About this social welfare scheme
The objective of this scheme is to provide one-time financial assistance to Below Poverty Line families in case of the death of the main earning member aged between 18 and 59 years.
The "National Family Benefit Scheme", implemented by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh, provides lump-sum financial assistance to families living below the poverty line in the event of the death of the main breadwinner. If the primary earning member of the family, whether male or female, dies between the ages of 18 and 59 years, an assistance of Rs. 20,000/- is provided.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | National family Benefit Scheme-Himachal Pradesh (NFBSHP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Himachal Pradesh |
| Official portal | esomsa.hp.gov.in |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 59 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 18 to 59 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Financial assistance of Rs. 20,000/- is provided under the scheme.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a resident of Himachal Pradesh.
- The applicant should be a family member or dependent of the deceased person.
- The deceased should have been the primary breadwinner (the main earning member of the family).
- The family of the deceased must be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
- At the time of death, the deceased must have been between 18 and 59 years old.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step1: Submit the application form to the concerned Block Development Officer, Project Officer (DRDA), Director Rural Development, District Welfare Officer, or Tehsil Welfare Officer.
Step2: Application verification and approval is carried out by the concerned authority after checking the submitted documents.
Frequently asked questions
What is the National Family Benefit Scheme?
It is a government scheme that provides one-time financial assistance to families living below the poverty line after the death of the main breadwinner.
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective is to provide lump-sum financial support to BPL families in case of the death of their primary earning member.
Who is eligible for assistance under this scheme?
Families living below the poverty line whose main earning member has died are eligible.
What is the age limit of the deceased for eligibility?
The deceased main earning member should have been between 18 and 59 years of age.
Is the scheme applicable to both male and female earners?
Yes, the scheme applies to the death of either a male or female main earning member.
What amount of financial assistance is provided?
A one-time financial assistance of Rs. 20,000 is provided under the scheme.
Is this assistance given monthly or one time?
The assistance is provided as a one-time lump-sum payment.
Is there any time limit for applying after death?
Applicants should apply as soon as possible after the death of the main earning member, as per local guidelines.
What documents are generally required?
Documents usually include death certificate, BPL certificate, identity proof, and bank account details.
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