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National Family Benefit Scheme (Punjab)
Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children
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Overview
The scheme "National Family Benefit Scheme (Punjab)" by the Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children, Government of Punjab, provides a lump sum assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided to the bereaved household in the event of the death of their breadwinner.
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Description
The scheme "National Family Benefit Scheme Punjab " is a social welfare initiative by the Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children, Government of Punjab. Under this scheme, a lump sum assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided to the bereaved household in the event of the death of their breadwinner.
Benefits
• Financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Punjab.
2. The applicant should be a family member or a dependent of the deceased breadwinner (an earning member of the family on whom the family primarily depended for income).
3. The family should be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
4. The deceased should have been between 18 and 60 years old.
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the District Social Security Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the District Social Security Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
Step 2: 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: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the District Social Security Officer.
Offline
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the District Social Security Officer.
Step 4: 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
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 (if applicable).
Step 5: Step 1: Register on the UMANG Portal
Online
Visit the official website of UMANG. In the top right corner of the landing page, click "Register." You will be taken to the Registration Page. Fill in all the mandatory fields.
Step 6: Step 2: Mobile Number Verification and MPIN Creation
Online
You will be redirected to the mobile number verification page. Enter your mobile number and get it verified via OTP. Create an MPIN to complete the registration process. You will be taken to the UMANG homepage. Login using your Mobile Number and MPIN.
Step 7: Step 3: Accessing Services on UMANG
Online
Visit the "National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)" page on UMANG and click "Apply Online".
Step 8: Step 4: Completing the Application
Online
In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the required documents in the specified format and size.
Step 9: Step 5: Review and Confirmation
Online
Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make any necessary corrections, if required. Acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions, declaration, and privacy policy, if any.
Step 10: Step 6: Submitting the Application
Online
Click the "Submit" or "Apply" button to submit your application. You'll receive a confirmation message upon successful submission of the application.
Required Documents
• Death Certificate of the Breadwinner – Mandatory proof of the primary earner’s demise.
• Proof of Below Poverty Line (BPL) Status – Such as a BPL Card, Blue Ration Card, Income Certificate, or Certificate from Local Authority (e.g., Gram Panchayat/Municipality) verifying BPL status
• Proof of Identity & Age of the Deceased – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Birth Certificate.
• Residence Proof – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Utility Bills verifying the family’s address.
• Bank Account Details – Aadhaar-linked bank passbook or post office account details for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• Passport-Sized Photograph – Of the applicant (new head of the family).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the residency requirements to qualify for the financial assistance under this scheme?
A: The applicant must be a resident of Punjab to be eligible for the scheme.
Q: Who can apply for the benefit in case of the death of the primary breadwinner?
A: A family member or dependent of the deceased breadwinner can apply for the assistance.
Q: Is there an income condition that the family must meet to be eligible for support?
A: Yes, the family must be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) to qualify.
Q: What is the age range of the deceased breadwinner for the family to be eligible?
A: The deceased must have been between 18 and 60 years old at the time of death.
Q: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme to the bereaved family?
A: A lump sum amount of ₹20,000/- is given to the eligible household.
Q: What is the mandatory document required to prove the death of the primary earner?
A: A death certificate of the breadwinner must be submitted as proof.
Q: What documents can be submitted as proof of the family’s Below Poverty Line status?
A: Acceptable documents include a BPL Card, Blue Ration Card, Income Certificate, or a certificate from the local authority (Gram Panchayat/Municipality).
Q: How should the bank account details be provided for receiving the financial assistance?
A: The applicant must submit an Aadhaar-linked bank passbook or post office account details for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Q: Is a photograph required as part of the application process, and whose photo should it be?
A: A passport-sized photograph of the applicant (new head of the family) must be submitted.
Q: Where can an applicant obtain the offline application form for this scheme?
A: The applicant must visit the District Social Security Officer to get the prescribed application form.
Q: What steps should be followed while filling out the offline application form?
A: All mandatory fields must be filled, a photograph attached, and self-attested copies of documents submitted.
Q: After registering on UMANG, how can the applicant access the relevant scheme application?
A: They must visit the "National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)" page and click "Apply Online."
Q: Is there any fee charged for applying under this scheme, either online or offline?
A: The guidelines does not mention any application fee, so it is assumed to be free.
Q: Can a non-resident of Punjab apply for this financial assistance if the deceased was a resident?
A: No, the applicant must be a resident of Punjab to be eligible.
Q: If the deceased was above 60 years old, can the family still apply for assistance?
A: No, the scheme only covers deaths of breadwinners aged between 18 and 60 years.
The scheme "National Family Benefit Scheme Punjab " is a social welfare initiative by the Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children, Government of Punjab. Under this scheme, a lump sum assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided to the bereaved household in the event of the death of their breadwinner.
Benefits
• Financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Punjab.
2. The applicant should be a family member or a dependent of the deceased breadwinner (an earning member of the family on whom the family primarily depended for income).
3. The family should be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
4. The deceased should have been between 18 and 60 years old.
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the District Social Security Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the District Social Security Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
Step 2: 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: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the District Social Security Officer.
Offline
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the District Social Security Officer.
Step 4: 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
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 (if applicable).
Step 5: Step 1: Register on the UMANG Portal
Online
Visit the official website of UMANG. In the top right corner of the landing page, click "Register." You will be taken to the Registration Page. Fill in all the mandatory fields.
Step 6: Step 2: Mobile Number Verification and MPIN Creation
Online
You will be redirected to the mobile number verification page. Enter your mobile number and get it verified via OTP. Create an MPIN to complete the registration process. You will be taken to the UMANG homepage. Login using your Mobile Number and MPIN.
Step 7: Step 3: Accessing Services on UMANG
Online
Visit the "National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)" page on UMANG and click "Apply Online".
Step 8: Step 4: Completing the Application
Online
In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the required documents in the specified format and size.
Step 9: Step 5: Review and Confirmation
Online
Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make any necessary corrections, if required. Acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions, declaration, and privacy policy, if any.
Step 10: Step 6: Submitting the Application
Online
Click the "Submit" or "Apply" button to submit your application. You'll receive a confirmation message upon successful submission of the application.
Required Documents
• Death Certificate of the Breadwinner – Mandatory proof of the primary earner’s demise.
• Proof of Below Poverty Line (BPL) Status – Such as a BPL Card, Blue Ration Card, Income Certificate, or Certificate from Local Authority (e.g., Gram Panchayat/Municipality) verifying BPL status
• Proof of Identity & Age of the Deceased – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Birth Certificate.
• Residence Proof – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Utility Bills verifying the family’s address.
• Bank Account Details – Aadhaar-linked bank passbook or post office account details for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• Passport-Sized Photograph – Of the applicant (new head of the family).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the residency requirements to qualify for the financial assistance under this scheme?
A: The applicant must be a resident of Punjab to be eligible for the scheme.
Q: Who can apply for the benefit in case of the death of the primary breadwinner?
A: A family member or dependent of the deceased breadwinner can apply for the assistance.
Q: Is there an income condition that the family must meet to be eligible for support?
A: Yes, the family must be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) to qualify.
Q: What is the age range of the deceased breadwinner for the family to be eligible?
A: The deceased must have been between 18 and 60 years old at the time of death.
Q: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme to the bereaved family?
A: A lump sum amount of ₹20,000/- is given to the eligible household.
Q: What is the mandatory document required to prove the death of the primary earner?
A: A death certificate of the breadwinner must be submitted as proof.
Q: What documents can be submitted as proof of the family’s Below Poverty Line status?
A: Acceptable documents include a BPL Card, Blue Ration Card, Income Certificate, or a certificate from the local authority (Gram Panchayat/Municipality).
Q: How should the bank account details be provided for receiving the financial assistance?
A: The applicant must submit an Aadhaar-linked bank passbook or post office account details for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Q: Is a photograph required as part of the application process, and whose photo should it be?
A: A passport-sized photograph of the applicant (new head of the family) must be submitted.
Q: Where can an applicant obtain the offline application form for this scheme?
A: The applicant must visit the District Social Security Officer to get the prescribed application form.
Q: What steps should be followed while filling out the offline application form?
A: All mandatory fields must be filled, a photograph attached, and self-attested copies of documents submitted.
Q: After registering on UMANG, how can the applicant access the relevant scheme application?
A: They must visit the "National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)" page and click "Apply Online."
Q: Is there any fee charged for applying under this scheme, either online or offline?
A: The guidelines does not mention any application fee, so it is assumed to be free.
Q: Can a non-resident of Punjab apply for this financial assistance if the deceased was a resident?
A: No, the applicant must be a resident of Punjab to be eligible.
Q: If the deceased was above 60 years old, can the family still apply for assistance?
A: No, the scheme only covers deaths of breadwinners aged between 18 and 60 years.
Eligibility Criteria
1
The applicant should be a resident of Punjab.
2
The applicant should be a family member or a dependent of the deceased breadwinner (an earning member of the family on whom the family primarily depended for income).
3
The family should be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
4
The deceased should have been between 18 and 60 years old.
Benefits
Financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Death Certificate of the Breadwinner – Mandatory proof of the primary earner’s demise. |
| 2 | Proof of Below Poverty Line (BPL) Status – Such as a BPL Card, Blue Ration Card, Income Certificate, or Certificate from Local Authority (e.g., Gram Panchayat/Municipality) verifying BPL status |
| 3 | Proof of Identity & Age of the Deceased – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Birth Certificate. |
| 4 | Residence Proof – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Utility Bills verifying the family’s address. |
| 5 | Bank Account Details – Aadhaar-linked bank passbook or post office account details for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). |
| 6 | Passport-Sized Photograph – Of the applicant (new head of the family). |
How to Apply
1
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the District Social Security Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the District Social Security Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
2
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).
3
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the District Social Security Officer.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the District Social Security Officer.
4
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 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 (if applicable).
5
Step 1: Register on the UMANG Portal
Online Visit the official website of UMANG. In the top right corner of the landing page, click "Register." You will be taken to the Registration Page. Fill in all the mandatory fields.
6
Step 2: Mobile Number Verification and MPIN Creation
Online You will be redirected to the mobile number verification page. Enter your mobile number and get it verified via OTP. Create an MPIN to complete the registration process. You will be taken to the UMANG homepage. Login using your Mobile Number and MPIN.
7
Step 3: Accessing Services on UMANG
Online Visit the "National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)" page on UMANG and click "Apply Online".
8
Step 4: Completing the Application
Online In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the required documents in the specified format and size.
9
Step 5: Review and Confirmation
Online Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make any necessary corrections, if required. Acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions, declaration, and privacy policy, if any.
10
Step 6: Submitting the Application
Online Click the "Submit" or "Apply" button to submit your application. You'll receive a confirmation message upon successful submission of the application.
Frequently Asked Questions
The applicant must be a resident of Punjab to be eligible for the scheme.
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