There are a lot of women in the country who are widowed and unable to support themselves financially. In this connection, Vidhwa Pension Yojana has been started by the government. Its objective is to provide financial assistance to such women whose husbands have died and who are financially weak.
All those women whose age is between 18 to 59 years can benefit from this scheme. Under this scheme, eligible widowed women are given a pension of ₹500 per month, so that they can meet their basic needs and become self-reliant. It is implemented at the state level, and the eligibility criteria, benefits, and application process may vary slightly by state.
Objectives of the Scheme
- Provide a stable monthly income to widowed women.
- Help widows live with dignity and meet their basic needs.
- Empower women by offering social and financial support.
- Encourage self-reliance and access to welfare benefits.
State-wise Links for Vidhwa Pension Scheme
| State | Monthly Pension (Approx.) |
| Uttar Pradesh | ₹500 – ₹1,000/month |
| Madhya Pradesh | ₹600/month |
| Rajasthan | ₹500/month |
| Delhi | ₹2,500/month |
| Bihar | ₹500/month |
Eligibility Criteria for Vidhwa Pension Yojana
- Be a widowed woman (death certificate of husband required).
- Be between 18 to 60 years (age limit may vary by state).
- Belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
- Not be remarried or have a source of regular income.
- Be a resident of the concerned state (e.g., Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, etc.)
Documents Required for Application
- Aadhaar Card
- Death Certificate of Husband
- Age Proof (Birth Certificate / Voter ID / Aadhaar)
- Bank Account Passbook
- BPL or Income Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Passport-size Photograph
How to Apply for Vidhwa Pension Yojana Online?
- Visit your state’s official social welfare portal (e.g., https://sspy-up.gov.in for UP)
- Click on “Vidhwa Pension Yojana” or “National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)”
- Register using your Aadhaar and mobile number
- Fill in the application form with personal details
- Upload scanned documents
- Submit the form and note the application ID/reference number.
This scheme is going to improve the standard of living of the beneficiaries. Other than that the beneficiaries will also become self-dependent.
FAQs
Is the Vidhwa Pension Yojana available in all states?
Yes, most Indian states offer a widow pension scheme, though terms may vary.Â
Is remarried widow eligible?
No. The scheme is only for unmarried or legally widowed women.Â