National Family Benefit Scheme- Bihar
in Bihar
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National Family Benefit Scheme- Bihar in Bihar
National Family Benefit Scheme- Bihar is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Bihar.
Apply for National Family Benefit Scheme- Bihar in Bihar
Scheme Overview
Under this scheme, one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided to the bereaved family in the case of the sudden death of the earning member (breadwinner) of the family, provided the family is living below the poverty line (BPL).
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
The applicant should be a family member or dependent of the deceased person.
The deceased person should have been the primary breadwinner (an earning member of the family) on whom the family primarily depended for income.
The family of the deceased should be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
At the time of death, the deceased should have been between 18 and 60 years old.
Benefits
Under this scheme, a one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000/- is given to the bereaved family of the deceased person.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Identity proof of the applicant i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card |
| 2 | Identity proof of the deceased person i.e. Aadhaar Card |
| 3 | Death certificate of the deceased person |
| 4 | FIR Copy |
| 5 | Proof of age of the deceased person |
| 6 | Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/ Ration Card |
| 7 | Caste certificate, if applicable |
| 8 | Address proof |
| 9 | Bank Passbook/Bank account details |
| 10 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Bihar
Who can apply for National Family Benefit Scheme- Bihar in Bihar?
Eligible residents of Bihar who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for National Family Benefit Scheme- Bihar. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for National Family Benefit Scheme- Bihar in Bihar?
Applicants in Bihar 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 scheme aims to provide social security to the immediate dependents of a deceased family member by offering financial assistance after the sudden death of the breadwinner.