Vidhwa Pension Yojana 2025

1. Empower women by offering social and financial support. 

1. Encourage self-reliance and access to welfare benefits. 

Eligibility Criteria for Vidhwa Pension Yojana

To qualify, applicants must: 

1. Be a widowed woman (death certificate of husband required). 

1. Be between 18 to 60 years (age limit may vary by state). 

1. Belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. 

1. Not be remarried or have a source of regular income. 

1. Be a resident of the concerned state (e.g., Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, etc.) 

Benefits of Vidhwa Pension Yojana

Note: Pension amounts are subject to change based on state policies. 

How to Apply for Vidhwa Pension Yojana Online?

Step-by-Step Process: 

• 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 

Documents Required for Application

1. Aadhaar Card 

1. Death Certificate of Husband 

1. Age Proof (Birth Certificate / Voter ID / Aadhaar) 

1. Bank Account Passbook 

1. BPL or Income Certificate 

1. Domicile Certificate 

1. Passport-size Photograph 

State-wise Links for Vidhwa Pension Scheme

How to Check Vidhwa Pension Status? 

• Visit your state’s pension portal 
• Click on "Application Status" 
• Enter your application/reference number or Aadhaar 
• View current status of your application 

Helpline Numbers and Contact Info

Key Features of the Scheme 

1. Fully digitized application process in most states. 

1. Direct DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) to bank account. 

1. Scheme is part of National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP). 

1. Transparent grievance redressal and tracking system. 

Common Issues and Resolutions