National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra)
in Maharashtra
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National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra) in Maharashtra
National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Maharashtra.
Apply for National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra) in Maharashtra
Scheme Overview
The scheme "National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra)" is a social welfare scheme by the Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra. Under this scheme, ₹20,000/-. is provided to the family in the event of the death of their primary breadwinner.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra.
The applicant should be a family member or dependent of the deceased breadwinner (an earning member of the family on whom the family primarily depended for income).
The family should be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
The deceased should have been between 18 and 59 years old.
Benefits
Financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.
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 |
How to Apply in Maharashtra
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Collector Office/Tahsildar/Talathi of your district, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Collector Office/Tahsildar/Talathi of your district, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.
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 NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.
Common questions in Maharashtra
Who can apply for National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra) in Maharashtra?
Eligible residents of Maharashtra who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra) in Maharashtra?
Applicants in Maharashtra typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme that provides financial assistance to families of deceased primary breadwinners from BPL households.