Viswakarma Pension Scheme

Description
The Scheme “Viswakarma Pension” was launched by the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala to give a pension to traditional workers of Viswakarma Communities Carpenters wood, iron, stone , Goldsmiths, Moosari who have completed 60 years of age in the Kerala State.

Benefits
• The monthly pension amount of ₹1100/- will be given to the persons belonging to the traditional Viswakarma Communities.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Kerala State.
2. The applicant should belong to the traditional Viswakarma Community of Kerala State.
3. The age of the applicant should be more than 60 years.
4. The annual family income of the applicant should be ₹1,00,000/-.

Required Documents
• Copy of the Identity proof
• Proof of age
• Photo of the applicant
• Copy of the ration card
• Caste Certificate
• Income Certificate
• Residence proof
• Physical Disability Certificate, if applicable
• Copy of Bank Passbook
• Any other document, if required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is “Viswakarma Pension scheme”?
A: The "Viswakarma Pension" is a government scheme started with an aim to support the people belonging to the Viswakarma Communities.

Q: Which is the implementing department of this scheme?
A: Backward Communities Development Department, Government of Kerala

Q: Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
A: The Viswakarma Communities people can take benefit of the scheme.

Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A: The monthly pension amount of [?]1100/- will be given to the persons belonging to the traditional Viswakarma Communities.

Q: What should be the minimum age limit of the applicant?
A: The age of the applicant should be more than 60 years.

Q: Is this scheme only for the Viswakarma Communities of Kerala State?
A: Yes, the applicant should belong to the State Viswakarma Communities of Kerala State.

Q: Who will be considered under the Viswakarma Communities?
A: Carpenters (wood, iron, stone), Goldsmiths, Moosari etc.

Q: Is this scheme only for the residents of the Kerala State?
A: Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of the Kerala State.

Q: What is the criterion for annual family income under the scheme?
A: The annual family income of the applicant from all sources does not exceed [?]1,00,000/-.

Q: How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
A: The eligible applicant can apply through online as well as offline mode.

Q: Where can an applicant get the application form to apply through offline Mode?
A: The application can be downloaded from the official website of Backward Communities Development Department, Government of Kerala. https://bcdd.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Viswakarma-Pension-Application-Form-2.pdf

Q: How can an applicant apply through Online Mode?
A: The applicant should visit the official website of the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala and fill out the application form. http://www.eep.bcdd.kerala.gov.in/