: The Death Certificate of the Husband is required as a mandatory document in the case the applicant is a widow.
Q: What Is The Full Form Of DSWO?
A: The full form of DSWO is "District Social Welfare Officer".
Q: Is The Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate Of The State Of Jammu & Kashmir, A Mandatory Document For This Scheme?
A: Yes, the Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Jammu & Kashmir is a mandatory document for this scheme.
Q: Can I Reapply To This Scheme If I Am Already Availing The Benefits Of This Scheme?
A: No, you can not reapply to this scheme if you already have availed of its benefits.
Q: Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?
A: This is a 100% State Funded scheme.
Q: Is There Any Application Fee?
A: No, the entire application process is entirely free of cost.
Q: Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
A: No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.
Q: How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?
A: The mandatory fields have an asterisk (*) mark at the end.
Q: Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Also Apply To This Scheme?
A: No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Jammu & Kashmir are eligible to apply.
Q: Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
A: The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://jkdswdj.jk.gov.in/welfareSchemes/NARI%20NIKETANS.pdf
Q: What Is The Link To The Website Of The Department Of Social Welfare, Government Of Jammu & Kashmir?
A: Https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/
Q: Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?
A: You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Q: Which Department Manages This Scheme?
A: This scheme is managed by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Jammu & Kashmir.
Q: Is It Mandatory To Self-Attest All The Required Documents That Are To Be Attached To The Application?
A: Yes, all the required documents that are to be attached to the application should be self-attested mandatorily.
Eligibility Criteria
1
The applicant should be a citizen of India.
2
The applicant should be a domicile / permanent resident of the state of Jammu & Kashmir.
3
The applicant should be a Female.
4
The applicant should be deserted /destitute / widow.
5
The applicant should not have any means of livelihood.
6
The children accompanying the mothers will also be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
Benefits
The inmates are provided care and protection in the institutions.
Besides food, shelter, bedding & clothing are also provided.
For school-going destitute girls free education is provided in addition to other facilities.
The children accompanying the mothers will be entitled to admission subject to the condition that male children after they attain the age of 8 years shall be transferred to Bal Ashrams.
The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/ covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | 3 Passport-Sized Photograph (Signed Across). |
| 2 | Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir. |
| 3 | Proof of Identity. |
| 4 | Aadhaar Card. |
| 5 | Death Certificate of the Husband (in case the applicant is a widow). |
| 6 | Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc) of Self or of the Guardian. |
| 7 | Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office. |
| 8 | Proof of Age of the Child (Birth Certificate) (in case of children accompanying the mothers). |
How to Apply
1
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Offline Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
2
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
3
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
4
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Offline Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
5
Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Offline Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant, the DSWO shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
6
Step 2: The superintendent shall admit/discharge any inmate with the approval of the District Social Welfare Officer concerned and the Deputy Director of Administration, Directorate of Social Welfare Jammu.
Offline The District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) can be contacted regarding the application status of the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
The district-wise Contact Details (Name and Mobile Number) of the Officers of the Nari Niketan can be found at - https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/welfareIns/NariNiketans.pdf
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