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Widow/ Destitute Women Scheme - Punjab

Written By Manya Khare | Published on December 20, 2023

Under the Widow/ Destitute Women Pension Scheme in Punjab, financial assistance is granted to Widows/Destitute Women of the age below 58 years and unmarried women above the age of 30 years. Total annual income should not be more than Rs. 60,000/- including business or rental or interest income. Total annual income should not be more than Rs. 60,000/- including business or rental or interest income.

Eligibility Criteria for Widow/ Destitute Women Scheme

Following documents are required for widow/ destitute women scheme.

The applicant must be a citizen of Punjab
The age of the applicant should be below 58 years for Widow & Destitute. Above 30 years for Unmarried women.
Total annual Income should not be more than Rs. 60,000/- including business or rental or interest income.

Documents Required for Widow/ Destitute Women Scheme in Punjab

Following are the documents required for widow/destitute scheme in Punjab.

Judgment of court or panchayat / Divorce Deed ( In case applied by Divorced Women)
Date of Birth Proof of Widow/Destitute Women, who wants to avail widow/destitute pension A. Aadhar Card and B. Voter Card or Voter List or Birth Certificate or Matriculation Certificate
First page of Passbook
Copy of UDID Card/ Disability Certificate and Self Declaration (Only in case applied by Destitute Women whose Husband is disabled)
Copy of FIR (In case applied by Destitute whose Husband is missing)
Death Certificate of Husband (In case of widow )
Self-Declaration
Proof of husband's Missing/Divorced/Unmarried (Recommendation mentioned as per application form or if any proof avialable be attached)
Proof of husband is mentally or physically unable to earn (Certificate from Medical Officer on the Application or Separate Certificate from Medical Officer/Surgeon)
Proof of BPL (BPL Card)
Recommendation mentioned as per application form
Photo and Signature (Applicant Photo and Scan or Electronic Signature)

How to Register on Punjab Connect Portal?

Follow the below steps to register on Punjab connect portal.

Visit Punjab Connect Portal.
Click on ‘Citizen Login’.
Click on ‘Don’t have an account? Register Now’
A registration form will open on your screen.
Fill the required details like name, email, mobile number.

Select your gender.
Enter a password.
Tick the checkbox.
Click on ‘Register’.
An OTP will be sent on the entered mobile number. Enter the OTP.
An OTP will be sent on the entered email address. Enter theOTP.
Click on ‘Validate’.

How to Apply Online for Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to apply online for Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab.

Visit Punjab Connect Portal.
Click on ‘Citizen Login’.
Select the option by which you want to login.

Select ‘Services’ under ‘Apply’.
Click on ‘Apply Online Service’.
You can search for the Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in the search bar.
Click on ‘Apply’ next to ‘Punjab Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme’.

An application form will open on your screen for Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme.
Fill the form carefully.
Preview the application.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the required application fees.
Click on "Submit".
After submitting your application, you may receive an acknowledgment or reference number. Note it down for future reference.

How to Apply through Sewa Kendra for Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to apply for Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme through Sewa Kendra.

Visit the nearest Sewa Kendra in Punjab.
Fill out the application form for Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme.
Visit the Sewa Kendra with the application form and required documents.

How to Find Sewa Kendra in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to find sewa kendra in Punjab.

Visit Punjab Connect Portal.
Click on ‘Sewa Kendra’.
Click on ‘Find Sewa Kendra’
Choose your district.
Select the sewa kendra in your district.
You can find the address of the sewa kendra in your district.

How to Track Application Status of Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to track application status of Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab.

Visit Punjab Connect Portal.
Click on ‘Track Services’.
Click on ‘Track Citizen Services’.
Enter your application ID.

Enter the captcha.
Click on ‘Submit’.

How to Verify Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab Connect Portal?

Follow the below steps to verify Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab Connect Portal.

Visit Punjab Connect Portal.
Click on ‘Verify Certificate’.
Enter the document serial number.

Enter the captcha.
Click on ‘Search’.

Time Required to get Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab

Time required to get Widow/ Destitute Pension Scheme in Punjab is 31 Days

References

While crafting this guide, we have consulted reliable and authoritative sources, including official government directives, user manuals, and pertinent content sourced from government websites.

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