About this social welfare scheme
Punjab State Government started a pension for widow and destitute women.
This is the major social welfare scheme of Punjab Government. The main objective behind launching this scheme is to provide monthly pension to those women who don't have any sustainable income source. This Scheme is implemented by Social Security and Women & Child Development Department of Punjab Government.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Widow / Destitute Women Pension Scheme – Punjab (Wdwps) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Punjab |
| Official portal | connect.punjab.gov.in |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 60,000 per year |
| Age | 30 to 58 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 30 to 58 years
- 💰Income up to Rs. 60,000
- 💍Never Married / Widowed / Separated
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Amount : Rs. 1,500/- per month
Who qualifies
- Beneficiary should be a Permanent Resident of Punjab .
- The Annual Income of Beneficiary should not be more than Rs. 60,000/-per year .
- The below mentioned women are eligible for monthly pension :-
- Widow Women.
- Destitute Women.
- Unmarried Women.
- The Age of the beneficiary should be :-
- Widow or Destitute Women: Below 58 Years.
- Unmarried Women: Above 30 Years.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Step-1: Applicants have to visit the official website.
Step-2: Click on the "Click to apply services".
Step-3: Now login on Digital Punjab portal with Email/Phone number and password. If does have any account then register here
Step-4: Fill out the application form.
Step-5: Attach the required documents
Step-6: Submit.
Offline
Step-1: Applicants have to visit the official website and download the application form.
Step-2: Fill out the application form.
Step-3: Attach required documents.
Step-4: Submit the Application Form along with all the documents in the same office or centre from where it was collected.
Frequently asked questions
What is this scheme?
Punjab State Government started a pension for widow and destitute women.
What are benefits ?
Financial Assistance is provided.
How much amount will be provided in financial aid ?
Amount : Rs. 1,500/- per month
Who will get the benefits?
All eligible female from the Punjab State.
What is the financial eligibility criteria?
The Annual Income of Beneficiary should not be more than Rs. 60,000/-per year .
What is minimum age criteria for Female ?
1. Widow or Destitute Women: Below 58 Years.
2. Unmarried Women: Above 30 Years.
How to apply online ?
Step-1: Applicants have to visit the official website.
Step-2: Click on the "Click to apply services".
Step-3: Now login on Digital Punjab portal with Email/Phone number and password. If does have any account then register here
Step-4: Fill out the application form.
Step-5: Attach the required documents
Step-6: Submit.
How to apply Offline ?
Step-1: Applicants have to visit the official website and download the application form.
Step-2: Beneficiary can get the Offline Application Form free of cost.
Step-3: Fill out the application form.
Step-4: Attach required documents.
Step-5: Submit the Application Form along with all the documents in the same office or centre from where it was collected.
How to download the application form?
URL : https://punjab.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Widow-Destitute-pension-1.pdf
What is the official portal to apply online?
URL : https://connect.punjab.gov.in/service/citizenservice/112
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines upload.indiacode.nic.in (PDF)
- Application Form punjab.gov.in (PDF)
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