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National Family Benefit Scheme- Uttarakhand

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of ₹20,000/- to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families upon the death of the primary breadwinner (main earning member of the family) to help them cope with immediate financial hardships.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

A one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000/- is provided to the family in the event of the death of the primary earning member.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a family member of the deceased primary breadwinner.; The deceased primary breadwinner must have been a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.; The family must be classified under the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.; The deceased must have been between 18 and 59 years of age at the time of death.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Can I apply online?

No, the currently application process is offline.

How much assistance is provided?

A one-time amount of ₹20,000/-.

Who is considered a breadwinner?

The primary earning member of a family.

Who can apply for this benefit?

Any surviving family member of the deceased breadwinner.

Where can I get the application form?

From the Social Welfare Officer’s office or the official website.

How is the payment made?

Through Direct Benefit Transfer to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-linked bank account.

What if the deceased was over 59 years old?

The family is not eligible under this scheme.

Who verifies the documents?

The district-level Social Welfare Office before forwarding to the Government of India.