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Samman Pension Yojana for All First-Generation Living Legal Heirs of Freedom Fighters of Uttarakhand State

The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹4,800/- per month as pension to all first-generation living legal heirs of freedom fighters residing in the state of Uttarakhand.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Samman Pension Amount: ₹4,800/- per month

Who can apply

The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.; The applicant must be a first-generation living legal heir of a freedom fighter.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible for the scheme?

All living legal heirs of the first generation of freedom fighters who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand are eligible.

What is the pension amount provided under the scheme?

The scheme provides ₹4,800/- per month as pension.

Is the pension provided to individual heirs or jointly?

The pension is admissible jointly to all the living legal heirs of the first generation of the freedom fighter.

When does the pension become payable?

The pension becomes payable only after the lifetime of the widowed wife or widower husband of the deceased freedom fighter.

Who among the heirs are entitled to receive the pension?

All living sons and daughters (married or unmarried) of the deceased freedom fighter, as well as the widow of a first-generation heir, are entitled to receive the pension jointly.

How can one obtain the application form?

The application form can be obtained from the office of the District Magistrate of the concerned district.

Where should the application be submitted?

The completed application form, along with the required documents, must be submitted to the District Magistrate’s office.

Who approves the pension?

The pension is sanctioned only after verification and approval at the level of the District Magistrate.