Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh
Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹500/- is provided to widows aged 40 to 79 years who are living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) to support them in living a respectful life. This scheme is centrally sponsored.
About This Scheme
Benefits
₹500 · monthly
- Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a monthly pension of ₹500/-, (Central contribution- ₹300/-, State Contribution- ₹200/-).
Eligibility
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Required Documents
- ✦Aadhaar card of the applicant
- ✦Passport-size photograph
- ✦Identity proof
- ✦Domicile certificate of Chhattisgarh (Issued by a Gazetted Officer, Sarpanch or Councillor)
- ✦Death certificate of husband
- ✦Proof of age (Doctor's certificate, Birth Certificate, Certificate issued by an Administrator, Sarpanch, or Mayor, school certificate, etc.)
- ✦Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/related documents
- ✦Address proof
- ✦Bank Passbook/Post Office Account Passbook
- ✦Any other documents as required
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Registration Process:
Step 1: Go to the eDistrict Chhattisgarh Portal.
Step 2: Click on "Citizen Login".
Step 3: If you are a new user, select "New Registration".
Step 4: Enter your registration details and click "Submit".
Step 5: Your Registration Summary will be displayed, and you will receive your password on your registered mobile number.
Application Process:Step 1: Go to the eDistrict Chhattisgarh Portal.
Step 2: Click on ‘Login’ or "Citizen Login".
Step 3: Enter your username and password, and then click ‘Login’.
Step 4: After logging in, click on "My Service" and search for the scheme to apply for.
Step 5: Click on ‘Apply Online’ and fill in all required details, upload necessary documents, and click ‘Submit.’
In Rural Areas:
Step 1: The applicant, who fulfills the eligibility criteria, may visit the office of the Gram Panchayat and collect the application form, which is available free of cost.
Step 2: Fill out the application form and submit it to the Gram Panchayat. You will receive an acknowledgment receipt from the Gram Panchayat.
Step 3: The Gram Panchayat will review and recommend the application and then forward it to the District Panchayat within 07 days.
In Urban Areas:Step 1: Eligible applicants should visit the office of the concerned Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Nagar Panchayat, or Panchayat Raj institution to collect the application form, which is available free of cost.
Step 2: Fill out the application form and submit it to the respective office (Municipality/Municipal Corporation/Nagar Panchayat). You will receive an acknowledgment receipt from the office.
Note 1: The concerned urban body/District Panchayat has the authority to approve or reject the applications.
Note 2: If a printed application form is not available, you may submit your application on plain paper.
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹500
