National Family Benefit Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir)

About This Scheme

Launched on 15th August 1995, the "National Family Benefit Scheme" is a welfare scheme by the Social Welfare Department, Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The scheme provides one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000/- to ensure social security for bereaved families living below the poverty line in case of the death of their breadwinner.

Eligibility

1. The applicant should be a resident of Jammu and Kashmir. 1. The applicant should be a family member or dependent of the deceased person. 1. The deceased should have been the primary breadwinner (the main earning member of the family). 1. The family of the deceased must be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL). 1. At the time of death, the deceased must have been between 18 and 59 years old. 1. The application should be submitted within one year of the death of the primary breadwinner (husband, wife, or son).

Benefits

A one-time financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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