What are the Benefits?
Financial assistance of ₹20,000/-.
Who is Eligible?
Required Documents
Common Questions
What is the National Family Benefit Scheme-Maharashtra?
It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme that provides financial assistance to families of deceased primary breadwinners from BPL households.
Who implements the scheme in Maharashtra?
The scheme is implemented by the Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra.
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Families of deceased primary breadwinners who were between 18 and 59 years old and living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) are eligible.
How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A one-time lump sum financial assistance of [?]20,000 is provided to the family of the deceased.
What is the age limit for the deceased breadwinner?
The deceased breadwinner must have been between 18 and 59 years of age at the time of death.
Does the family need to be from a BPL household?
Yes, the family must be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
Who can apply for the scheme?
A family member or dependent of the deceased primary breadwinner can apply for the scheme.
Where should I submit the application?
Applications must be submitted to the Collector Office, Tahsildar, or Talathi.
What documents are required for the application?
Documents such as proof of the deceased's age, BPL certificate, death certificate, and proof of relation to the deceased may be required.
Is there an application form for this scheme?
Yes, you can obtain the prescribed application form from the Collector Office, Tahsildar, or Talathi during office hours.
Is the scheme applicable to non-BPL families?
No, only families classified as Below the Poverty Line (BPL) are eligible for the scheme.