Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme- Bihar
✓ Information verified — June 2026Under this scheme, a monthly pension of ₹400/- is provided to widows in the age group of 40 to 79 years who belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families to support them financially. This scheme is centrally sponsored.
What You Get
- Monthly pension of ₹400 provided directly to eligible widows
- Financial support to help meet basic living expenses
- Regular monthly payments to ensure steady income
Who Can Apply
- Age: 40–79 years
- Residence: Bihar residents only
- Must be a widow (surviving spouse of a deceased husband)
- Age between 40 to 79 years
- Belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) household
- Must be a resident of Bihar state
- Must have a valid ration card or BPL certificate
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. BPL Certificate
- 3. Ration Card
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Death Certificate of Husband
- 6. Proof of Residence
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
- Bihar
- 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/ignwpsbRelated Schemes
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