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RMEWF-Financial Assistance To 100% Disabled Child Of Ex-Servicemen

Ministry: Ministry Of Defence

A scheme to provide financial assistance to Ex-Servicemen or their widows for their 100% disabled child.

Start date1 Jan 2007
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About This Scheme

The RMEWF-Financial Assistance To 100% Disabled Child Of Ex-Servicemen is a welfare scheme designed to provide financial support to the families of ex-servicemen and widows who are taking care of a completely disabled child. The scheme is administered through the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFDF) under the supervision of the Kendriya Sainik Board functioning under the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence.

Benefits

₹3.0K · annual

  • Financial assistance of ₹3000/- per month (paid annually) per child is provided to eligible ex-servicemen or their widows.
  • The financial assistance is non-transferable and will cease automatically upon the death of the child.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The following criteria must be fulfilled:-

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    Child must be a legitimate offspring of ESM/Widow.

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    ESM should be of the rank of JCO/equivalent of the Navy/Air Force and below.

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    The child should be 100% disabled.

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    Should not be in receipt of any disability benefit from any official agency.

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    Should be recommended by respective Zila Sainik Board (ZSB).

Required Documents

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    Photocopy of Discharge Book (must have entry regarding child).
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    Ex-Servicemen and Dependent Identity Card issued by ZSB.
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    100% disability certificate issued by Military / Govt hospital.
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    Details of Bank A/c No (in PNB/SBI only) and IFS Code.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

OOnline
  • Eligible Ex-servicemen / their widows can visit the official website of Kendriya Sainik Board Secretariat (KSBS) https://ksb.gov.in/
  • Click on “Register” which is available on the homepage of the portal.
  • Now, the registration form will be displayed, fill the form with necessary details.
  • Upload the Photo
  • Save the application by clicking on the “Save” button and the saved details and password will be forwarded to the registered mail id.
  • Click the activation link which is sent to the mail id to login into the KSB portal.
  • Provide user name, password and verification code and click on the “Login “ button.
  • Select the scheme name and start filling the new application form by entering the required details.
  • Copies of the supporting documents duly attested by the respective Zila Sainik Welfare Officer (ZSWO) must be uploaded with the online application.
  • Once the online application is submitted, ZSWO will scrutinize the online applications and give appointment to the applicant for verification,
  • After successful verification, ZWSO will recommend the online application and forward the harp copy as well soft copy to Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) through Rajya Sainik Boards (RSBs) for further processing.
Processing at KSB Secretariat
  • Once the application reaches the Kendriya Sainik Board, the Section-in-charge verify the same and upload the printed list for the approval of JD (Welfare).
  • Such applications of approval is then moved for sanction of the competent authority in one lot, preferably every quarter
Payment Procedure
  • After the submitted application has been approved, the same is processed for payment of the grant in batches of 200 applications by the Welfare department.
  • After verifying the service number, name, bankers, IFS Code and account number, the Welfare department forward the batch list to Accounts Section for payment, which make the payment directly via Electronic Clearing System (ECS) or by an account payee cheque.
Subsequent Grant
  • For the continuation of grant in the next financial year, Life Certificate and “Disability Certificate” in the Government prescribed format need to be submitted every year through the respective ZSB on or before 15th January.
  • In the cases of renewal Application is automatically forwarded to the Welfare department by 1st March. And then, the welfare department ask for sanction of a grant from the Kendriya Sainik Board for the continuation of the financial assistance during the next fiscal year.
Track Application Status
  • Applicant has to revisit the same portal https://ksb.gov.in/index.htm
  • Click on “Status of application” link on the homepage of the portal.
  • Now enter your DAK ID and verification code. Click on the “Search” button.

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹3.0K
Launched
1 Jan 2007

Categories

Social welfare & Empowerment

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