Nari Niketans
Nari Niketans provide shelter and support for destitute women and their children in Jammu and Kashmir.
Key facts
| Benefit | Care, protection, food, shelter, and education for destitute women and children. |
|---|---|
| Who | Destitute women and their children in Jammu and Kashmir. |
| Implemented by | Social Welfare Department, Jammu and Kashmir. |
| Official portal | https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/welfareIns/NariNiketans.pdf |
| Application window | Open all year for eligible applicants. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive care, protection, food, shelter, and education for their children. Inmates can stay until they are rehabilitated or married.
Who can apply
- Women / girls only
- Resident of Jammu and Kashmir
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
This scheme is open to female residents of Jammu and Kashmir who are destitute, deserted, or widowed and do not have any means of livelihood. Applicants must not be income tax payers or have any government employees in their family.
Who is not eligible
- Income tax payers
- Government employees in family
How to apply
Applications must be submitted to the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) in person.
- Visit the District Social Welfare Office to request the application form.
- Complete the application form and attach the required documents and a signed passport-sized photograph.
- Submit the filled application form to the District Social Welfare Officer.
- Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of your application submission from the office.
Documents required
- 3 Passport-Sized Photograph (Signed Across)
- Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir
- Proof of Identity
- Aadhaar Card
- Death Certificate of the Husband (in case the applicant is a widow)
- Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc) of Self or of the Guardian
- Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office
- Proof of Age of the Child (Birth Certificate) (in case of children accompanying the mothers)
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application rejected | Ensure all mandatory documents are submitted and the application form is correctly filled out. |
| No acknowledgment received after application submission | Contact the District Social Welfare Officer to confirm the status of the application. |
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for admission to Nari Niketans?
Admission is available for deserted, destitute women, or widows without any means of livelihood.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include a residential certificate, proof of identity, Aadhaar card, and a death certificate of the husband if applicable, among others.
How long can a woman stay in a Nari Niketan?
Women can stay until they are rehabilitated, married, or covered under employment schemes.
Are children allowed to stay with their mothers in Nari Niketans?
Yes, children can stay, but male children must be transferred to Bal Ashrams after they turn 8.
Can women with permanent employment apply for this scheme?
No, applicants must not have any means of livelihood, including permanent employment.
Where can I find contact details for Nari Niketan officers?
Contact details for officers can be found on the official Jammu and Kashmir Social Welfare website.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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