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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Pension To Widows And Destitute Women-Chandigarh

Under the Pension To Widows And Destitute Women scheme To provide financial assistance to Widows and Destitute Women of Chandigarh.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Chandigarh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Pension Amount To Widows And Destitute Women - ₹1,000/- per month

Who can apply

The applicant women's age should be 18-60 years.; The applicant should be a resident of UT, Chandigarh for more than 3 years.; The applicant's family's annual income should not exceed ₹1,50,000/-

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the objective of the scheme?

To provide financial assistance to Widows and Destitute Women.

How often are pension payments made to beneficiaries?

Pension payments are typically made every month to eligible beneficiaries.

How much amount can be given as an old age pension?

[?]1000/- p.m

Is There An Income-Related Criterion For This Scheme?

Family income of the applicant should not exceed [?]1.50 lacs annually.

What is the age requirement for this scheme?

The women of the age group 18-60 Years.

How do a applicant know if a field in the application form is mandatory?

The mandatory fields have an asterisk (*) mark at the end.

Can applicants from outside Chandigarh apply for the scheme?

No, this scheme is only for Chandigarh.

How can applicant apply online?

Applicants visit the e-District http://admser.chd.nic.in/marriage/PortalUser/PortalLogin.aspx

What documents are required ?

Residence proof of three years (Voter Card, Ration Card, Electricity Bill etc). | Death certificate of husband (In case of widow). | Aadhar Card. | Mobile Number.

Under which department does this scheme come?

Social Welfare, Women & Child Development.