Central Government · Ministry Of Rural Development
Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme
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Main benefit
Monthly pension for BPL widows aged 40–79
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- For: Female
- Marital status: Widow / widower
- Age 40 or above
- Age up to 79
- Has a BPL / Antyodaya card
About
Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS) is implemented by Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. It is a non-contributory pension scheme to provide social security to widows of poor family (BPL) of the society.
Benefits
- A pension of Rs.300/- per month is provided to Widows between 40 years and 79 years. For persons who are 80 years and above the pension is Rs.500/- per month.
Who can apply
- The eligibility criteria under Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS) is:-The applicant must be a widow in the age group of 40-79 years.
- The applicant should belong to a household living below the poverty line according to the criteria prescribed by the Govt. of India
Who cannot apply
- Pension will be discontinuedIn case of remarriage of widow
- Once the widow moves above poverty line
Documents needed
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How to apply
Online
OfflineOne can download UMANG App or visit website https://web.umang.gov.in/web_new/home The citizen can login using mobile number and OTP.
Once logged In, citizen can search for NSAP.
Click on "Apply Online”Fill the basic details, choose the mode of payment of pension, upload photo and click on "Submit”.
Common questions
What are different modes of receiving Pension?
One can receive pension amount in Bank Account, Post Office Account, Postal Money Order or in hand cash.
Who will disburse in hand cash?
In hand cash will be disbursed by Pension Disbursement Authority of respective Sub District/Municipal Area. One can select the pension disbursement authority while filling online application form on UMANG.
What Is The Eligibility For Getting Pension Under IGNWPS?
The eligibility criteria under Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS) is:- 1. The applicant must be a widow in the age group of 40-79 years. 2. The applicant should belong to a household living below the poverty line according to the criteria prescribed by the Govt. of India
Official links
web.umang.gov.in/web_new/home