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Financial Assistance to War Widows of Defence Forces

Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹3,000/- per month shall be granted to War Widows of Defence Force Personnel’s (Army, Navy & Air Force) who were killed in action during declared war of 1962, 1965 & 1971 in addition to family pension already getting from Government of India.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Haryana

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹3,000/- per month is given to the widow of an ex-serviceman whose husband died in action during the declared wars of 1962, 1965, and 1971, with an annual increase of ₹400/- w.e.f. 01.11.2017 every year in November. | Note: This financial assistance is provided in addition to the family pension already getting from the Government of India.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a bona fide resident of Haryana.; The applicant must be the widow of Defence Force personnel (Army, Navy, or Air Force) who was killed in action during the declared wars of 1962, 1965, or 1971.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?

The scheme provides [?]3,000 per month, with an annual increase of [?]400 every November starting from 01.11.2017.

Is this financial assistance in addition to other pensions?

Yes, this financial assistance is provided in addition to the family pension already received from the Government of India.

Who is eligible for this scheme?

The applicant must be a bona fide resident of Haryana and the widow of Defence Force personnel who was killed in action during the declared wars of 1962, 1965, or 1971.

How can one apply for this scheme?

Eligible applicants can apply online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal at https://saralharyana.gov.in/

Can the application be tracked online?

Yes, applicants can track their applications through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal by entering the Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID at https://status.saralharyana.nic.in/

What is the frequency of the financial assistance payments?

The financial assistance is provided on a monthly basis.

When does the annual increase in financial assistance take effect?

The annual increase of [?]400 takes effect every November.

Is there an age limit for the widow to receive the assistance?

No, there is no age limit for the widow to receive the financial assistance.