About this social welfare scheme
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of Rs. 20,000/- as a one-time lump sum benefit to families facing financial hardship due to the death of their primary breadwinner.
The scheme "The Delhi Family Benefit Scheme" is implemented by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of NCT of Delhi. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to families whose primary breadwinner has died while being more than 18 years of age and less than 60 years of age. Under the scheme, a one-time lump sum financial benefit of Rs. 20,000/- is provided to the surviving member of the household who is determined to be the head of the household after due local inquiry. The assistance is intended to support low-income families facing financial distress following the death of the earning member. The payment is made directly into the beneficiary's bank account through the Aadhaar Payment Bridge System.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | The Delhi Family Benefit Scheme (TDFBS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Welfare Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Delhi |
| Official portal | edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 1 lakh per year |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 🏘️Urban
- 💰Income Rs. 1 lakh tak
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial Assistance: A one-time lump sum benefit of Rs. 20,000/- is provided to the eligible surviving member of the deceased breadwinner's household.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a surviving member of the household of the deceased primary breadwinner.
- The deceased primary breadwinner must have been more than 18 years of age and less than 60 years of age at the time of death.
- The applicant's family income from all sources must not exceed Rs. 1,00,000/- per annum.
- The applicant must be a resident of the National Capital Territory of Delhi for at least 5 years immediately preceding the date of application.
- The applicant must have a singly operated bank account for receiving payment through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).
- The applicant must have an Aadhaar Number or must have enrolled with the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) for Aadhaar.
Who is not eligible
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Papers to keep ready
- Proof of residence- any one of the documents listed below (which clearly shows at least 5 years of residence in Delhi)
- Ration Card
- Voter Card
- Passport
- Driving License
- Birth certificate issued By MCD/Registrar- Births and Deaths
- Death certificate issued by MCD/Registrar-Births & Deaths
- Insurance police document
- Immunization card of any family member
- Medical records of treatment in Delhi
- Electricity Bill
- Water Bill
- Telephone Bill
- Gas connection receipt
- Bank passbook
- Caste certificate
- Student I-card
- Service identity card of public/ private sector company/ established concern
- Freedom fighter identity card
- Pension document
- Ex-serviceman dependant certificate
- Property document
- Any other document which clearly shows at least 5 years of residence in Delhi
- Proof of age of the deceased- any one of the documents listed below
- Birth certificate issued by MCD/ Registrar of Births &Deaths
- School leaving certificate of class last attended
- Matriculation discharge slip at time of birth child
- Hospital discharge slip at the time of birth of the child
- Driving license
- Passport
- PAN Card
- Ration Card
- Voter card
- Immunization card of the family member
- Age assessment medical certificate
- Any document issued By the Government /Govt. recognized body stating date and place of Birth.
- Proof of death –any one of the documents listed below
- Death certificate issued by the Registrar Births &Deaths
- Receipt issued by authority at cremation Ground/ graveyard
- Certificate issued by Hospital at the time of Death
- In case the death has occurred outside Delhi or in a village with no receipt of cremation ground certificate of Block Development Officer (BDO) of the village can also be accepted.
- Post mortem report
- A self – declaration by the applicant regarding his/her family income as given in the form.
- The form also needs to be recommended by a Gazetted Officer of Central/State Govt. or MP/MLA and the accompanying documents should also be attested.
- In case “No Documentary Evidence’ is available with the applicant in r/o proof of residence, i) the applicant will need to produce statements of any of the two witnesses from the following list, stating the period of applicant’s length of stay in Delhi
- Public representative such as MP of the area, MLA of the area,
- President or General Secretary of RWA of the locality
- Two neighbors of the applicant with their contact details
- Registered omen SHGs,/ Mahila Mandals’ President or General Secretary
- ICDS Supervisors/ASHA workers of the Govt.
- Gazetted Officer of the Central/Delhi Govt. ii) Along with the witness’s statement, the relevant document for photo identity proof, residence and length of stay for the witnesses shall also have to be appended with the application clearly showing that the witnesses themselves have been around in the same area for the number of years they claim to have known the applicant. This would apply for all except Public representative such as MP/MLA of the area.
Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 1: Visit the Delhi e-District Portal and register as a new user using an Aadhaar Card or Voter Identity Card.
Step 2: Log in to the portal using the User ID and Password received after registration.
Step 3: Select "Delhi Family Benefit Scheme" from the services offered by the Department of Social Welfare.
Step 4: Fill in the online application form with details of the deceased breadwinner, applicant, family income, Aadhaar, and bank account.
Step 5: Upload the required documents and the recommended/attested application, wherever applicable.
Step 6: Review the application and submit it online through the portal.
Step 7: The application will be verified by the concerned authority. Upon approval, a one-time financial assistance of Rs. 20,000/- will be credited to the beneficiary's bank account through the Aadhaar Payment Bridge System (APBS).
Frequently asked questions
What is the "Delhi Family Benefit Scheme"?
The Delhi Family Benefit Scheme provides a one-time financial assistance of Rs. 20,000/- to eligible families after the death of their primary breadwinner.
Which department implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of NCT of Delhi.
Who can apply under the scheme?
A surviving member of the household of the deceased primary breadwinner can apply under the scheme.
What is the amount of assistance provided?
The eligible beneficiary receives a one-time lump sum assistance of Rs. 20,000/-.
What should be the age of the deceased breadwinner?
The deceased breadwinner must have been more than 18 years of age and less than 60 years of age at the time of death.
What is the maximum family income allowed under the scheme?
The applicant's family income must not exceed Rs. 1,00,000/- per annum from all sources.
Is Delhi residency mandatory for applying?
Yes, the applicant must have been residing in Delhi for at least 5 years before applying.
Is Aadhaar mandatory under the scheme?
Yes, the applicant must possess an Aadhaar Number or have enrolled with UIDAI for Aadhaar.
Is a bank account required for receiving the benefit?
Yes, the applicant must have a singly operated bank account for receiving the benefit through PFMS.
Are there any exceptions to the bank account requirement?
Yes, relaxation may be provided for minors, mentally challenged applicants, and persons under legal guardianship.
How is the benefit amount disbursed?
The benefit amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through the Aadhaar Payment Bridge System.
Can proof of residence be established through witness statements?
Yes, witness statements may be accepted when documentary proof of residence is unavailable.
Who can provide witness statements for residence verification?
Eligible witnesses may include public representatives, Resident Welfare Association office bearers, neighbours, Self-Help Group representatives, Integrated Child Development Services supervisors, Accredited Social Health Activists, and Gazetted Officers.
Is local inquiry conducted before sanctioning the benefit?
Yes, the authorities conduct a local inquiry to determine the eligible head of the household and verify the claim.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines socialwelfare.delhi.gov.in
- Frequenty Asked Questions (FAQs) edistrict.delhi.gov.in
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