About this social welfare scheme
The scheme “National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS)” was launched in 2016 by the Department of Women & Child Welfare, Govt. of Sikkim. Under this scheme, a lump sum amount of Rs. 30,000/- as financial assistance is provided to the bereaved household in the event of the death of the "Primary breadwinner"
The scheme “National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS)” was launched in 2016 by the Department of Women & Child Welfare, Govt. of Sikkim. Under this scheme, a lump sum amount of Rs. 30,000/- as financial assistance is provided to the bereaved household in the event of the death of the "Primary breadwinner" belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) Category. The one-time grant amount consists of Central and State Government Share. (i.e. Rs. 20,000/- as Central Share and Rs. 10,000/- as State Share)
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | National Family Benefit Scheme – Sikkim (NFBS-SIKKIM) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Women & Child Welfare Department |
| Launch year | 2016 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Sikkim |
| Official portal | sikkimsocialwelfare.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Women & Child Welfare Department, Govt. Of Sikkim |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Family |
| Application mode | Offline / Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 80 years
- 🍚BPL only
- 📝Offline / Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- The beneficiary will receive a one-time grant of Rs. 30,000/- as financial assistance.
- The assistance would be given to every case of death of a breadwinner in a family of the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a resident of the state of Sikkim.
- The applicant should be from Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
- In the event of the death of the breadwinner of a family, the family will become eligible to apply for the scheme.
- The financial assistance will be paid to the household (includes spouse, minor children, unmarried daughters, and dependent parents) of the deceased person.
- The applicant should have opened the Bank Account under “Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana”.
Note: A woman in the family, who is a homemaker, is also considered as a "Breadwinner".
Papers to keep ready
0/6 documents ready
Tap a document to mark it as ready. Progress is saved on this device.
Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 01: The applicant has to approach their respective State Social Welfare Department and obtain the application form from the concerned officer.
Step 02: Fill in all the mandatory fields of the application form and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents and submit it to the designated receiving authority.
Step 03: On receipt of an application in the prescribed Form, the same shall be scrutinized by the Selection Committee. Thereafter, the approval shall be accorded by the Secretary.
Step 04: The grant and payment shall be distributed through Direct Benefit Transfer System or any other system as may be decided by the Sanctioning / Competent Authority from time to time.
Online
Registration:
Step 01: Visit the official website: https://pensionscheme.sikkim.gov.in
Step 02: Click “Create Account”. On the registration page, fill in the mandatory details (Username, Gender, First Name, Last Name, Email, Mobile Number, and Password). Fill in the Captcha Code and click "Register". The login credentials will be sent to your registered Email ID / Mobile Number.
Application:
Step 01: Visit the official website: https://pensionscheme.sikkim.gov.in
Step 02: Click “Apply now” and log in.
Step 03: On the application page, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload the required documents in the appropriate file size and file type. Upon successful submission of the application, a system-generated application number will be provided as acknowledgment. Please keep it safe for future reference.
Check Application Status:
The status, viz. Approval or Rejection if any will be conveyed to the applicant through an SMS.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Apr 2016 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
How much financial assistance is to be provided to the family under the scheme?
The beneficiary will receive one time grant of Rs. 30000/- as financial assistance under this scheme.
Would financial assistance be given to every case of death?
The assistance would be given to every case of death of a breadwinner in a family of the Below poverty Line (BPL) category.
Who is eligible under the scheme?
The family of the deceased person, who was the breadwinner of a family, is eligible to apply under the scheme.
Is this scheme applicable only for Below Poverty Line (BPL) category?
Yes, only the BPL family of Sikkim state is eligible under the scheme.
Who will be included in household under the scheme?
A household would include a spouse, minor children, unmarried daughters, and dependent parents of the deceased person.
Can a woman in a family who is a homemaker be considered a “Breadwinner’?
Yes, a woman in the family, who is a homemaker, is also considered a "breadwinner".
What is the mode of filling application?
The applicant may fill application both online & offline mode.
How can I register under this scheme?
Please visit the online portal link: https://pensionscheme.sikkim.gov.in and use the “Create Account” button to reach the registration page. Complete registration requirements as appropriate and click the “Register” button to register and then login.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Online link sso.sikkim.gov.in
- Website pensionscheme.sikkim.gov.in
- Guideline sikkimsocialwelfare.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.
The details on this page are from the official listing and have not been rewritten or reviewed by our team yet. Confirm them on the official portal before applying.
Explore more
