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Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Maharashtra)

"Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Maharashtra)" is a scheme by the Social Justice & Special Assistance Dept, Govt of Maharashtra. In this scheme, widows aged 40 to 79 years who are from a BPL family receive a pension of ₹1500/- per month.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Maharashtra

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- A pension of ₹1500 per month is given to each beneficiary. | NOTE: ₹300/- per month from the central government and ₹1200/- per month under the state-sponsored Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra.; The applicant should be a widow.; The age of the applicant should be between 40 and 79 years.; The applicant should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.; The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any social security scheme.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible for the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme?

A widow aged 40 to 79 years from a Below Poverty Line family is eligible.

What is the total pension amount a widow can receive?

A widow can receive a total of ₹600 per month (₹200 from the Central scheme and ₹400 from the state scheme).

Where can I apply for this scheme?

Applications can be submitted to the Collector's Office, Tahsildar, or Talathi.

Is there an online application process?

No specific information is provided about an online application. You need to visit the mentioned offices for application submission.

What documents are required for application?

Documents like proof of age, BPL (Below Poverty Line) certification, and widowhood status may be required.

Who implements this scheme in Maharashtra?

The Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra, implements the scheme.

Is this scheme Centrally Sponsored?

Yes, the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.

Can widows below 40 years of age apply?

No, only widows between the ages of 40 and 79 are eligible.

Is there any provision for widows above 79 years?

This scheme is only applicable to widows between 40 and 79 years of age.

Can widows from families above the poverty line apply?

No, only those from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families are eligible for the scheme.