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West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Assistance on Death and Permanent Disablement
State: West Bengal
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides financial relief to the beneficiaries in case of permanent disability due to accidents or their dependents/nominees in case of accidental or natural death.

Benefits:
> **Relief on Death:**

   1. **For accidental death:** ₹1,50,000/-.   1. **For natural death:** ₹50,000/-.

> **Relief on Permanent Disability:**

   1. **For loss of one hand, one leg below the knee, one eye, or hearing capacity in one ear:** ₹25,000/-.   1. **For loss of a thumb:** ₹9,000/-.   1. **For loss of any other finger:** ₹4,000/-   1. **Maximum relief for total disablement:** ₹50,000/-.

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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrolment.
   1. The applicant must be an unorganized worker employed in the operation of commercial vehicles, such as cars, taxis, luxury taxis, light commercial vehicles, vans, auto-rickshaws, tempos, lorries, trucks, or buses.
   1. The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes and not solely for personal or family use.

&gt; **Note:** A nominee/ dependent of a beneficiary shall be entitled for the benefits in case of death.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step-1: Visit the “eDistrict 2.0” portal. Click on Log In/Sign Up.
Step-2: In the User Login window, scroll down to the bottom and click on “Register”.
Step-3: Fill in all the details carefully, enter a username, and click on “Register”.
Step-4: Upon entering the One Time Password received on your mobile, you will be successfully registered.
Step-5: Now in the User Login window, enter your Username or email and captcha and click on “Sign In”.
Step-6: Enter the received O.T.P and click on “Submit”.
Step-7: Upon successful Login, You will be redirected to the “Dashboard”. From the right side menu apply for the concerned scheme.

Documents Required:
For New Registration:Certification by Prescribed Authority in the Prescribed format,
Passport Size Photo (self and for each dependent member).
Age Proof Document.
Driving Licence in case of Drivers.
EPIC/ AADHAR Card.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:Details of the Nominee/ Dependent.
Death Certificate (for death claims).
Medical Certificate/ Report (for disability claims).
West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Assistance on Hospitalization
State: West Bengal
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides financial assistance to transport workers who are hospitalized for 5 or more days due to an accident.

Benefits:
- **Assistance for Hospitalization:** ₹400/- per day for the first 5 days of hospitalization due to an accident.  - **Extended Financial Support:** ₹200/- per day for the remaining period of hospitalization after the first five days.  - **Maximum Benefit:** Up to a total of ₹10,000/- for the entire hospitalization period.
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrolment.
1. The applicant must be an unorganized worker employed in the operation of commercial vehicles, such as cars, taxis, luxury taxis, light commercial vehicles, vans, auto-rickshaws, tempos, lorries, trucks, or buses.
1. The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes and not solely for personal or family use.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Visit the “eDistrict 2.0” portal. Click on Log In/Sign Up.
Step 2: In the User Login window, scroll down to the bottom and click on “Register”.
Step 3: Fill in all the details carefully, enter a username, and click on “Register”.
Step 4: Upon entering the One Time Password received on your mobile, you will be successfully registered.
Step 5: Now in the User Login window, enter your Username or email and captcha and click on “Sign In”.
Step 6: Enter the received O.T.P and click on “Submit”.
Step 7: Upon successful Login, You will be redirected to the “Dashboard”. From the right side menu apply for the concerned scheme.

Documents Required:
For New Registration:Certification by Prescribed Authority in the Prescribed format,
Passport Size Photo (self and for each dependent member).
Age Proof Document.
Driving Licence in case of Drivers.
EPIC/ AADHAR Card.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:Medical Certificate.
West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Family Pension
State: West Bengal
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Under this scheme, beneficiaries, upon retirement or unfortunate demise, will have 50% of their last drawn amount transferred monthly to their families through a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.

Benefits:
- **Monthly Family Pension:** 50% of the amount last drawn by the beneficiary.
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrolment.
   1. The applicant must be an unorganized worker employed in the operation of commercial vehicles, such as cars, taxis, luxury taxis, light commercial vehicles, vans, auto-rickshaws, tempos, lorries, trucks, or buses.
   1. The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes and not solely for personal or family use.

&gt; **Note:** A nominee/ dependent of a beneficiary shall be entitled for the benefits.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Visit the “eDistrict 2.0” portal. Click on Log In/Sign Up.
Step 2: In the User Login window, scroll down to the bottom and click on “Register”.
Step 3: Fill in all the details carefully, enter a username, and click on “Register”.
Step 4: Upon entering the One Time Password received on your mobile, you will be successfully registered.
Step 5: Now in the User Login window, enter your Username or email and captcha and click on “Sign In”.
Step 6: Enter the received O.T.P and click on “Submit”.
Step 7: Upon successful Login, You will be redirected to the “Dashboard”. From the right side menu apply for the concerned scheme.

Documents Required:
For New Registration:Certification by Prescribed Authority in the Prescribed format,
Passport Size Photo (self and for each dependent member).
Age Proof Document.
Driving License in case of Drivers.
EPIC/ AADHAR Card.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:Details of the Nominee/ Dependent.
Proof of identity (Aadhaar card, Voter ID, etc.).
Age proof document (Birth certificate, Aadhaar, etc.).
West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Funeral Expenses
State: West Bengal
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides monetary support to help cover funeral costs in the unfortunate event of a beneficiary's demise.

Benefits:
- **Financial Assistance:** ₹3,000/-.
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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrolment.
  - The applicant must be an unorganized worker employed in the operation of commercial vehicles, such as cars, taxis, luxury taxis, light commercial vehicles, vans, auto-rickshaws, tempos, lorries, trucks, or buses.
  - The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes and not solely for personal or family use.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Visit the “eDistrict 2.0” portal. Click on Log In/Sign Up.
Step 2: In the User Login window, scroll down to the bottom and click on “Register”.
Step 3: Fill in all the details carefully, enter a username, and click on “Register”.
Step 4: Upon entering the One Time Password received on your mobile, you will be successfully registered.
Step 5: Now in the User Login window, enter your Username or email and captcha and click on “Sign In”.
Step 6: Enter the received O.T.P and click on “Submit”.
Step 7: Upon successful Login, You will be redirected to the “Dashboard”. From the right side menu apply for the concerned scheme.

Documents Required:
For New Registration:Certification by Prescribed Authority in the Prescribed format,
Passport Size Photo (self and for each dependent member).
Age Proof Document.
Driving Licence in case of Drivers.
EPIC/ AADHAR Card.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:Death certificate of the beneficiary.
Any other documents (if required).
West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Maternity Benefit
State: West Bengal
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Women and Child, Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This scheme provides financial assistance to a beneficiary on successful delivery of a child or miscarriage by such beneficiary or his wife.

Benefits:
- **Financial Assistance:** ₹6,000/-.

Eligibility:
- The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrolment.
  - The applicant must be an unorganized worker employed in the operation of commercial vehicles, such as cars, taxis, luxury taxis, light commercial vehicles, vans, auto-rickshaws, tempos, lorries, trucks, or buses.
  - The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes and not solely for personal or family use.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Visit the “eDistrict 2.0” portal. Click on Log In/Sign Up.
Step 2: In the User Login window, scroll down to the bottom and click on “Register”.
Step 3: Fill in all the details carefully, enter a username, and click on “Register”.
Step 4: Upon entering the One Time Password received on your mobile, you will be successfully registered.
Step 5: Now in the User Login window, enter your Username or email and captcha and click on “Sign In”.
Step 6: Enter the received O.T.P and click on “Submit”.
Step 7: Upon successful Login, You will be redirected to the “Dashboard”. From the right side menu apply for the concerned scheme.

Documents Required:
For New Registration:Certification by Prescribed Authority in the Prescribed format,
Passport Size Photo (self and for each dependent member).
Age Proof Document.
Driving Licence in case of Drivers.
EPIC/ AADHAR Card.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:Certificate from a registered Medical Practitioner.
Any other documents (if required).
West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Medical Benefit for Major Ailments
State: West Bengal
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Health & Wellness
Beneficiary Type: Individual

This scheme provides financial assistance for the treatment of beneficiaries or their family members suffering from major ailments like cancer, TB, brain stroke, cardiac problems, and others.

Benefits:
- **Assistance for Major Ailments:** Up-to ₹20,000/-.  - **Assistance for Surgery:** Up-to ₹60,000/-.
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Eligibility:
- The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrolment.
  - The applicant must be an unorganized worker employed in the operation of commercial vehicles, such as cars, taxis, luxury taxis, light commercial vehicles, vans, auto-rickshaws, tempos, lorries, trucks, or buses.
  - The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes and not solely for personal or family use.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step 1: Visit the “eDistrict 2.0” portal. Click on Log In/Sign Up.
Step 2: In the User Login window, scroll down to the bottom and click on “Register”.
Step 3: Fill in all the details carefully, enter a username, and click on “Register”.
Step 4: Upon entering the One Time Password received on your mobile, you will be successfully registered.
Step 5: Now in the User Login window, enter your Username or email and captcha and click on “Sign In”.
Step 6: Enter the received O.T.P and click on “Submit”.
Step 7: Upon successful Login, You will be redirected to the “Dashboard”. From the right side menu apply for the concerned scheme.

Documents Required:
For New Registration:Certification by Prescribed Authority in the Prescribed format,
Passport Size Photo (self and for each dependent member).
Age Proof Document.
Driving Licence in case of Drivers.
EPIC/ AADHAR Card.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:Medical Certificate.
Hospital Bills,
Any other documents (if required).
West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Pension
State: West Bengal
Ministry: null
Department: Labour Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The scheme provides pension benefits to transport workers of the state upon reaching 60 years of age.

Benefits:
- **Pension Amount:** ₹1,500/- per month for beneficiaries aged 60 and above.  - **Incremental Benefit:** Additional ₹10/- per month for every completed year of enrolment beyond five years.
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Eligibility:
1. The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrolment.
   1. The applicant must be an unorganized worker employed in the operation of commercial vehicles, such as cars, taxis, luxury taxis, light commercial vehicles, vans, auto-rickshaws, tempos, lorries, trucks, or buses.
   1. The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes and not solely for personal or family use.
   1. The applicant must have been continuously enrolled in the scheme for at least 5 years to qualify for pension benefits.

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Application Process:
[Online]
Step-1: Visit the “eDistrict 2.0” portal. Click on Log In/Sign Up.
Step-2: In the User Login window, scroll down to the bottom and click on “Register”.
Step-3: Fill in all the details carefully, enter a username, and click on “Register”.
Step-4: Upon entering the One Time Password received on your mobile, you will be successfully registered.
Step-5: Now in the User Login window, enter your Username or email and captcha and click on “Sign In”.
Step-6: Enter the received O.T.P and click on “Submit”.
Step-7: Upon successful Login, You will be redirected to the “Dashboard”. From the right side menu apply for the concerned scheme.

Documents Required:
For New Registration:Certification by Prescribed Authority in the Prescribed format,
Passport Size Photo (self and for each dependent member).
Age Proof Document.
Driving Licence in case of Drivers.
EPIC/ AADHAR Card.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:Original copies of Form - I, II, IIA.
Life Certificate.
Bank Details.
Joint Passport Size Photo with Spouse (3 copies).
Widow / Destitute Women Pension Scheme - Punjab
State: Punjab
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Punjab State Government started a pension for widow and destitute women.

Benefits:
Amount : ₹ 1,500/- per month

Eligibility:
1. Beneficiary should be a Permanent Resident of Punjab .
1. The Annual Income of Beneficiary should not be more than Rs. 60,000/-per year .
1. The below mentioned women are eligible for monthly pension :-

   1. Widow Women.
   1. Destitute Women.
   1. Unmarried Women.

1. The Age of the beneficiary should be :- 

   1. Widow or Destitute Women: Below 58 Years.
   1. Unmarried Women: Above 30 Years.

Application Process:
[Online]
Step-1: Applicants have to visit the official website.
Step-2: Click on the "Click to apply services".
Step-3: Now login on Digital Punjab portal with Email/Phone number and password. If does have any account then register here
Step-4: Fill out the application form.
Step-5: Attach the required documents
Step-6: Submit.

[Offline]
Step-1: Applicants have to visit the official website and download the application form.
Step-2: Fill out the application form.
Step-3: Attach required documents.
Step-4: Submit the Application Form along with all the documents in the same office or centre from where it was collected.

Documents Required:
Judgement of court or panchayat / Divorce Deed Only In case applied by Divorced Destitute Women.
Date of Birth Proof of Widow/Destitute Women (Voter Card / Voter List / Matriculation certificate / Certificate from Registrar Birth & Death / Aadhaar Card)
First page of Passbook.
Copy of UDID Card/ Disability Certificate and Self Declaration.
Death Certificate of Husband.
Self-Declaration.
Widow B.Ed Scheme-Rajasthan
State: Rajasthan
Ministry: null
Department: Higher Education Department
Category: Education & Learning, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

In 2015-16, Rajasthan State started the "Widow B.Ed Scheme" for Widow/abandoned women.

Benefits:
- Financial Assistance : ₹17,880 (Fee Reimbursement).

Eligibility:
1. It is mandatory for the candidate to be of Rajasthan origin. 
1. Only women taking B.Ed training will be made beneficiaries.
1. Applicants must be regular students of the B.Ed training program from any government and recognized private institute in Rajasthan.
1. It is necessary for the beneficiary woman to be divorced and abandoned.
1. Women who have obtained a B.Ed degree earlier by taking admission in B.Ed course will be ineligible.
1. 75 percent attendance of women in the concerned institute will be mandatory.
1. The female candidate should not be a beneficiary of any other scholarship or equivalent scheme of the Government.

Application Process:
[Online]
Applicants have to visit the official portal.
If applicants are not registered users, they need to click on register and complete the registration process.
If Applicants are already registered users, they need to click on login with their SSOID & password.
Fill out the application form.
Provided the required documents.
Submit.

Documents Required:
Aadhar Card Copy
Address Proof Copy
Bank Passbook Copy
Divorce Certificate Copy
Death Certificate Copy
Domicile Certificate Copy
Education Qualification Marksheet / Certificate Copy
Fee Receipt
Jan Aadhar/Bhamashah Card Copy
Widow Pension - Uttar Pradesh
State: Uttar Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Department of Women & Child Development
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiary Type: Individual

Widow pension in Uttar Pradesh is a social welfare scheme by the Government of Uttar Pradesh to provide financial assistance to widows residing in the state. The scheme is administered by the Women Welfare Department of the state government.

Benefits:
Financial Assistance : ₹1,000/- per month

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh state.
1. The applicant&#39;s husband has died.
1. The age of the applicant should not be less than 18 years.
1. The annual income of the applicant and her family from all sources should not exceed  ₹ 2,00,000/-

Application Process:
[Online]
Applicant must visit the official website.
Click on "Apply Online" .
Provide the below required details:
Personal Details.
Bank detail.
Income Details.
Upload below document:
Passport size color photograph.
Birth/Age certificate.
Husband Death certificate.
Declaration.
Click on submit.

Documents Required:
Colored passport size photo
Age related certificate (educational records/provided by medical officer).
Income Certificate (provided by Tehsil).
Death certificate of husband (local body/gram panchayat).
Aadhaar Card/Aadhaar Registration Number (No need to submit separate certificate for age and residence).
Photocopy of bank account with IFS code.
Mobile number.
Not receiving pension from any other scheme of the state or central government related affidavit
Widow Pension Scheme (HPBOCWWB)
State: Himachal Pradesh
Ministry: null
Department: Labour and Employment Department, Himachal Pradesh
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The "Widow Pension Scheme" launched by HPBOCWWB is designed to support widows of registered beneficiaries. Through this initiative, the Board will disburse a monthly amount of ₹1,500/- to help widows manage their expenses and improve their quality of life.

Benefits:
Monthly Pension of ₹1,500/-

Eligibility:
1. The applicant should be the widow of a deceased construction worker.
1. The deceased worker should have been registered with the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HPBOCWWB).
1. The deceased worker should have maintained regular membership with the Board.

Application Process:
[Online]
Scheme Application Process:
Step 1: The applicant must visit the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Step 2: Click on the option "Apply for Benefits."
Step 3: Enter your beneficiary details and date of birth, then click "Search" to view your information.
Step 4: Select the scheme you wish to apply for to avail of the benefits.
Step 5:  Enter all required information and upload the necessary documents as prompted.
Step 6: Finally, click on "Submit Application" to complete the process.
Application Tracking:
Applicants can track their application status online through the official website of the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Relevant updates will be sent to the registered mobile number.

Documents Required:
Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter Card
Bank account details/copy of bank passbook
Caste Certificate
Age proof
Labour Card
Widow Certificate
Death certificate of the worker
HPBOCWWB registration proof
Any other documents as required
Widow Pension-West Bengal
State: West Bengal
Ministry: null
Department: Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department
Category: Social welfare & Empowerment, Women and Child
Beneficiary Type: Individual

The West Bengal government's Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department launched the "Widow Pension" scheme in 2010. This program aims to support widows facing economic hardship within the state.

Benefits:
- Financials assistance of ₹1,000/- per Month through DBT mode to the beneficiaries.

Eligibility:
1. The beneficiary must be widow girl/woman.
1. The beneficiary should attain the age of 60 years or more.
1. The beneficiary must be a citizen of India and a resident of West Bengal.
1. The beneficiary family income must not exceed ₹ 1,000/- per month.
1. The beneficiary must not be maintained by any of her relative.
1. The beneficiary must have been a resident of West Bengal for at least ten years on the date of making the application.
1. Professional beggars and mendicants are not eligible for the pension.

Application Process:
[Offline]
Application Form(Form-P) for Pension may be obtained free of cost from following offices namely:
Office of the Block Development Officer or the Executive Officer of the concerned Panchayat Samity in case of the applicant resides in the rural areas under the said Panchayat Samity.
Office of the Sub-Divisional Officer in case of the applicant resides in Municipal / Notified areas outside the areas of Kolkata Municipal Corporation.
Office of the Controller of Vagrancy, West Bengal situated at Purta Bhawan, Bidhan Nagar, Kolkata-700091, in case of the applicant resides within the areas under Kolkata Municipal Corporation.
Required information for application form
Person Details.
Contact Details.
Type of Disability and disability percentage.
Bank Account Details.
Required documents
Copy of Aadhaar self-attested.
Copy of Ration Card.
Copy of Voter Id.
Copy of Disability Certificate.
Copy of Income Certificate.
Copy of Husband’s Death Certificate.
Copy of Bank Pass Book.
Nomination Form (In case of death).
Passport Size photograph.
Application Form for Pension shall be addressed to:-
The District Magistrate of the concerned District and shall be submitted to the Block Development Officer or the Executive Officer of the Panchayat Samity in case of the applicant residing in the rural areas under a Panchayat Samity.
The District magistrate of the concerned District and Shall be submitted to the Sub-Divisional Officer in case of the applicant residing in Municipal / Notified areas outside the areas of Kolkata Municipal Corporation.
The Controller of Vagrancy, West Bengal and shall be submitted to the Controller Vagrancy West Bengal in case of the applicant residing within the areas under Kolkata Municipal Corporation.

Documents Required:
Copy of Aadhaar self-attested.
Copy of Ration Card.
Copy of Voter Id.
Copy of Disability Certificate.
Copy of Income Certificate.
Copy of Husband’s Death Certificate.
Copy of Bank Pass Book.
Nomination Form (In case of death).
Passport Size photograph.