Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS)

iAbout This Scheme

IGNWPS provides monthly pension to BPL widows aged 40-79 years under the National Social Assistance Programme. Central contribution is ₹300/month; states add their own top-up, helping widows meet basic needs and providing a measure of social security and financial independence.

🎁Key Benefits

• Central contribution: ₹300/month for BPL widows aged 40-79
• State top-up varies by state
• Payment via DBT directly to widow's bank/post office account

✅Eligibility Criteria

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  Widowed woman aged 40-79 from BPL household

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions