'Destitute Widow Pension Scheme' was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Dept, Tamil Nadu. A pension of ₹1,000 is provided to destitute widows who are 18 years and...
2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meals.
4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meals.
Eligibility (who can apply)
The applicant should be a widow.
The applicant should be destitute.
The applicant's age should be 18 years and above.
The applicant's fixed assets should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
How to Apply
**Online - via CSC**
**Step 1:** The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.
**Step 2:** The applicant should visit the nearest [Common Service Center](https://tnega.tn.gov.in/csclocation) (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.
**Step 3:** In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload copies of all the mandatory documents.
**Step 4:** Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted.
Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Destitute Widow Pension Scheme / what is the eligibility?
1. The applicant should be a widow.
1. The applicant should be destitute.
1. The applicant's age should be 18 years and above.
1. The applicant's fixed assets should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
What are the benefits of Destitute Widow Pension Scheme?
**Pension:**
- ₹1,000/- per month.
**Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali:**
- One free saree.
**Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres:**
- 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meals.
- 4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meals.
How to apply online for Destitute Widow Pension Scheme?
**Online - via CSC**
**Step 1:** The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.
**Step 2:** The applicant should visit the nearest [Common Service Center](https://tnega.tn.gov.in/csclocation) (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verifica...