What you get
- Women victims of crime are provided financial assistance/compensation ranging from a minimum of ₹3 lakh to a maximum of ₹10 lakh. | - Upon receipt of an application for compensation, the State/District Legal Services Authority may pass an order to provide immediate first aid or medical benefits free of cost to the victim/dependent, or an immediate relief amount of ₹5,000/- or ₹10,000/-, as required. This amount shall be disbursed immediately by the Member-Secretary, State Legal Services Authority or District Legal Services Authority. | - If a woman is a victim of sexual violence or an acid attack and is covered under more than one offence, she will be entitled to receive a consolidated amount of compensation.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Can applications be submitted online?
Yes, applications can be submitted online through the “Victim Compensation” option on the NALSA website.
Who is eligible under this scheme?
All women of the state, or their dependents, who are victims of gang rape, rape, unnatural sexual assault, pregnancy due to rape, abortion or loss of fertility, loss of life, disability, physical or mental injury, burns, or acid attack are eligible.
What is the compensation amount under the scheme?
Compensation ranges from a minimum of ₹3 lakh to a maximum of ₹10 lakh, depending on the nature and severity of the crime.
In how many forms is compensation provided?
Compensation is provided in two forms: interim compensation (immediate relief) and final compensation (long-term assistance).
What is interim compensation?
Interim compensation provides immediate relief after the crime, including free medical treatment or financial assistance up to ₹10,000.
What is final compensation?
Final compensation ranges from ₹3 lakh to ₹10 lakh, depending on the severity of the crime and the impact on the victim.
Who decides the amount of compensation?
The State or District Legal Services Authority determines the compensation amount based on the nature of the crime and the victim’s condition.
Can a victim receive compensation if she has suffered multiple offences?
Yes, if a woman is a victim of more than one offence, such as sexual violence and acid attack, she will be entitled to a consolidated amount of compensation.
How can a victim apply for interim compensation?
The victim or dependent can apply by submitting their Aadhaar card, copy of FIR, and medical certificates to the SLSA/DLSA, or apply online through the NALSA website.