Question: How do I apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme - Sikkim?

Answer: Here's how to apply for Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme - Sikkim:

es:ï»¿Step 01: On receipt of an application in the prescribed Form, the same shall be scrutinized by the Selection
Committee. Thereafter, the approval shall be accorded by the Secretary.ï»¿Step 02: A copy of the order for the grant and payment of
pensions shall be endorsed to the District Collectors, Sub-Divisional Magistrates, Gram Vikash Adhikari and Panchayats where the
applicant resides and the applicant himself/herself.ï»¿Step 03: The pension shall be distributed through Direct Benefit Transfer System or
any other system as may be decided by the Sanctioning / Competent Authority from time to time.Documents Required1) Recent passport
size photographs â€“ 3 Nos;2) Attested photocopy of Sikkim Subject Certificate / Certificate of Identification as the case may be i.e.
Income certificate, Caste certificate.3) Attested photocopy of Below Poverty Line Certificate.4) Birth Certificate or Electoral photo
Identity Card or any other valid document having recorded the date as proof of age.5) Attested copy of Aadhar Card.6) Attested
photocopy of first page of Bank / Post Office Passbook along with the photocopy of latest updated account.7) Death Certificate of
Husband bearing name of legal wife/widow.8) Non-marriage Certificate.9) Proof of occupation of deceased husband.Frequently Asked
QuestionsWhat should be the monthly pension under this scheme?The beneficiary will receive a sum of â‚¹ 2,000/- as a monthly pension
under this scheme.How long will a beneficiary receive a monthly pension under this scheme?The beneficiary will get pension as long as
she is unmarried.What is the age limit under this scheme?The applicant should have attained the age of 21 years & above.Is it mandatory
to have a non-marriage Certificate for availing the benefits?Yes, it is mandatory to have a non-marriage Certificate for availing of the

For more details, visit: https://www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/ignwps-sikkim