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Sikkim Unmarried Women Pension Scheme

The scheme “Sikkim Unmarried Women Pension Scheme (SUWPS)” was launched in 2013 by the Department of Women & Child Welfare, Govt. of Sikkim. Under this scheme, the unmarried women of Below Poverty Line (BPL) families in Sikkim would receive a pension of ₹ 2000/- per month.

Authority

State

Region

Sikkim

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

The applicant should be a permanent resident of the state of Sikkim.; The applicant should be a woman.; The applicant should be unmarried.; The applicant should be from Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.; The applicant should be in the 45-59 years age group.; The applicant should not have any source of income.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What should be the monthly pension under this scheme?

The beneficiary will get a sum of [?] 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 a pension as long as she is unmarried.

What is the age limit under this scheme?

Unmarried women of the age group 45-59 years are eligible for the scheme.

Is this scheme for employed unmarried woman?

No, this scheme is applicable only to unmarried women without any source of income.

Is this scheme applicable for all women?

No, this scheme is only for unmarried women of BPL families of Sikkim state.

Can an unmarried woman covered by any other existing pension scheme eligible under this scheme?

No, the unmarried woman should not have been covered by any other existing pension schemes of the State or Central government.

Is this scheme 100% State Innovative Scheme?

Yes, this scheme is 100% State Innovative Scheme.

Can a beneficiary avail of the benefits after permanent migration to another state?

No, to continue the benefits of the scheme, the beneficiary should not be migrated permanently outside the state of Sikkim.

What is the mode of filling application?

The applicant may fill application both online & offline mode.

How can I register under this scheme?

Please visit the online portal link: https://pensionscheme.sikkim.gov.in and use the "Create Account" button to reach the registration page. Complete registration requirements as appropriate and click the "Register" button to register and then login.

How will the pension distributed under the scheme?

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.