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Destitute/Deserted Wives Pension Scheme

The 'Destitute/Deserted Wives Pension Scheme' is a state scheme to give a pension of ₹1,000/- to the destitute/deserted wives. The scheme provides other benefit every year during the Pongal and Deepavali festival one priceless saree is given.

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About This Scheme

The 'Destitute/Deserted Wives Pension Scheme' is a state scheme was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Tamil Nadu. The objective is to provide financial assistance of ₹1,000/- to the destitute/deserted wives. The scheme provides other benefits every year during the Pongal and Deepavali festival one priceless saree is given and a nutritious meal is supplied through the Anganwadi Centres.

Benefits

₹1.0K · monthly

Pension:

  • ₹1,000/- per month.

Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali:

  • One free saree.

Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres:

  • 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meals.
  • 4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meals.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The applicant should be legally divorced or deserted for a minimum of 5 years.

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    The applicant should be a destitute woman.

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    The applicant's age should be 30 years and above.

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    The applicant's fixed assets not exceeding ₹1,00,000/-

Required Documents

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    Applicant's Photo
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    Aadhaar Card
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    Proof of Age.
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    Aadhaar Consent Form
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    Smart Ration Card or Any Address Proof
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    Legal Separation Certificate (Issued by Court of law)
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    Self–declaration of Applicant
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    Any Identity Proof (Voter ID Card, Passport, PAN Card, Driving License)
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    Bank Passbook
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    Not remarried certificate
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    Abandonment Certificate

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Step 1: The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.

Step 2: The applicant should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.

Step 3: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload copies of all the mandatory documents.

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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).

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹1.0K

Available In

Tamil Nadu

Categories

Social welfare & EmpowermentWomen and Child

Data Sources