About this agriculture scheme
Displaced families from PoK and Chhamb can apply for a one-time financial aid of Rs. 5,50,000. Applications are accepted offline with no deadline. The Ministry of Home Affairs runs this scheme across India.
This scheme provides financial help to families displaced from Pakistan Occupied Kashmir (PoK) and Chhamb. It is managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The aim is to support these families in earning a stable income.
Each eligible family can receive Rs. 5,50,000 as a one-time assistance. This money can be used for starting small businesses, scientific farming, or livestock activities.
By providing this financial support, the scheme helps ensure that these families can rebuild their lives and achieve economic stability.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Central Assistance For One Time Settlement Of Displaced Families From PoK And Chhamb Under Prime Minister’s Development Package (OTSDFPC) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Ministry Of Home Affairs |
| Launch year | 2015 |
| Benefit | Displaced families from PoK and Chhamb can apply for a one-time financial aid of Rs. |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | Central · All India |
| Official portal | mha.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme type | Central Sector Scheme |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Family |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Age | No lower limit to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 80 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- One-time financial assistance of Rs. 5,50,000 per family.
The assistance is paid directly to the beneficiaries through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The amount is split into Rs. 5,49,692 from the Central Government and Rs. 308 from the State Government.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be the head of a displaced family or their heir.
- The applicant should be residing in Jammu & Kashmir.
- Must belong to one of the categories of displaced families from PoK or Chhamb.
- The maximum age of the applicant should not exceed 80 years.
Who is not eligible
- No specific exclusions mentioned in the source.
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Registration walkthrough
- Gather required documents (Aadhaar, proof of residence, bank details).
- Submit the application offline to the Government of Jammu & Kashmir.
- The government will verify your details.
- Once verified, the information will be sent to the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- The financial assistance will be transferred directly to your bank account.
To check the status of your application or payment, contact the Government of Jammu & Kashmir or visit their office.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Jan 2015 |
|---|
Real-life examples: are you eligible?
A quick way to gauge your eligibility: find the profile nearest to yours.
Every case differs. Confirm your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
- Not providing valid proof of residence in PoK or Chhamb.
- Failing to submit Aadhaar details.
- Applying without being the head of the family.
- Not following the offline application process.
- Missing the verification step with the state government.
Terms used in this scheme
- displaced family
A displaced family is one that has been forced to relocate due to land acquisition or conflict, and is now seeking resettlement.
Frequently asked questions
Is the financial assistance provided every year?
No, it is a one-time assistance.
Can I invest the assistance amount in an annuity scheme?
Yes, you can invest it for assured monthly income.
What is the total amount I will receive?
Each eligible family will receive Rs. 5,50,000.
How will I receive the financial assistance?
The amount will be transferred directly to your bank account.
Can I apply if I have a nuclear family?
Yes, the scheme is open to nuclear families.
What if I was displaced from a different region?
Only families from PoK and Chhamb are eligible.
How is the verification process done?
The state government will verify your documents before recommending you.
Is there a deadline to apply?
No, there is no deadline for this scheme.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Notification www.mha.gov.in (PDF)
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
First draft prepared with editorial AI tools; every fact verified against the official notification and rewritten by our team.
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