RMEWF- Financial Assistance to Orphan Children of ESM
Ministry Of Defence
About This Scheme
The "RMEWF- Financial Assistance to Orphan Children of ESM" scheme was launched by the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB), Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Under this scheme, a monthly assistance paid annually is provided to support the orphan’s education and settlement. The scheme is implemented by the Kendriya Sainik Board Secretariat in coordination with Zila Sainik Boards (ZSB) and Rajya Sainik Boards (RSB). > Scheme Aim: The aim of this aid gratis is to provide a small measure of relief from total penury to an orphaned child of an ESM.
Eligibility
1. The applicant must be a legitimate offspring of an Ex-Serviceman, with details recorded in the Service Book. 1. The applicant must be a son below 21 years of age or an unmarried daughter. 1. The applicant must have lost both parents (ESM and spouse). 1. The application must be recommended by the respective Zila Sainik Board (ZSB).
Benefits
- Financial assistance of ₹3,000/- per month disbursed annually to each orphan child. > NOTE: Direct credit to the beneficiary’s bank account via Electronic Clearing Service (ECS).
How to Apply
Where This Comes From
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