Nari Niketans
✓ Information verified — June 2026The "Nari Niketans" were established in 1976 by the Social Welfare Department, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir wherein deserted /destitute ladies/ widows having no means of livelihood are given admissions. There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir. This is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme.
What You Get
- Safe residential shelter and accommodation
- Food and basic necessities
- Vocational training and skill development
- Rehabilitation and social reintegration support
- Care and counseling services
Who Can Apply
- Age: 0–100 years
- Residence: Jammu and Kashmir residents only
- Women who are destitute or abandoned
- Widows with no source of income
- Women with no family support
- Resident of Jammu and Kashmir
- Age typically 18 years and above
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Identity Proof
- 3. Domicile Certificate
- 4. Medical Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
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
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Category
- Housing
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 0–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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