Destitute Widow Pension Scheme

The Destitute Widow Pension Scheme is a state scheme launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide a pension of ?1,000/- to the destitute widows who are 18 years and above in age. The widow is also provided with one free saree during Pongal and Deepavali, and free rice in the Anganwadi Centres. Interested applicants should apply via CSC.

Benefits

Pension:

1. ?1,000/- per month.

Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali:

1. One free saree.

Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres:

1. 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meals.
2. 4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meals.

Eligibility

1. The applicant should be a widow.
2. The applicant should be destitute.
3. The applicants age should be 18 years and above.
4. The applicants fixed assets should not exceed ?1,00,000/-.

Application Process

Online - via CSCs

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

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

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

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).

   Documents Required

   1. Applicants Photo.
   2. Aadhaar Card.
   3. Proof of Age.
   4. Aadhaar Consent Form.
   5. Smart Ration Card or Any Address Proof.
   6. Husband Death Certificate.
   7. Self–declaration of Applicant.
   8. Widow Certificate.
   9. Any Identity Proof (Voter ID Card, Passport, PAN Card, Driving License).
   10. Bank Passbook.