Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme
✓ Information verified — June 2026A non-contributory pension scheme to provide social security to widows of poor family (BPL) of the society.
What You Get
- Monthly pension amount (as per state norms)
- Direct financial support to help meet basic living expenses
- Social security coverage for economically vulnerable widows
- No contribution required from beneficiaries
Who Can Apply
- Age: 40–79 years
- Must be a widow (spouse of deceased person)
- Belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) or poor family
- Age requirement as per state guidelines (typically 40-60 years)
- Must be an Indian citizen
- Not receiving any other widow pension or social security benefit
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Death Certificate of Husband
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. BPL Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Age Proof Document
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Rural Development
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 40–79 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/ignwpsNodal Ministry
Ministry Of Rural Development
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