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National Family Benefit Scheme (Punjab)

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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About This Scheme

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

₹20.0K

Financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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Death Certificate of the Breadwinner – Mandatory proof of the primary earner’s demise.
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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
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Proof of Identity & Age of the Deceased – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Birth Certificate.
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Residence Proof – Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, or Utility Bills verifying the family’s address.
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Bank Account Details – Aadhaar-linked bank passbook or post office account details for Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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Passport-Sized Photograph – Of the applicant (new head of the family).

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

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: 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 District Social Security Officer.

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).

OOnline

Step 1: Register on the UMANG Portal

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 2: Mobile Number Verification and MPIN Creation

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 3: Accessing Services on UMANG

Visit the "National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)" page on UMANG and click "Apply Online".

Step 4: Completing the Application

In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the required documents in the specified format and size.

Step 5: Review and Confirmation

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 6: Submitting the Application

Click the "Submit" or "Apply" button to submit your application. You'll receive a confirmation message upon successful submission of the application.

Quick Info

Level: Central Government
Max benefit: ₹20.0K

Data Sources

https://www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/nfbsp ↗Accessed Today