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National Family Benefit Scheme - Uttar Pradesh

National Family Benefit Scheme or NBFS was launched by the Uttar Pradesh state government to provide financial assistance to those families that are unable to earn the necessities in life.

Authority

State

Region

Uttar Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

To apply for the scheme one must be living under the poverty line.; The applicant should not be aged less than 18 years or above 60 years.; The family income of the applicant should not be more than Rs. 56, 450/- if the family is from the urban area and Rs. 46, 080/- if the family is from the rural area.; Support will be provided to the family after the death of the only earner of the family.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Is this scheme for all?

No, this is only for those below the poverty line only

Am I eligible to get this benefit, if I am alive

No, this is a death relief benefit, it and only the death of breadwinner and their dependent can apply

Is it online only?

No, both offline and online can apply.

Who can apply?

Family having below poverty line certificate or proof can apply for this.

What are the age criteria?

18 years to 60 years

How can I apply online?

Visit the Official website link: http://nfbs.upsdc.gov.in/ | And fill out the application form online and submit

How to apply offline ?

- Download the application form from http://samajkalyan.up.gov.in/pdf/scheme_form/4.pdf. | - fill out and submit to District Magistrate's office .

List of the required documents

1) Death certificate | 2) Below poverty line card | 3) Below poverty line ration card (blue card) | 4) Residence proof