Andaman & Nicobar Islands Widow Pension Scheme
The Andaman & Nicobar Islands Widow Pension Scheme offers financial support to eligible widows in the region.
Key facts
| Pension | ₹2,500 per month, to the bank account |
|---|---|
| Who | Widows resident in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, from poor households |
| Income limit | Monthly income up to ₹4,000 |
| Condition | Not receiving any other government financial assistance or grant |
| Apply | At the Directorate of Social Welfare (Port Blair) / sub-divisional offices, via the CDPO |
| Application window | Apply any time with your widow (death) and income documents. The pension is credited to your bank account. |
Benefits
Eligible widows receive a monthly pension of ₹2500, which is directly deposited into their bank accounts.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
The Andaman & Nicobar Islands Widow Pension Scheme gives poor and destitute widows in the islands a monthly pension of ₹2,500, credited straight to their bank account, so that losing a husband does not leave them without any income. It is meant for widows from low-income households and is not paid alongside other government assistance.
Who can apply
You are eligible if:
- You are a widow resident in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, from a poor household
- Your monthly income is not more than ₹4,000
- You are not receiving any other government financial assistance or grant
How to apply
Get the application form — free — from the Directorate of Social Welfare in Port Blair or a sub-divisional office (or download it online). Fill it in, attach your documents (identity proof, the husband’s death certificate and income proof), and submit it to the concerned Child Development Project Officer. The pension is then paid monthly to your bank account.
Documents you need
- Identity proof
- Husband’s death certificate (proof of widowhood)
- Income proof (monthly income up to ₹4,000)
- Bank passbook
Who can apply
- Household income ≤ ₹48,000/year
- Women / girls only
- Resident of Andaman and Nicobar Islands
- poor household
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
This scheme is available to female residents of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands who are widows and belong to poor households. Applicants must have a monthly income not exceeding ₹4000 and should not be receiving any other government financial assistance or grants.
Who is not eligible
- Women who are not residents of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands
- Those whose monthly income is above ₹4,000
- Anyone already receiving other government financial assistance or a grant
- Beneficiaries who remarry or become financially independent (assistance ceases)
How to apply
Interested applicants can obtain the application form from designated offices or download it online.
- Visit the Directorate of Social Welfare in Port Blair or the sub-divisional offices to obtain the application form.
- Download the application form from the official website if preferred.
- Complete the application form with all required details.
- Gather necessary documents including identity proof, death certificate, and income proof.
- Submit the filled application form along with the documents to the concerned Child Development Project Officer.
Documents required
- Passport-size photograph
- Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
- Death certificate of the Husband
- Local certificate/domicile certificate
- Category/community certificate, if applicable
- Bank account details/Copy of passbook
- Proof of income issued by the competent authority
- Any other document as required
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Already getting another benefit | You cannot draw this alongside another government financial assistance or grant. Only one applies. |
| Income proof | Your monthly income must be within ₹4,000. Get a current income proof from the competent authority. |
| Where to apply | Get the form (free) from the Directorate of Social Welfare in Port Blair or the sub-divisional offices, and submit it to the Child Development Project Officer. |
| What if you remarry | The assistance stops if you remarry or become financially independent — report a change so records stay correct. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the scheme?
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to poor and destitute widows in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
How much financial assistance is provided?
Eligible widows receive a monthly allowance of ₹2500.
Where can I get the application form?
Application forms are available for free at the Directorate of Social Welfare, sub-divisional offices, and can also be downloaded from the official website.
What happens if a beneficiary remarries?
If a beneficiary remarries or becomes financially independent, the assistance will cease.
Can widows receiving other assistance apply?
No, applicants must not be receiving any other financial assistance or grants from the government or other sources.
How much is the pension?
₹2,500 a month, deposited into the beneficiary’s bank account.
Who is eligible?
Poor widows resident in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands with a monthly income up to ₹4,000, not on any other government assistance.
Where do I get the form?
Free at the Directorate of Social Welfare (Port Blair) and sub-divisional offices, or download it online.
Does it stop if I remarry?
Yes — the assistance ceases on remarriage or if you become financially independent.
Can I get it with another benefit?
No — you must not be receiving any other government financial assistance or grant.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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