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Widow Pension (HBOCWWB)

State · Haryana

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: The applicant should be the widow of a deceased construction worker. The deceased worker should have been registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The deceased worker should have been a regular member of HBOCWWB for at least three years. The widow should reside in Haryana. The widow should not be employed by the Haryana Government, any board, corporation, or PSU. The widow will not be eligible for the monthly pension if she remarries. The widow should not be receiving a similar benefit from any other government entity, department, board, corporation, or PSU.

Benefits: Under the scheme, ₹3,000/- per month is given as a widow pension to the widow of the registered construction worker.

Documents: Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter Card · Passport-size photograph · Proof of Residence · Ration Card · Bank account details · Proof of age · Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) · Death Certificate of the male worker · Proof of Spouse · Proof of a three-year regular contribution fee · Undertaking · Any other documents as required

Viswakarma Pension Scheme

State · Kerala

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: 1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Kerala State. 2. The applicant should belong to the traditional Viswakarma Community of Kerala State. 3. The age of the applicant should be more than 60 years. 4. The annual family income of the applicant should be ₹1,00,000/-.

Benefits: The monthly pension amount of ₹1100/- will be given to the persons belonging to the traditional Viswakarma Communities.

Documents: Copy of the Identity proof · Proof of age · Photo of the applicant · Copy of the ration card · Caste Certificate · Income Certificate · Residence proof · Physical Disability Certificate, if applicable · Copy of Bank Passbook · Any other document, if required

Viranarayan Singh Shram Ann Yojana

State · Chhattisgarh

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: Registered unorganized workers are eligible for benefits.

Benefits: Hot food is being distributed to construction workers at ₹ 5/- in food centers. Cooked rice, dal, vegetable or khichdi, fai dal, vegetable or cumin rice, fried dal, vegetable. Pickles will also be payable along with the food.

Documents: Aadhaar Card · Permanent residence certificate · Registration Card

Silicosis Rehabilitation Pension- Haryana Silicosis Board

State · Haryana

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: Only workers who are confirmed to be suffering from Silicosis by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana, will be eligible for the assistance. The Silicosis-affected worker should be categorized as either category A, B, or C according to the ILO Classification. The worker should have been registered with the Haryana Silicosis Board. The worker should have been employed in a factory or at a construction site.

Benefits: Under this scheme, a monthly pension of ₹4,000/- is given to the Silicosis-affected worker categorized as category (A, B, or C) according to the ILO Classification, until he/she remains alive.

Documents: for registration under the Haryana Silicosis Board: · Aadhaar Card · Passport-size photograph · Medical Report (X-Ray, CT Scan, Medical Prescription, Any Other) · General Document ( ESI Card, Any Other) · Work experience document · Proof of residence · Ration Card · Bank account details · Proof of age · Any other documents as required · Documents required for Scheme Benefits: · Identity Card of the worker · Copy of Aadhaar Card & Voter ID Card · All medical records/reports · Copy of Bank Passbook

Pension Scheme (HBOCWWB)

State · Haryana

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: Applicants should be registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The registered worker must have a minimum of three years of regular membership before completing the age of 60 years. The registered worker should not be availing the pension benefits from any other Department/Board/Corporation of the Haryana Government. Note 01: It is necessary to mention the payment of the registration fee and contribution on the identity card of the registered worker. Note 02: At the time of registration, it is necessary to attach a copy of the document submitted regarding proof of age. Note 03: It is necessary to attach the No Objection Certificate issued by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment. Note 04: It is mandatory to submit/upload a life certificate every year in the month of November, otherwise, the board will be unable to give a pension.

Benefits: Under this scheme, a registered construction worker is given a pension of ₹3,250/- per month after the age of 60 years.

Documents: for registration under HBOCWWB: · Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter Card · Passport-size photograph · Attested work experience document · Proof of Residence · Ration Card · Bank account details · Caste Certificate (If applicable) · Proof of age · Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) · Disability certificate (If applicable) · Any other documents as required · Documents required for Scheme Benefits: · Identity card of the registered worker · Aadhaar Card · Proof of a three-year regular contribution fee · Proof of age at the time of Registration · No Objection Certificate issued by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment · Undertaking

Pension Benefit for the Construction Worker

State · Sikkim

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: The applicant should be a resident of Sikkim. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have served the Board for at least 90 days in a given year. For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: Should be a registered member Under the Sikkim Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Should have completed 60 years of age. Should have been working as a building worker for not less than 5 years after the registration as beneficiary under the board.

Benefits: ₹10,000/- is provided for Pension Benefit.

Documents: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: · Photographs of the concerned worker · Attested copy of Proof of Age · Attested copy of Address Proof · Details of the establishment where the applicant is working · Proof regarding Submission of Registration fees · For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: · Letter from concerned organization/establishment · Identity Card · Age proof/ Birth Certificate

Pension Benefit (GBOCWWB)

State · Goa

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: The applicant should be registered as a 'Building Worker' for not less than one year with the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The applicant should be a member of the Fund of the Board.

Benefits: Pension of ₹300/- per month, with an increase of ₹10/- for every completed year of service beyond 5 years. *The pension will be payable from the first day of the succeeding month to the month in which he/she becomes 60 years old.

Documents: Worker Registration Card/Number · Receipt of Payment of First & Last Subscription with the Board · Address Proof · Identity Card · Passbook · Challans

Labour Card and Renewal of Labour Card

State · Uttarakhand

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand. The applicant must be a worker engaged in construction, repair, maintenance, or related activities involving government and non-government buildings, as well as other construction works such as bridges, roads, airstrips, irrigation projects, water drainage systems, embankments, tunnels, flood control structures, power generation, transmission and distribution, water works, oil and gas installations, dams, canals, reservoirs, pipelines, towers, television towers, mobile/telephone towers, etc. The workers under MNREGA (such as labourers, masons, electricians, plumbers, etc.) and other construction workers are also eligible. The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age. The applicant must possess a certificate confirming that they have worked as a construction or other related worker for at least 90 days in the previous year.

Benefits: The labour card is mandatory to avail the benefits of all schemes offered by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The labour card also be used as an identification document for building and construction workers.

Documents: For Labour Card: · Two passport-size photographs · Proof of Age (any one of the following): 10th Certificate, Birth Certificate, Certificate issued by a Medical Officer, Notarized Affidavit of the Construction Worker, Voter Identity Card, Ration Card, Certificate issued by the Village Panchayat Officer / Village Head / Councillor · Proof of having worked as a construction worker for at least 90 days in the previous year · Aadhaar card of worker and dependents · Ration card · Aadhaar-linked bank account details · Self-certification/declaration form (available at Jan Suvidha Kendra) · Nomination form for legal heirs

General Pension (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)

State · Assam

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: The applicant should be a permanent resident of Assam. The applicant should be engaged in any building & other construction work. The construction worker should be registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The registered worker who has completed 60 years of age shall be eligible for the pension. A registered beneficiary who has worked as a building worker for at least one year upon reaching the age of sixty will be eligible for a pension.

Benefits: A pension of ₹2,000/- plus ₹100/- shall be given to a registered beneficiary for every completed year of service from the year of his/her registration. The pension will become payable from the first day of the succeeding to the month in which the registered worker completed 60 years of age.

Documents: for Registration under A.B.O.C.W.W.B: · Passport size photograph (Applicant and Nominee) · Proof of Age/DOB · Copy of Aadhaar Card · Copy of Voter ID Card · Bank passbook first page · Experience Certificate/Employers Certificate (90 days working record to check eligibility) · Completely filled Nomination Form · Completely filled Registration Form · Any other relevant documents · Documents required for Grant of Scheme: · ABOCWWB ID Card · Attested Copy of ID Card · Copy of Payslip of Account Pay book Showing Monthly Contribution Deposited · Loan Recovery Document, if any, from the Registering Authority · Original Registration form with all documents submitted

Family Pension (HBOCWWB)

State · Haryana

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: The applicant should be the spouse of the deceased worker. The deceased worker should have been registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The registered deceased worker must have been getting the pension from the Board.

Benefits: After the death of the worker-pensioner, half of the pension amount will be given to the dependent wife/husband as family pension every month.

Documents: for Scheme Benefits: · Identity card of the registered deceased worker · Identity proof of the spouse · Passport-size photographs · Proof of Spouse · Death Certificate of the worker · Proof of Residence · Ration Card · Bank account details · Undertaking by applicant · Any other documents as required

E-Thela Sahaayata Yojana

State · Chhattisgarh

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: Unorganized workers registered under the State Social Security Board and running hand carts are eligible for the scheme. Registered workers must be between the ages of 18 and 50. Commercial vehicle drivers must have a health certificate from the RTO. Registered workers must be registered with the Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board for at least 90 days. Each worker is only eligible for the scheme once. Exclusions: Workers who are receiving benefits from any other parallel scheme of the State Government are not eligible for this scheme.

Benefits: Registered unorganized labor individuals will need to cover the expenses of ₹ 10,000 for scheme execution. A grant of ₹ 30,000/- will be provided by the Chhattisgarh Unorganized Worker State Social Security Board. The remaining sum will be extended to the Rikshaw/Auto Driver as a bank loan, with the beneficiary responsible for repaying it within a specified timeframe and at the interest rate determined by the bank. The Board will only transfer its contribution to the beneficiary's account once all the necessary loan-related documents are submitted to the board.

Documents: Aadhar card · Permanent Residence Certificate · Copy of ration card · Bank Account Details · Receipt of e-Thela

E-Rickshaw Kalyan Yojana

State · Uttarakhand

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand. The applicant should be currently unemployed. The applicant must possess a valid driving license. The applicant must not be more than 55 years of age.

Benefits: Under this scheme, loans are provided to unemployed youth for the purchase of e-rickshaws at an annual interest rate of 9%. Additionally, under the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, savings account holders receive an insurance cover of ₹2.00 lakh for an annual premium of ₹12/-. Beneficiaries aged between 18 and 50 can also avail benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana by paying a premium of ₹330/- through their savings accounts.

Documents: Dealer’s quotation for the e-rickshaw · Details of two guarantors · Permanent Residence Certificate · Aadhaar Card · Bank account statement from the relevant cooperative bank · Voter ID card with local address · Electricity bill or water bill in the applicant’s name · Valid driving license · Tenancy certificate (for applicants renting a house) · Uttarakhand Permanent Resident Certificate (mandatory for all applicants)

Disability Pension For Registered Worker (HBOCWWB)

State · Haryana

Government Verified

For: Unorganised / construction workers

Eligibility: The worker should be registered under Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HBOCWWB). The registered worker must have minimum three-year regular memberships. The registered worker who has become disabled due to any infectious disease or accident at the workplace during the course of employment is eligible to apply under the scheme. The percentage of permanent disability should be between 70% to 100%. The worker must not be taking a disability pension from any other Haryana Government Department/ Board/ Corporation. Note 01: It is necessary to upload the No Objection Certificate issued by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment. Note 02: It is necessary to upload the declaration that the applicant is not receiving a pension from any other Government Department/Board/Corporation/institution while filling out the application form. Step 03: It is mandatory for the beneficiary to upload the life certificate and deposit the prescribed contribution every year in the month of November.

Benefits: A pension of ₹3000/- per month is given to the worker in case of disability due to any infectious disease or accident at the workplace.

Documents: Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter Card · Passport-size photograph · Undertaking · Work Slip · Proof of residence · Ration Card · Bank account details · Caste Certificate (If applicable) · Birth Certificate (If applicable) · Disability Certificate · No Objection Certificate issued by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment

Widow/Abandoned/Single Woman Pension Scheme

State · Himachal Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: Applicant must be a resident of Himachal Pradesh. Applicant must be a widow, deserted woman, or unmarried woman. Applicant's annual income should not exceed Rs. 35,000.

Benefits: Financial assistance of Rs.1,150/- per month to eligible widows, deserted women, and unmarried women. The pension amount is disbursed directly to the beneficiary's bank account. It helps improve the standard of living of eligible women and reduces their financial burden. Provides a sense of security and support to eligible women.

Documents: Recommendation from the concerned Gram Panchayat · Copy of the Parivar Register · Aadhaar Card · Bank Account

Welfare Services for Women

State · Mizoram

Needs Verification

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The following individual types of applicants are eligible under this scheme: Widows without family or financial support Women facing domestic violence Trafficked or rescued women/girls Women affected by natural disasters Women with HIV/AIDS Economically backward women Women labourers, including domestic workers

Benefits: Shelter & Protection: Establishment of Working Women Hostels. Short Stay Homes for women and girls. Financial Support: Assistance to widows without income. Support for women in distress. Skill Development & Livelihood: Vocational training programmes. Training-cum-production centres. Support for self-employment. Support Services: Legal aid and counseling services. Helplines and crisis intervention support. Health & Rehabilitation: HIV/AIDS care, treatment, and counselling. Clinical and psychological support. Awareness & Empowerment: Workshops, seminars, and awareness programmes. Education on rights and entitlements.

Documents: Identity proof · Income certificate · Proof of condition (widow certificate / medical report / FIR / etc.) · Photographs

Swami Vivekananda Single Girl Child Fellowship for Research in Social Sciences

Central

Needs Verification

For: Women & children

Eligibility: 1. Any single girl child of her parents pursuing a Ph.D. in Social Sciences in Universities/Colleges/ Institutes is eligible to apply under the scheme. In a family, if one son and one daughter are available then the girl child will not be considered for fellowship under the scheme. 2. The scheme is applicable to such a single girl child who has registered herself in regular, full-time Ph. D. program in Social Sciences in Indian Universities/Colleges/Institutes as indicated below: Universities/Colleges/Institutes included under section 2(f) and 12(b) of UGC Act, 1956. Deemed to be Universities under section 3 of the UGC Act 1956 which are eligible to receive grants in aid from UGC. Universities/Colleges/Institutes funded by Central/ State Govt. Institutes of National Importance. 3. Admission to Ph.D. Course in Distance education mode is not covered under the scheme. 4. Girl students up to the age of 40 years for the general category and 45 years for the reserved categories i.e. SC/ST/OBC and PWD (Persons with Disabilities) as on the last date of submission of online application are eligible. 5. Transgender candidates are eligible to apply under the scheme as per the norms.

Benefits: Financial Assistance The financial assistance available under the scheme is as follows: 1. Fellowship @ ₹25,000/- per month for the Initial two years; @ ₹28,000/- per month for the remaining tenure. 2. Contingency @ ₹10,000/- per annum for initial two years; @ ₹20,500/- per annum for remaining tenure. 3. Escort Reader Assistance @ ₹2,000/- per month in case of PWD candidates. Slots The number of slots for the fellowship may be decided every year on the basis of eligible applications complete in all respects, received through online mode. Tenure The tenure of the fellowship is for five years and will be effective from 1st April of the selection year or the actual date of joining under the fellowship in the University/College/Institute, whichever is later. Fellowship will be granted up to the date of submission of Ph.D. Thesis or 5 years of tenure whichever is earlier. No extension is permissible beyond the total period of five years, and the fellow ceases to be a UGC research fellow immediately after the expiry of the due date. HRA Suitable single-seated hostel accommodation may be provided to the candidates in the institutions. In such cases, the fellow is eligible to draw only hostel fees excluding mess, electricity, water charges, etc. A certificate to this effect is to be furnished through the Registrar/Director/Principal. HRA is not permissible for those candidates who are staying in Hostel accommodation. In case of non-availability of hostel accommodation, the fellow may be provided with single accommodation by the host institution. In such cases, the rent paid by the fellow on an actual basis may be reimbursed subject to the ceiling of HRA as per Govt. of India norms. If the fellow makes her own arrangements of accommodation, she may be entitled to draw HRA as per the categorization of cities by the Govt. of India. Note: In all the above cases, the fellow will submit a relevant certificate (Annexure-VI) through the concerned University/College/Institute to the identified Agency for settling the claim. Medical No separate/fixed medical assistance is provided. However, the fellow may avail of the medical facilities available in the Universities/Colleges/Institutes. Leave 1. Leave for a maximum period of 30 days in a year in addition to the public holidays that may be taken by the candidate. However, they are not entitled to any other vacation, such as summer, winter, and pooja vacations. 2. Maternity leave as per the Govt. of India norms issued from time to time would be available at full rates of the fellowship once during the tenure of their award. 3. Academic leave (without fellowship and other emoluments) shall be permissible only for one year throughout the tenure (for any kind of academic/teaching assignment/foreign visit in connection with research work). The period of leave without fellowship will be counted towards the tenure. Expenditure on foreign visits in connection to research work cannot be claimed by UGC Note: All kinds of leave should be approved at the level of the University/College/Institute.

Documents: Aadhaar Card · Proof of Identity · Proof of Age (Birth Certificate or Marksheet of Class 10th) · Bank Details · Proof of pursuing Ph.D. in Social Sciences · Passport Size Photograph · Caste Certificate (if applicable) · Disability Certificate (if applicable) · Transgender ID Card (if applicable) · Proof of being a single girl child has to be submitted on an affidavit ofRs.50/- Stamp paper from the fellow/parent duly attested by SDM/First Class Magistrate/Gazetted Officer (not below the rank of Tahsildar) as per the prescribed proforma (Annexure I) at the time of filling out the online application

Shelter Home For Women (SHW)

State · Goa

Needs Verification

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should qualify as ANY ONE of the following - A Non-Government Voluntary Organization registered under the Registration of Societies Act, 1860. A Public Trust, registered under any law for the time being in force. Local Body. Government Body. Body as specified by the Govt. having a Managing Body with powers, duties and responsibilities, the experience of working in the field of women and children welfare, and rendering their services without distinction of caste, religion or language.

Benefits: The Shelter Homes are given Financial Assistance in the form of Grants consisting of Salary Components and Maintenance Expenditures.

Documents: Proof of Registration · Details of the Admitted Women · Details of the Rehabilitation Measures (Skill Training, and Counselling) · Bank Details (for the purpose of transfer of grants)

Savitribai Jyotirao Phule Fellowship For Single Girl Child

Central

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: Any single girl child of her parents pursuing Ph.D. in any stream/subject in recognised Universities/Colleges/ Institutes is eligible to apply under the scheme. The scheme is applicable to such a single girl child who has registered herself in regular, full-time Ph. D. program. Admission to Ph.D. Course in part-time/distance mode is not covered under the scheme. A scholar is not eligible for fellowship if the research is intended/pursued through open/ part-time distance education mode or part-time mode. Girl students up to the age of 40 years for general category and 45 years for the reserved categories i.e. SC/ST/OBC and PWD (Persons with Disabilities) as on the last date of submission of online application are eligible. Both the scholar receiving the fellowship and the institution concerned, where the scholar is pursuing her Ph.D are responsible to ensure that the terms and conditions of these schemes are followed properly and only the eligible candidates get the fellowship. Exclusions: If in a family, there is one or more son and one daughter, then the girl child shall not be considered for fellowship under the scheme. Admission to Ph.D. Course in part-time/distance mode is not covered under the scheme. A scholar is not eligible for a fellowship if the research is intended/pursued through open/ part-time distance education mode or part-time mode.

Benefits: TENURE OF FELLOWSHIP: The tenure of the fellowship is for five years and will be effective from 1st April of the selection year or the actual date of joining under the fellowship in the University/College/Institute, whichever is later. Fellowship will be granted upto the date of submission of Ph.D. Thesis or 5 years of tenure whichever is earlier. No extension is permissible beyond the total period of five years, and the fellow ceases to be a UGC research fellow immediately after the expiry of the due date.  FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: Fellowship: JRF @ ₹ 37,000/- p.m. for initial two years (subject to satisfactory progress of research work) SRF @ ₹ 42,000/- p.m. for remaining tenure (subject to satisfactory progress of research work) Contingency: For Humanities and Social Sciences: @ ₹ 10,000/- p.a. for the initial two years, @ ₹ 20,500/- p.a. for the remaining tenure. For Science, Engineering, and Technology @ ₹ 12,000/- p.a. for the initial two years, @ ₹ 25,000/- p.a. for the remaining tenure. Escort Reader Assistance: @ ₹ 3,000/- p.m. in the case of ‘Divyang’ scholars.  Note: At the end of tenure/termination of fellowship/resignation of scholar, the books, journals, and equipment purchased out of the contingency grant shall become the property of the institution concerned.  HRA: (i) Hostel accommodation may be provided to the scholars by their institutions. In such cases, the scholar is eligible to draw only hostel fees excluding mess, electricity, water charges, etc. In case, a scholar refuses the hostel accommodation, he/she shall not be eligible to draw HRA. (ii) In case of non-availability of hostel accommodation, the scholar may be provided with single accommodation by the host institution. In such cases, the rent paid by the scholar on an actual basis shall be reimbursed, subject to the ceiling of HRA as per Govt. of India norms. (iii) If the scholar makes her own arrangements of accommodation, he/she shall be entitled to draw HRA as per ceiling and categorization of cities by the Govt. of India. In case, the scholar wishes to draw HRA, he/she is required to submit a certificate, in the prescribed format, to her institution.  MEDICAL ASSISTANCE: No separate/fixed medical assistance is provided. However, the scholars may avail the medical facilities available in their Institutions concerned.  LEAVE: (i) Earned Leave for a maximum period of 30 days in a year in addition to public holidays may be taken by a scholar. However, they are not entitled to any other vacation, such as summer, winter, and pooja vacations, etc. (ii) Maternity/paternity leave as per the Govt. of India norms issued from time to time shall be available for female scholars at full rates of the fellowship once during the tenure of the fellowship. The period of leave without fellowship, if any, shall be counted towards the tenure. Besides this, an ‘Intermittent Break’ for a maximum total period of 1 year may also be permissible for women scholars. The break can be availed a maximum of 3 times during the entire period of the fellowship. However, the total duration of the break shall not exceed one year. No fellowship shall be available for the period of such break(s). This period of intermittent breaks shall not be counted towards the tenure of the fellowship, and thus effectively the total period of fellowship shall remain the same. (iii) Academic leave (without fellowship and other emoluments) shall be permissible only for one year throughout the tenure (for any kind of academic/teaching assignment/foreign visit in connection with research work). The period of leave without fellowship will be counted towards the tenure. Expenditure on foreign visits in connection to research work cannot be claimed from UGC. (iv) All kinds of leave shall be availed by the scholar only with due approval of the institution concerned.

Documents: Scanned copy of your passport-size photograph and signature (size upto 1MB , format: jpg) · Complete Research proposal (size upto 5 MB) and an abstract (size upto 1MB) · After filling out the application form, an auto-generated form will be displayed on your screen. Please take the printout of the same, get it signed by the · HoD/Registrar and upload the same before the submission of the application form · Proof of being a single girl child has to be submitted from the parents on an affidavit of Rs. 100/- stamp paper duly attested by SDM/First Class Magistrate/Tahsildar as per the prescribed proforma. In case, the parents are not alive, the affidavit can be submitted by the guardian of the Candidate (Size: less than 1MB)

Sakhi Niwas - Working Women's Hostel

State · Uttarakhand

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand. The applicant must be a woman pursuing higher education or professional training, or a working woman.

Benefits: Under this scheme, hostels have been arranged for women to stay in urban areas by paying a nominal fee. Facilities include: Accommodation, Mess, Library, Gym, TV Hall, Creche, and more.

Documents: Aadhaar card · Details of family members

Maternity Benefit Scheme (HBOCWWB)

State · Haryana

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The women worker should be registered under Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HBOCWWB). The registered women worker should have a minimum of one-year regular membership. The registered women worker is not eligible for maternity benefits in case the husband is availing paternity benefits from any department/board/corporation. Note 01: The benefits of the scheme will be given on the birth of child up to two children but expandable up to the birth of three daughters irrespective of the order of their birth. Note 02: It is mandatory to submit the application form along with all the documents to the competent authority within one year of delivery. Note 03: After the birth of the children, it is necessary to attach the birth certificate along with the application.

Benefits: Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹36,000/- (i.e. ₹30,000/- for motherhood and ₹6000/- for nutritious food) will be given to registered women construction workers after the birth of the child.

Documents: Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter Card · Passport-size photograph · A copy of Undertaking · A copy Work Slip · Proof of residence · Ration Card · Bank account details · Caste Certificate · Birth Certificate · Undertaking that the husband has not claimed the paternity benefit from this board or any other Department/ Board/Corporation · Note 01: After the birth of the child, it is necessary to attach the birth certificate along with the application form · Note 02: It is mandatory to submit the application form along with all the documents to the competent authority within one year of delivery

Maternity Benefit Scheme - Telangana

State · Telangana

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: For construction workers themselves (Women only) The construction worker should be registered under the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The construction worker should be a woman. The construction worker should have been registered for at least 12 months before the date of delivery. The construction work can get this assistance only twice.  For wife/daughters of construction workers The construction workers should be registered under the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The construction worker can receive the scheme benefits twice for up to two daughters. The construction worker should have been registered for at least 12 months before the date of delivery. If both parents are registered workers, only one parent is eligible for the scheme amount.

Benefits: Financial Assistance: A total amount of ₹30,000/- per delivery is provided, limited to two deliveries.  Payment Breakdown: ₹10,000/- is paid during the 7th month of pregnancy to compensate for wage loss during the later stages of pregnancy. ₹20,000/- is paid after the delivery.

Documents: Passport-size Photograph · Registration Card under BOCW Act (Attested copy) · Renewal Challan Copy · Delivery Certificate issued by the PHC/ Local area hospital or Medical Officer of the Pvt. Hospital (Attested copy) · Pre-home Delivery Certificate issued by the Panchayat Secretary in case of delivery in a Village · Birth Certificate of the child · Advance Stamped Receipt · 1st page of Bank pass book (Attested copy)

Maternity Benefit for Women Beneficiaries

State · Nagaland

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a registered women construction worker under the Nagaland Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board or the wife of a registered male worker. The applicant should be Pregnant. Benefit is available for the first two live births.

Benefits: Financial assistance of ₹6,000/- per pregnancy (up to two times).

Documents: Aadhaar Card of the Applicant and Registered Worker · Admission and Discharge Summary (issued by the Medical Officer of the Hospital where the baby was delivered) · Combined Certificate (issued from the Chairperson of the Village Health Committee and VCC for home delivery cases) · Birth Certificate of the Child · Bank Account Passbook · Any Other Documents if required

Maternity Benefit (O.B.O.C.W.W.B)

State · Odisha

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: The applicant should be a resident of Odisha. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year. The applicant should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law. For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: The applicant should be female. The applicant should be a registered member of the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The applicant should be registered for a period of one year or more under the board. The applicant should be pregnant.

Benefits: Quantum of Assistance: ₹8,000/- to ₹10,000/- per Child. For eligible beneficiaries under “Mamata” being implemented by W&CD Department: ₹15,000/- (₹10,000/- under OB&OCWW Board and ₹5,000/- under “Mamata”). Note: Assistance shall be given for a maximum of two children.

Documents: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: · Aadhaar Linked Bank Passbook Front Page Copy (Allowed file types: PNG, JPG, PDF. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · Passport Size Photo (Allowed type: PNG, JPG. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · Aadhaar Card (Allowed file types: PNG, JPG, PDF. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · Signature of Applicant (Allowed type: PNG, JPG. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · Employment certificate (Allowed file types: PNG, JPG, PDF. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: · Registration ID card of the member · Proof of deposit of annual contribution of the member · Medical Certificate · Any other documents if required

Maternity Benefit (MBOCWWB)

State · Meghalaya

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya. The applicant should be a woman engaged in building or other construction works. The applicant should be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The applicant should have an active membership of the Board. Women workers are eligible to avail of maternity benefits during their maternity period. This benefit shall not be allowed for more than twice.

Benefits: The registered women construction workers shall receive financial assistance of ₹1,000/- as maternity benefits during their maternity period.

Documents: Enclosures required for New Registration under MBOCWWB: · Photograph of the worker · ID Proof of worker (Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver's License, Aadhaar Card, Passport are acceptable) · Employer Certificate/Self Certification (Issued Either by the Labour Inspector or the Employer or SDO/AEE of Works Department) · Bank Passbook of the worker · eShram ID card, if any · Age proof of concerned building worker/applicant i.e. School certificate, Certificate from the Registrar of Birth and Deaths, Certificate from the Medical Officer not below the rank of an Assistant Surgeon in Government Service, Electoral Photo Identity Card · Nomination Form duly signed by the applicant · Self-declaration towards non-enrolment as a member of any other welfare fund/ board · SC/ST Certificate (if applicable) · Any other documents as required · Enclosures required for Maternity Benefits: · MBOCWWB ID Card · Medical Certificate from the Doctor concerned with proper Signature and Claim · Challans of Bills (Received/Used in the Hospital) during the Stay · Challan/Receipt of the last Monthly Subscription paid

Maternity Benefit (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)

State · Assam

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a permanent resident of Assam. The applicant should be a woman worker. The applicant should be engaged in any building & other construction work. The construction worker should be registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The applicant should have an active membership with the Board. The benefit under this scheme shall be given for the birth of two children only.

Benefits: The registered woman beneficiary shall be given ₹20,000/- each as maternity benefit during the period of maternity.

Documents: for Registration under A.B.O.C.W.W.B: · Passport size photograph (Applicant and Nominee) · Proof of age/DOB · Copy of Aadhaar Card · Copy of Voter ID card · Bank passbook first page · Experience Certificate/Employers Certificate (90 days working record to check eligibility) · Completely filled Nomination Form · Completely filled Registration Form · Any other relevant documents · Documents required for Grant of Scheme: · ABOCWWB ID Card · Copy of Pay slip of Account Pay book Showing Monthly Contribution Deposited · Medical Certificate Width Other Related Documents in Original

Maternity Benefit

State · West Bengal

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: The applicant should be a resident of West Bengal. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year. For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: The applicant should be a registered female member or wife of a male member Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of West Bengal. The applicant should be pregnant.

Benefits: Quantum of Assistance: ₹6,000/-. Note: The benefit shall be allowed for two times in beneficiarie's whole life time.

Documents: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: · Passport size photographs of the worker (Four copies) · Attested copy of Proof of Age · For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: · Identity Card of the member · Medical Certificate · Any other document if required

Marriage Benefit (MBOCWWB)

State · Meghalaya

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The beneficiary should be a resident of Meghalaya. The beneficiary should be engaged in a building or other construction work. The beneficiary should be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The workers having continuous membership for 3 years shall be eligible to get financial assistance under the scheme. The registered workers can apply for financial assistance for their own marriage. A registered worker can avail of this assistance once only. The registered workers can apply for financial assistance for the marriage of all their adult children, subject to the production of proper documentation such as Marriage Certificates, etc.

Benefits: The financial assistance of ₹5,000/- shall be given to the registered workers for their own marriage. The financial assistance of ₹5,000/- shall be provided to registered workers for the marriage of all their adult children, subject to the production of proper documentation such as Marriage Certificates, etc.

Documents: Enclosures required for New Registration under MBOCWWB: · Photograph of the worker · ID Proof of worker (Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver's License, Aadhaar Card, Passport are acceptable) · Employer Certificate/Self Certification (Issued Either by the Labour Inspector or the Employer or SDO/AEE of Works Department) · Bank Passbook of the worker · eShram ID card, if any · Age proof of concerned building worker/applicant i.e. School certificate, Certificate from the Registrar of Birth and Deaths, Certificate from the Medical Officer not below the rank of an Assistant Surgeon in Government Service, Electoral Photo Identity Card · Nomination Form duly signed by the applicant · Self-declaration towards non-enrolment as a member of any other welfare fund/ board · SC/ST Certificate (if applicable) · Any other documents as required · Enclosures required for application of Marriage Assistance: · MBOCWWB ID Card of worker · Marriage Certificate · Challan/Receipt of the Last Monthly Subscription paid · Bank Passbook

Marriage Assistance Scheme (MPBOCWWB)

State · Madhya Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: For Registration The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in any building or other construction work for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months. The registration of the applicant should be renewed annually. For Application The applicant should be a registered female worker or the daughter of a registered worker. The applicant should participate in the "Chief Minister Kanya Vivaah/Nikah Scheme". The bride should be at least 18 years old. The applicant should not have received similar assistance before.

Benefits: ₹55,000/- Total Assistance ₹11,000/- Cash Support ₹38,000/- For Materials ₹6,000/- For Mass Marriage Organizer

Documents: For Registration · Copy of the Composite ID · Copy of the First Page of the Passbook of the Applicant's Own Bank Account · 02 Passport-size Photographs of the Applicant · Proof of Residence (Voter ID/license/Electricity Bill/Ration Card/aadhaar Card) · Self-attested Signed Proof/Thumb Impression Certificate Regarding 90 Days' Employment · For Application · Identity Card of the Registered Worker · Bank Account Details · Proof of Residence (e.g., Utility Bill, Voter ID, etc.) · Marriage Invitation Card (original) · Proof of Relationship with the Registered Worker · Age Proof of the Bride

Marriage Assistance (O.B.O.C.W.W.B)

State · Odisha

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: The applicant should be a resident of Odisha. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year. The applicant should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law. For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: The applicant should be female. The applicant should be a registered member of the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board or an unmarried girl child aged above 18 years of the member. The member should be registered for a period of one year or more under the board.

Benefits: Quantum of Assistance: ₹50,000/-. Note: Assistance shall be given for a maximum of two children. In case both spouses are registered beneficiaries, the benefit will be extended to one spouse only.

Documents: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: · Aadhaar Linked Bank Passbook Front Page Copy (Allowed file types: PNG, JPG, PDF. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · Passport Size Photo (Allowed type: PNG, JPG. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · Aadhaar Card (Allowed file types: PNG, JPG, PDF. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · Signature of Applicant (Allowed type: PNG, JPG. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · Employment certificate (Allowed file types: PNG, JPG, PDF. Allowed size: less than 500 KB) · For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: · Photograph of the Couple · Copy of the Money Receipt of Annual Contribution · Copy of the Marriage Certificate issued by the concerned Authority or Certificate by Sarpanch/ Chairman of Panchayat Samiti/ Zilla Parishad Member/ Municipal Counsellor/ Corporator/ Executive Officer of Local Bodies regarding solemnization of the marriage · An undertaking from the applicant ( Stating that either his/her spouse is not a registered beneficiary under the Board or if registered, his/her spouse has not applied for such benefit separately. In case, the spouse is a registered beneficiary, the registration number of the spouse should be mentioned) · Any other documents if required

Marriage Assistance (JKBOCWWB)

Central

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker The applicant should be a resident of Jammu & Kashmir. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in any building or other construction work for at least 90 days during the preceding 12 months. The applicant should be registration is renewed annually. For Application to the Scheme The applicant should be a registered member under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Jammu & Kashmir. The assistance is available for up to three marriages of the worker's dependent sons, daughters, siblings, or the worker themselves. The worker's membership must be active at the time of applying for the scheme. The applicant must provide proof of the dependent relationship for sons, daughters, siblings, or self.

Benefits: Marriage Assistance of ₹25,000/- is provided to a registered construction worker for the marriage of their dependent (sons, daughters, siblings, or themselves). NOTE: Up to three marriages can be covered under the scheme for the worker's dependents or for the worker themselves.

Documents: For Registration - · Passport-size photograph · Proof of age (e.g., birth certificate, school certificate) · Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card) · Details of EPF (Employees' Provident Fund), if applicable · Proof of address (e.g., utility bill, voter ID) · 90 Days Work Duration Certificate issued by the competent authority · Bank account details (e.g., copy of bank passbook) · Any other document as required · For Application - · Nikkah Nama (for Muslim marriages), attested by a gazetted officer · Marriage Certificate from MP/MLA/MLC, Sarpanch, Municipal Councillor, or Tehsildar · Photo of Bride and Groom (one photo together, either at the time of marriage or later) · Original Marriage Invitation Card · Marriage Registration Certificate (if registered with the Marriage Officer) · Affidavit attested by 1st Class Magistrate regarding the genuineness of the claim · Marriage must be after Registration of the beneficiary to claim assistance · Dependent Certificate (for brothers/sisters), issued by Naib Tehsildar/Tehsildar, confirming dependency and avoiding fraud

Marriage Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)

State · Assam

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a permanent resident of Assam. The applicant should be engaged in any building & other construction work. The construction worker should be registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The workers having continuous membership for 5 years shall be eligible to get financial assistance under the scheme. This assistance shall be for the marriage of two children of the beneficiary. A female member registered under A.B.O.C.W.W.B is also eligible for this assistance for her own marriage.

Benefits: The financial assistance of ₹25,000/- shall be given to registered workers for the marriage of their children. This assistance shall be for the marriage of two children of the registered workers. A female registered worker is also eligible for this assistance for her own marriage.

Documents: for Registration under A.B.O.C.W.W.B: · Passport size photograph (Applicant and Nominee) · Proof of Age/DOB · Copy of Aadhaar Card · Copy of Voter ID Card · Bank passbook first page · Experience Certificate/Employers Certificate (90 days working record to check eligibility) · Completely filled Nomination Form · Completely filled Registration Form · Any other relevant documents · Documents required for Grant of Scheme: · ABOCWWB ID Card · Copy of Payslip of Account Pay book Showing Monthly Contribution Deposited · Marriage Certificate

Marriage Assistance

State · Tamil Nadu

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: Should have contributed to Labour Welfare Fund. Employee’s monthly salary not exceeding Rs.25,000/- (Basic pay + DA).

Benefits: A sum of Rs.10,000/- for both male and female is given as Marriage Assistance to employees or their Son/Daughter who legally attain the age of marriage.

Documents: Marriage Invitation Original · School Transfer Certificate(TC) for both Bride and Groom attested by Government gazette officers · The Receipt of the Marriage Hall / Temple / Register Marriage Certificate Xerox with Government gazette officers attestation · Aadhar card and Ration card Xerox with Government gazette officers attestation · Salary slip of the Employee · Labour Welfare Fund contribution Receipt Xerox · Name list of the paid Labour Welfare Fund · Bank passbook front page – 2 copies

Integrated Hostel Scheme

State · Madhya Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh. The applicant should belong to the Other Backward Castes, Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes category. The applicant should be studying in a government school in Madhya Pradesh. The applicant should be studying in class 1 to 12 or college-level classes. The applicant should reside in a remote rural area (priority given). The applicant's school should be within a maximum distance of 3 km for girls or 8 km for boys. The applicant should not have any income restrictions.

Benefits: The hostel provides free residential facilities, including accommodation, electricity, water, meals, furniture, bedding, library, coaching, and basic amenities.

Documents: Passport-size Photograph · Aadhaar card · Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh · Caste certificate · Previous class passing certificate/marksheet · Samagra ID · Bank account details/Bank Passbook · Other necessary documents if required

Individual loaning scheme: Haryana Women Development Corporation

State · Haryana

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant must be female. The applicant must require a loan for a project not exceeding ₹1,50,000/-. The applicant's annual income must be less than ₹1,50,000/- per annum. The applicant's spouse or parents are not income tax payees. The age of the prospective beneficiary should be between 18 and 60 years at the time of applying for the loan.

Benefits: 1. Financial Assistance: For economically viable projects, the total cost of which should not exceed ₹1,50,000/-. 2. Subsidy: 25% (subject to a maximum of ₹10,000/-) for other categories. 25% (subject to a maximum of ₹25,000/-) for Scheduled Caste (SC) Categories. Earlier, the subsidy was only 10% (subject to a maximum of ₹5,000/-) for all categories. 3. Beneficiary Share: 10% of the project cost. 4. Balance Loan Amount: Provided by commercial/nationalised banks.

Documents: Parivar Pehchan Patra Number · Residence Proof (Ration Card/Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP)/Family ID) · Affidavit Of Annual Income · Cast Certificate

Government Working Women’s Hostel

State · Tamil Nadu

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a working woman. If the applicant is in Chennai, the income of the applicant should not exceed ₹25000/- per month. If the applicant is in a district other than Chennai, the income of the applicant should not exceed ₹15000/- per month.

Benefits: Affordable Monthly Rent: ₹300/- per month in Chennai and ₹200/- per month in other Districts. Safe accommodation, food, and electricity charges on a dividing basis. The women can stay for 3 years in the hostel.

Documents: Certificates issued by the employer · Income Certificate · Certificate showing that the applicant belongs to a District / Place other than the place where the hostel is located

Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students

State · Puducherry

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should either be a woman employed in government office/organizations/firm, or a girl student studying in college. The income of the working woman should not exceed ₹5000 per month.

Benefits: Affordable Monthly Rent: ₹650 for working women, ₹500 for girl students. Furnished Accommodation with Essential Facilities: a cot with mattress, lockable cupboards, television, newspapers, magazines, etc. *The cost of food is divided among the inmates.

Documents: Pay Certificate from the Organization/Firm (in the case of Working Woman) · Study Certificate from the Institution (in the case of Student) · Aadhaar Card · Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department · Income Certificate from the Revenue Department · Voter ID Card · Passport-sized Photograph · Declaration/Undertaking (if any) · In the absence of an Aadhaar Card · the applicant is required to provide his/her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with ANY ONE of the following documents - · Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo · Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card · Passport · Ration Card · Voter Identity Card · MGNREGA Card · Kisan Photo Passbook · Driving license issued by the Licensing Authority under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of · Certificate of identity having a photo of such person issued by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar on an official letterhead · Any other document as specified by the Department

Financial Assistance for Marriage for the Construction Workers

State · Delhi

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: For Registration The applicant should be a resident of Delhi. The applicant should be a Building/Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have served the Board for at least 90 days in a given year. For Application Registered women member Under the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Or, Wives of registered male members Under the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Benefits: Marriage of female registered member: ₹51,000/-. Marriage of male registered member: ₹35,000/-. Marriage of daughter of registered members: ₹51,000/-. Marriage of son of registered members : ₹35,000/-.

Documents: Age Proof of Groom, · Age Proof of Bride, · Marriage Card (Original), · Marriage Photograph of Applicant with Spouse/Bride and Groom, · Marriage Certificate

Financial Assistance for Marriage (GBOCWWB)

State · Goa

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a Worker registered with the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The worker should have a continuous membership with the Board for 3 years. The scheme also applies to the female beneficiary for her own marriage.

Benefits: Financial Assistance of ₹4,000/-.

Documents: Worker Registration Card/Number · Receipt of Payment of First & Last Subscription with the Board · Proof of Age of the Bride · Proof of Age of the Groom · Marriage Certificate, containing the date and the address of the authority who has issued the certificate

Financial Assistance For Marriage (APB&OCWWB)

State · Arunachal Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: 1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh. 2. The applicant must be employed in the Building and Other Construction works. 3. The applicant should be registered with Labour Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB). 4. The applicant’s membership must be active at the time of application for availing marriage assistance of his/her children. 5. The age of applicant’s children should be above 18 and 21 years of age for female and male respectively.

Benefits: 1. Under this scheme, the cash assistance of ₹10,000/- will be given to the registered workers.

Documents: Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID card etc · Xerox copy of the registration card of the worker · Application form · Bank Account number/ front page of the passbook · Passport size photographs · Birth certificate as age proof of children · Address proof

Education Development Scholarship for Single Girl Child

State · Madhya Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a girl student. The applicant should be the only girl child of her parents. The girl student should be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh. The girl student should have scored 60% or more marks in the 10th class examination under the curriculum of the Madhya Pradesh Secondary Education Board. The girl should be studying in Class 11 or 12 at a recognized private school. The school tuition fees should be less than ₹1,500/- per month. The girl student should have passed the previous class. Note 1: If the parents are government employees, a certificate from the head of the office confirming the applicant is the only child or an attested copy of the family list in the ration card, is required. Note 2: If the parents are not government employees, an affidavit from a notary confirming the applicant is the only child, or an attested copy of the ration card, is required.

Benefits: Under the scheme, a scholarship of ₹5,000/- per year is given to single girl child students. Note: The scholarship will be deposited directly into the student's bank account.

Documents: Passport-size Photograph · Aadhaar card · Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh · Single child certificate/document · Ration Card · Mark sheet of class 10th/11th · Samagra ID · Bank Passbook · Any other documents as required

District Central Cooperative Banks and through its Branches: For Working Women

State · Tamil Nadu

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu. The beneficiary should be a working woman.

Benefits: Access to Loan: Up to ₹20,000/-. Interest Rate: 12% (subject to change).

Documents: Identity proof (Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.) · Address proof · Proof of employment or work-related documents · Any other documents (if required)

CBSE Merit Scholarship Scheme For Single Girl Child

Central

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a single girl child of her parents. The applicant should have secured 70% or more marks in CBSE class 10th examination. The applicant should be studying in Class 11 or 12 in a CBSE-affiliated school. The applicant should have a tuition fee not exceeding ₹2,500 per month in class 10th. The applicant should have a tuition fee not exceeding ₹3,000 per month in classes 11th and 12th. The applicant should have gross parental/family income not exceeding ₹8,00,000 per annum. The applicant should be an Indian National. The applicant should continue her studies in classes 11th and 12th. All children born together (such as twins) are considered a single girl child. NRI students are eligible and their tuition fee should not exceed ₹6,000 per month.

Benefits: Financial Assistance ₹1,000 per month per student provided for a maximum period of 2 years (classes 11th and 12th) Mode of Disbursement Direct transfer through ECS (Electronic Clearing Service) / NEFT (National Electronic Funds Transfer) Validity Up to completion of class 12 (maximum 2 years), subject to renewal conditions

Documents: Passport Size Photograph and Scanned Signature · Aadhaar Card · Admission Proof · Student’s ID card · Class 10th Mark Sheet · Class 11th Mark Sheet (For Renewal Cases) · Bank Account Details (Aadhaar-Linked) · Fee Receipt Verified By School Principal · Income Affidavit On ₹50 Stamp Paper (Self-Declaration By Parent) Affidavit Attested By Gazetted Officer / Sub-Divisional Magistrate / First-Class Magistrate

Amma Two Wheeler Scheme for Working Women

State · Tamil Nadu

Government Verified

For: Women & children

Eligibility: The applicant should be a native of and residing in Tamil Nadu. The applicant should be in the age group of 18 to 40 years. The applicant should know how to drive and possess a valid Two Wheeler / Learner License Registration (LLR) at the time of applying. The annual income of the beneficiary should not exceed ₹ 2,50,000/-. Only woman and only one woman will be eligible to avail of the benefit in a family. The applicant should have appeared for the class 8th examination (Passed/Failed). Priority will be given to working women residing in remote places, hilly regions, women-headed households, deserted women, destitute widows, differently abled women, Unmarried women aged above 35 years, Scheduled Caste/Tribes, and Transgender.  Note Saving clause: if the applicant has applied with a Learner License Registration(LLR) she should get a valid Two Wheeler Driving License before submitting the subsidy claim form. She should also attach a copy of the two Wheeler Driving License to the subsidy claim form, at the time of applying. Further, she should produce the original Driving License for official verification, as and when needed. Exclusions: Women who are engaged individually or collectively as a group for a livelihood activity/wage employment and are commuting for a long distance and their earnings being the primary source of income for the family are the intended beneficiaries. This will also include (among others) the following categories.  i. Women registered as workers in the Organized and Unorganized sectors. ii. Women employed in Shops and Establishments. iii. Self-employed women involved in petty trades or otherwise. iv. Women working in Government Aided Organisations / Private Institutions / Government Projects / Community-Based Organizations – Panchayats Level Federations(PLF) Village Poverty Reduction Committees (VPRCs), Mavatta Makkal Kattral Maiyam (Makamai), who are either on consolidated salary or daily wages or on contract employment. v. Banking correspondents/Banking Facilitators and ASHA workers.

Benefits: The reservation under the Amma two-wheeler scheme is as follows: 21% of the scheme's allocation is reserved for women belonging to Scheduled Castes. 1% of the scheme’s allocation is reserved for women belonging to Scheduled Tribes. 4% of the scheme’s allocation is reserved for differently abled women (across all categories).  Subsidy: A beneficiary under this scheme will be provided with a maximum subsidy of 50% of the cost of the vehicle or ₹25,000/- whichever is less, to purchase a brand new motorized gearless / auto-geared two-wheeler whose engine capacity should not exceed 125cc. The balance cost, over and above the subsidy amount, has to be borne by the beneficiary through a bank/institutional loan or her funds.  Loan Facilities: The beneficiary can buy the vehicle of her choice from her funds or by availing loans from Banks/Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) governed by the rules of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Reimbursement of subsidy to the beneficiary will be permitted in case the vehicle is purchased from her funds, subject to the fulfillment of the other conditions specified for eligibility

Documents: Proof of Age (18 to · / Date of birth · Proof of Residence ( EPIC card, Driving License, Aadhar Card, Utility Bills, etc.,in the Applicant’s name) · Driving License / Learner License Registration (LLR) issued by competent authority · Income Certificate issued by Employer / Self Certification · Proof of Employment issued by the Employer/Organization/Project Head/society in case of Wage / Salaried employment · Aadhaar card · Proof of Educational Qualification / Appearance for the VIII standard exams (Transfer Certificate, SSLC, etc.,) · Passport size photograph · Proof to establish membership of priority category, wherever applicable · Community Certificate (in case of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) category) · Differently Abled Identity Card issued by a competent authority · Quotation/Pro-forma invoice of the vehicle · Note: Driving license / Learner License Registration (LLR) and age proof are mandatory at the time of applying. Any shortcomings should be intimated to the applicant in the acknowledgment slip (Annexure C

Vayomadhuram Scheme For Providing Glucometer To Senior Citizens

State · Kerala

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State. The applicant’s age has to be 60 years or above. The applicants should be from Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. An authorized Doctor has to certify that the applicant is suffering from diabetes. Note: If there are a large number of applicants, priority will be given to older persons.

Benefits: Glucometers are provided freely to elderly diabetic persons coming under Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. Glucometers are provided to 1000 diabetic old age persons in each district of Kerala.

Documents: Identity card i.e. Aadhaar Card · Proof of Age (Any document approved by the government) · Mobile number · Email id · Passport size photo · Medical certificate issued by Govt./NRHM Doctor certifying that the applicant is suffering from diabetes · Self-attested copy of BPL ration card / Copy of BPL certificate issued from Panchayat/ Municipality /Corporation / BPL Income certificate from concerned Village office · Bank details- Copy of Pass Book · Other documents, if any

Uttar Pradesh Old Age Pension Scheme

State · Uttar Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: Age should be between 60 to 150. Applicant should be below poverty line or his/her annual income should be upto for Rural Areas Rs. 46,080/- and Urban Areas Rs. 56,460/-. Exclusions: Not eligible if the applicant is benefited from other pension schemes.

Benefits: Monthly pension Rs. 1000/-.

Documents: Photograph · Income certificate · Age Certificate

State Senior Citizens Home

State · Mizoram

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant should be a resident of Mizoram. The applicant's age should be 60 years or older. The applicant should have no supporter/relative.

Benefits: Safe and secure living space for homeless elderly residents. Recreational and wellness programs to enhance quality of life. Access to essential amenities and supportive care.

Documents: V.C or Local Council Letter · Branch YMA Recognition Letter · Doctor's Letter (As available)

Senior Citizens Saving Scheme

Central

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: Indian citizens above the age of 60 years Retirees in the age bracket of 55-60 years who have opted for Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) or Superannuation* Retired defense personnel above 50 years and below 60 years of age*  (*Investment must be made within a month of availing the retirement benefits.) Exclusions: Hindu Undivided Family (HUFs) and Non-resident Indians (NRIs) are not eligible to invest in Senior Citizen Savings Scheme.

Benefits: :  Hassle-Free Process: Individuals can open their accounts at any post office or authorized bank in India. SCSS Tax Benefits: Under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, the principal amount invested in this scheme is eligible for deduction up to a limit of ₹1.5 lakhs in a year. Furthermore, interest earned on SCSS is taxable according to an individual’s tax slab. However, if the amount exceeds ₹50,000 for a fiscal, TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) is applicable. High-Interest Rate: SCSS offers an interest rate of 7.4% per year.  Features:  Varying Interest Rates: The SCSS interest rate is modified once in every 3 months. Therefore, this rate of interest is subject to revision 4 times in a year. Assured Returns: The returns on this scheme are issued as it is a government-backed instrument. Moreover, contrary to market-linked investments, which are subject to fluctuations, SCSS is safe and offers assured returns to individuals. Maturity Duration: SCSS comes with a maturity period of 5 years. That said, one can extend the scheme for another 3 years by submitting a duly filled-up Form B. Nonetheless, in this regard, the interest rate as per the quarter is levied. Deposit Limit: Individuals can deposit a minimum of ₹ 1,000 to open their accounts. Moreover, one can deposit ₹ 15 lakh or the amount of retirement benefit, whichever is lower. Account Closure: Deductions are made against premature withdrawals. If closed before a period of 2 years, 1.5% deduction will be made as a penalty. Furthermore, if closed after 2 years, 1% is deducted. However, for extended accounts, one can withdraw funds post one year without attracting penalties. Quarterly Disbursals: One can expect quarterly disbursements against the deposited amount. The interest gets credited to the account on the 1st of April, July, October, and January. Nomination Option: The account holder can register a nominee to the Senior Citizens Saving Scheme. So, if the account holder passes away before maturity, the nominee will receive the due amount.

Documents: KYC Documents: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, PAN Card, Passport · Utility Bills: Telephone bill, Electricity bill · Senior Citizen Card or Birth Certificate (Case Specific) · 2 passport-size photographs

Sanctioning Spectacles to Senior Citizens

State · Andhra Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant's age should be 60 years and above. The applicant should not have availed the benefit of this scheme earlier.

Benefits: Distribution of Daisy Players. Category I: Parent/Guardian income up to ₹15,000/- per month – full cost covered. Category II: Parent/Guardian income from ₹15,001 to ₹20,000/- per month – half of the cost covered. Category III: Parent/Guardian income above ₹20,000/- per month – full cost to be borne by the beneficiary.

Documents: Income Certificate · Medical Recommendation (not below the rank of Assistant Civil Surgeon Certificate) · Aadhaar Card · Cell/Mobile Number

Sanction of Adult Sticks to Senior Citizens

State · Andhra Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant should have 40% or above disability and meet the eligibility criteria as specified in the RPwD Act, 2016. The applicant should be eligible for sanction only once in three years. The applicant's family annual income should not exceed ₹3,00,000/-.

Benefits: Eligible beneficiaries of this scheme will be provided with a DAISY Player to facilitate accessible learning and information access.

Documents: Disability Certificate · Aadhaar Card · Caste Certificate in case of SC/ST/BC · Passport size photo · Latest Income Certificate/ BPL Ration Card

Pension To The Disabled Person

State · Chandigarh

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant's disability must be to the extent of 40% or above then they will be eligible to avail the benefit of same. The applicant must be a resident of UT Chandigarh for more than 3 years. The family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹1.50 lacs annually. Exclusions: An individual who is disabled less than 40%. Individual who is not resident of Chandigarh UT. Individual who is resident of Chandigarh for less than 3 years. Individual whose family income exceeds Rs.1.50 lacs p.a.

Benefits: The pension payable to each person shall be ₹1000/- per annum to those persons having 40% to 70% of disability. ₹2000/-per annum to those persons having more than 70% of disability.

Documents: Two passport size photographs · Certificate of disability having percentage of disability 40% or above · Aadhar Card · Residence proof of three years (Voter Card, Ration Card, Electricity Bill etc)

Pension Scheme to Old Age Persons (Senior Citizen)-DNH&DD

Central

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant should be a domicile of the Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. The applicant should be 60 years or older. The applicant's annual family income should not exceed ₹1,50,000/-. The applicant should not be receiving financial assistance under any other old age pension scheme.

Benefits: Quantum & Nature of Assistance: 1. Senior citizens aged 60–69 years: Monthly pension of ₹1,500/-. 2. Senior citizens aged 70 years and above: Monthly pension of ₹2,000/-. Note: The mode of fund transfer shall be Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Documents: Proof of Age (In case of non-availability of age proof the beneficiary shall be referred to the Medical Board (Government Hospital) of the concerned district for verification of age.) · Income Certificate issued by the Competent Authority · Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority · Copy of Bank Pass Book (Aadhaar linked) · Copy of Aadhaar Card · Election Card/Passport/Ration card (any one) · Passport size photographs (2 copies) · Undertaking/Affidavit (Not getting any pension from any other department) in the prescribed proforma at Annexure II

Pension Benefit

State · West Bengal

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: The applicant should be a resident of West Bengal. The applicant should be a Building/ Construction Worker. The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. The applicant should have engaged in building and construction work for at least 90 days in a given year. For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: The applicant should be a registered member Under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of West Bengal. The member should have served the board at least for 5 years.

Benefits: Pension: ₹750/- to ₹1120/- Per Month. Family Pension: Half of the amount of the pension which the beneficiary used to receive prior to his death (in case of death of the beneficiary).

Documents: For Registration as a Building/ Construction Worker: · Passport size photographs of the worker (Four copies) · Attested copy of Proof of Age · For the Application of the Welfare Scheme: · Identity Card of the member · Dependent/ Heirship Certificate (In case the applicant is spouse/ nominee of the beneficiary) · Any other document if required

Old Age Pension To Handloom Weavers Under Coop. Fold

Central · West Bengal

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant should be a resident of West Bengal. The age of the applicant should be 60 years or above. The applicant should be a weaver member of a handloom cooperative society. The applicant should have worked for at least 10 years under the cooperative society on the date of making the application. The applicant should not have any source of income. The applicant should not be in a position to earn his/her livelihood. The applicant should be permanently incapacitated for work due to physical or mental infirmity. The applicant should not have any relation who can maintain him/her. The applicant should not have availed any pension from the State Government or Government of India. Note: Provided that the State Government may relax the condition regarding residence where the condition causes undue hardship.

Benefits: An amount of ₹1000/- per month.

Documents: Proof of Identification · Proof of Age · Proof of being a member of a handloom cooperative society · Bank Account Details · Any other details as required

Old Age Pension Scheme (APB&OCWWB)

State · Arunachal Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: 1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh. 2. The applicant must be employed in the Building and Other Construction works. 3. The applicant should be registered with Labour Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB). 4. The applicant with a membership for at least 1 year after the age of 60 years is eligible to apply under the scheme.

Benefits: 1. Cash assistance of ₹500/- per month, to the old age beneficiaries with an increase in ₹10/- on completion of every 5 years.

Documents: Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID card, etc · Xerox copy of the registration card of the worker · Bank Account details/ front page of the passbook · Passport-size photographs

Old Age Pension Scheme - Uttarakhand

State · Uttarakhand

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand. The applicant must be 60 years of age or above. The applicant’s family monthly income must not exceed ₹4,000/- or the applicant must belong to the BPL category. The applicant must not be receiving any other pension.

Benefits: A pension of ₹1,500/- per month is provided to eligible beneficiaries.

Documents: Applicant’s mobile number · Passport-size photograph (certified by Gram Pradhan / V.P.D.O. / Councillor) · Aadhaar card · Voter ID card · CBS bank account linked/seeded with Aadhaar card · Valid family income certificate or BPL certificate · Copy of family register (only for rural areas) · Copy of the resolution passed in the open meeting of the Gram Panchayat (for rural areas) or by the Councillor (for urban areas) · Note: All the above documents must be issued from the district where the application is submitted

Nishaktata Pension Yojana (JBOCWWB)

State · Jharkhand

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant should be a domicile in the state of Jharkhand. The applicant should be between 18-60 years of age. The applicant should be a Registered Worker with the 'Jharkhand Building and Other Construction Worker Welfare Board (JBOCWW Board)'. The applicant should be permanently disabled due to paralysis/leprosy/tuberculosis/accidents.

Benefits: Disability Pension of ₹ 1,000/- per month. Payment of the grace amount (Anugraha Rashi) of ₹ 10,000/- in a lump sum.

Documents: Aadhaar Card · Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate · Proof of Identity · Proof of Age / Date of Birth · SHRAM Card / Proof of Registration · Passport Sized Photograph · Details of the Bank Account · Income Certificate · Disability Certificate · Proof of Medical Condition (paralysis/leprosy/tuberculosis/accident)

Mukhyamantri Vridhjan Pension Yojna

State · Bihar

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant should be a permanent resident of Bihar. The age of the applicant should be 60 years or above. The applicant should not be a retired government employee, in order to avail of the benefits of the scheme. The applicant should not be receiving any pension from government service, family pension or social security pension any other source for this purpose.

Benefits: A monthly pension of ₹400/- will be provided to individuals who are in the age group of 60-79 years. A monthly pension of ₹500/- will be provided to the individuals whose age is 80 years and above. Note: The pension amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary bank account using the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) method.

Documents: EPIC Card · Aadhaar Card · Bank Account details with consent to use for DBT are mandatory · Proof of Age · Passport size photograph · Proof of residence · Any other documents as required

Mukhyamantri Kanya Abhibhawak Pension Scheme

State · Madhya Pradesh

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The native place should be Madhya Pradesh The benefits under this scheme can be availed to the couple having an only daughter as a child. The age of either of the beneficiary couples is 60 years or more. The beneficiary couple should not be income-tax payers. The children of the parent(beneficiary couple) should be daughters and should be married.

Benefits: Rs. 600 / - per month to the couple.

Documents: Certificate in respect of couple having an only girl child and no living son · Self-declaration certificate regarding not income taxpayer · Certificate regarding age and residence · Joint photo of the couple / one photo in case of singles · Certificate of death of husband issued by the competent authority for the widow and abandoned women / attested copy of the order issued by the Honorable Court for abandonment

Mandahasam Scheme To Provide Artificial Dentures To Senior Citizens

State · Kerala

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State. The applicant’s age has to be 60 years or above. The applicants should be from Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. The persons who have completely lost their teeth or those who have partially lost their teeth and are in a position to have them extracted as they are unusable are eligible to apply under the scheme. The persons who have been certified by a qualified dentist in the prescribed form as unfit for placing artificial teeth. Note: The priority will be given to the oldest person under the scheme.

Benefits: Under the scheme, one beneficiary would get maximum financial assistance of ₹5,000/- for fixing the tooth. Note: The benefit of this scheme is not given for only partial replacement of teeth.

Documents: Copy of Aadhaar card · Proof of Age (Aadhaar / Election ID / School Certificate / Medical Officer's Certificate) · Mobile number · Email id · Passport size photo · Copy of Ration card/BPL certificate/Income certificate from concerned Village Officer · Certificate from Medical Officer- Certificate in the prescribed format from a Dentist · Bank details- Copy of Pass Book · Other documents, if any

Jharkhand Sportsperson Pension Scheme

Central · Jharkhand

Government Verified

For: Senior citizens

Eligibility: The applicant must be a resident of Jharkhand. The applicant should be a sportsperson or dependent on the deceased sportsperson. The applicant must receive the Arjuna, Dronacharya, or Dhyan Chand awards, an Olympic participant, or a medalist in Commonwealth or Asian Games. The applicant should be retired from active sports. The applicant must be at least 40 years old (age relaxation up to 10 years for medically retired athletes). The applicant must not be employed in any government, PSU, or pension scheme. The applicant should have no criminal convictions. The applicant should not be receiving any pension from the Government of India or any other state government.

Benefits: Athletes receive a lifetime monthly pension of ₹10,000/-. Dependents of deceased athletes (spouse and minor children) receive ₹5,000/- monthly.  NOTE: Pension payments are directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

Documents: Educational Qualification Certificates · For literate applicants: Matriculation certificate issued by the school · For illiterate applicants: Aadhaar card, Voter ID, or similar document · Proof of Date of Birth · Matriculation certificate (for literate applicants) · Aadhaar card, Voter ID, etc., for illiterate applicants · Other Documents · Sports Achievements Certificates (Certificates or testimonials showcasing achievements in sports · Physical Disability Certificates (issued by the State Medical Board) · Proof of Current Occupation and Annual Income Certificate (issued by a competent authority) · List of Dependent Family Members (include their relationship, age, and occupation details on a signed sheet certificates issued by Government/Non-Government Organizations) · Proof of Previous Assistance or Pension (if applicable) · Relevant documents indicating assistance or pension from similar schemes by central or state government · Declaration Regarding Court Conviction (full details if the applicant has been convicted in a civil or criminal case) · Anti-Doping Declaration (document indicating no use of IOC-banned substances or a related certificate if applicable) · Bank Passbook · Additional Relevant Information (if any)