Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh

The scheme "Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme" is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to widows aged 40 to 79 years who are living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) to support them in living a respectful life. This scheme is centrally sponsored.

• Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a monthly pension of ₹500/-, (Central contribution- ₹300/-, State Contribution- ₹200/-).

1. The applicant should be a native of Chhattisgarh.
2. The applicant should be a widow.
3. The widow’s age should be between 40 and 79 years.
4. The widow's name should be included in the list of families living Below Poverty Line.
5. The widow should not be receiving pension benefits from any other Central or State Government pension scheme.

Online

Registration Process:

Step 1: Go to the eDistrict Chhattisgarh Portal.
Step 2: Click on "Citizen Login".
Step 3: If you are a new user, select "New Registration".
Step 4: Enter your registration details and click "Submit".
Step 5: Your Registration Summary will be displayed, and you will receive your password on your registered mobile number.

Application Process:

Step 1: Go to the eDistrict Chhattisgarh Portal.
Step 2: Click on ‘Login’ or "Citizen Login".
Step 3: Enter your username and password, and then click ‘Login’.
Step 4: After logging in, click on "My Service" and search for the scheme to apply for.
Step 5: Click on ‘Apply Online’ and fill in all required details, upload necessary documents, and click ‘Submit.’

Offline

In Rural Areas:

Step 1: The applicant, who fulfills the eligibility criteria, may visit the office of the Gram Panchayat and collect the application form, which is available free of cost.
Step 2: Fill out the application form and submit it to the Gram Panchayat. You will receive an acknowledgment receipt from the Gram Panchayat.
Step 3: The Gram Panchayat will review and recommend the application and then forward it to the District Panchayat within 07 days.

In Urban Areas:

Step 1: Eligible applicants should visit the office of the concerned Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Nagar Panchayat, or Panchayat Raj institution to collect the application form, which is available free of cost.
Step 2: Fill out the application form and submit it to the respective office (Municipality/Municipal Corporation/Nagar Panchayat). You will receive an acknowledgment receipt from the office.
Note 1: The concerned urban body/District Panchayat has the authority to approve or reject the applications.
Note 2: If a printed application form is not available, you may submit your application on plain paper.

1. Aadhaar card of the applicant
2. Passport-size photograph
3. Identity proof
4. Domicile certificate of Chhattisgarh (Issued by a Gazetted Officer, Sarpanch or Councillor)
5. Death certificate of husband
6. Proof of age (Doctor's certificate, Birth Certificate, Certificate issued by an Administrator, Sarpanch, or Mayor, school certificate, etc.)
7. Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/related documents
8. Address proof
9. Bank Passbook/Post Office Account Passbook
10. Any other documents as required