Nari Niketans
in Jammu and Kashmir
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Nari Niketans in Jammu and Kashmir
Nari Niketans is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir.
Apply for Nari Niketans in Jammu and Kashmir
Scheme 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.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a citizen of India.
The applicant should be a domicile / permanent resident of the state of Jammu & Kashmir.
The applicant should be a Female.
The applicant should be deserted /destitute / widow.
The applicant should not have any means of livelihood.
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 in Jammu and Kashmir
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: 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: 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: 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 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 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.
Common questions in Jammu and Kashmir
Who can apply for Nari Niketans in Jammu and Kashmir?
Eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Nari Niketans. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Nari Niketans 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.
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