AFFDF-Financial Assistance For Treatment Of Serious Diseases To Non Pensioner Ex-Servicemen (All Ranks)/Widows

Financial aid for treatment of serious diseases for non-pensioner ex-servicemen and their widows.

Key facts

Benefit₹1.25 lakh (one-time) for treatment
WhoNon-pensioner ex-servicemen and widows
How paidDirectly to beneficiaries via ECS
Implemented byKendriya Sainik Board
Official portalksb.gov.in
Application windowOpen all year for eligible applicants.

Benefits

Beneficiaries can receive up to ₹1,25,000 for treatment of serious diseases, with specific annual limits for certain conditions like cancer and dialysis.

Who can apply

  • For: ex-servicemen, widow
  • not income tax payer
  • no government employee in family
  • no family member in government service
  • poor household

Eligible applicants include non-pensioner ex-servicemen and widows who are not income tax payers and have no family members in government service. They must also be from poor households and not availing of ECHS or AFMS facilities.

Who is not eligible

  • Income tax payers
  • Government employees in family
  • Family members in government service

How to apply

Applications can be submitted online through the Kendriya Sainik Board Secretariat's official website.

  1. Visit ksb.gov.in and click on 'Register' on the homepage.
  2. Complete the registration form with required details and upload a photo.
  3. Save the application and check your email for an activation link.
  4. Log in using your username, password, and verification code.
  5. Select the scheme and fill out the application form with necessary details.
  6. Upload attested supporting documents with the application.
  7. Submit the application for scrutiny and verification by the Zila Sainik Welfare Officer.
Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

  • Complete Service Discharge Book/Documents
  • Photocopy of ESM / widow I Card
  • Original medical bills duly countersigned by attending doctor
  • Hospital admission and discharge report duly countersigned by hospital authority
  • A certificate from applicant that he/she has not taken any money/grant from the State Govt or present employer in the form of reimbursement or medical allowance
  • Details of Bank A/c No (in PNB/SBI only) and IFS Code

Common problems and how to fix them

ProblemWhat to do
Application rejectedEnsure all required documents are duly attested by the respective Zila Sainik Welfare Officer before submission.
Payment not receivedVerify that the application has been approved and check the bank account details provided for accuracy.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this scheme for treatment in any hospital?

No, assistance is only for treatments at approved government hospitals under CGHS/ECHS rates.

Which banks are acceptable for providing account details?

Only account details from State Bank of India (SBI) or Punjab National Bank (PNB) are valid for this application.

What documents are required for the application?

Required documents include the Service Discharge Book, I Card, medical bills, hospital reports, a certificate of no prior reimbursement, and bank account details.

Is there a limit on the amount of financial assistance?

Yes, the maximum assistance is ₹1,25,000 for serious diseases, with specific limits for cancer and dialysis treatments.

How can I track the status of my application?

You can track your application status by visiting the KSB website and entering your DAK ID and verification code.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.

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