What you get
- Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹10,000/- per month is given to Ex-servicemen of the Pre-Independence Era (World War II Veterans) & their widows. | Note: Sanctioned financial assistance grant shall be payable to the beneficiary from the first day of the following month in which case for grant of financial assistance is sanctioned by the Raiya Sainik Board and no arrear, for the past period prior to the date of sanction of grant of financial assistance shall be paid.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Who is eligible for the financial assistance under this scheme?
Ex-servicemen who enrolled before 31st August 1945 (WW II Veterans) and their widows who are bonafide residents of Haryana and are not receiving any other form of pension or financial assistance.
What is the monthly financial assistance provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides [?]10,000/- per month to eligible beneficiaries.
Are there any income criteria to qualify for this scheme?
Yes, only World War II Veterans of other ranks (Havildar and below) who are in penury and have an annual income from all sources below [?]2,00,000/- are eligible.
Can an applicant receiving any other pension or financial assistance apply for this scheme?
No, applicants should not be in receipt of any kind of pension, financial assistance, or maintenance allowance from any government department or organization.
How can I apply for this financial assistance?
Eligible applicants can apply online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal at https://saralharyana.gov.in/.
How can I track my application status?
You can track your application status through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal by entering your Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID at https://status.saralharyana.nic.in/.
When does the sanctioned financial assistance begin?
The financial assistance is payable from the first day of the month following the month in which the financial assistance is sanctioned by the Rajya Sainik Board.
Are arrears paid for the period before the sanction date?
No, arrears for the past period prior to the sanction date are not paid.
Can the financial assistance be stopped?
Yes, financial assistance can be stopped if the beneficiary fails to submit their survival verification proofs once every year in April.
What happens if a beneficiary is found receiving other financial assistance after the sanction date?
The beneficiary will be permanently debarred from receiving financial assistance under all welfare schemes run by the Rajya Zila Sainik Boards in Haryana.
Are beneficiaries required to apply afresh after receiving the assistance?
No, old ex-servicemen and widow beneficiaries whose cases have already been sanctioned prior to the issue of the guidelines will continue to receive financial assistance at enhanced rates without needing to apply afresh.
Can World War II Veterans with income from a job or business apply?
No, veterans and their widows with income from any job, profession, or business are not entitled to this financial assistance.