The Delhi Family Benefit Scheme provides one-time financial assistance to the family members of a deceased primary breadwinner (male or female) of a household. This initiative is designed to strengthen the social security of needy families and ensure timely financial support during difficult times.
Objectives
- To provide social assistance to families in the event of the death of the primary breadwinner.
- To support families whose homes are registered as BPL (Below Poverty Line) cardholders.
- To ensure that funds are transferred securely via a singly-operated bank or post office account (with certain relaxations for minors, mentally challenged applicants, or those under legal guardianship).
Benefits
- One-time Assistance:
A one-time financial benefit of ₹20,000/- is remitted to the beneficiary’s bank account. - Disbursement Mode:
Payments are made through the PFMS portal, linked to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar number or account number.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age of Deceased:
The deceased primary breadwinner must have been between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of death. - Residency:
The applicant must have been a resident of Delhi for more than 5 years prior to the date of application. - Family Income:
The family’s annual income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-. - Aadhaar Requirement:
The applicant must have an Aadhaar number; this is mandatory for application submission. - Bank Account:
The applicant should maintain a singly-operated bank or post office account in Delhi for receiving the benefit.- Note: This requirement may be relaxed for minors, mentally challenged applicants, or individuals under legal guardianship as per the National Trust rules.
Application Process
Online Process:
- Access Portal:
- Apply online via the e-District portal at www.edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in.
- Registration:
- Register through the citizen log-in or approach the concerned District Social Welfare Office.
- Mandatory Aadhaar:
- An Aadhaar number is mandatory; the application portal will not function without it.
- Submission:
- Submit the online application along with self-attested documentary evidence as required.
Documents Required
- Age Proof
- Residence Proof
- Singly-operated Bank Account Details:
- For minors, this requirement may be relaxed if the account is under guardianship.
- Death Certificate of the Breadwinner
- One Passport-size Photograph of the Applicant
- Income Self-declaration:
- In the format provided on the portal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Is Aadhaar necessary for applying for the Delhi Family Benefit Scheme?
Yes, an Aadhaar number is mandatory for the application. -
What is the Delhi Family Benefit Scheme?
It is a scheme providing one-time financial assistance to families of the deceased primary breadwinner. -
What kind of bank account is required?
A singly-operated bank or post office account in the National Capital Territory of Delhi is required (with relaxations for certain cases). -
What documents are needed as residential proof?
Documents that verify the applicant’s residence in Delhi for over 5 years are required. -
Can an applicant apply if not a Delhi resident?
No, the applicant must be a resident of Delhi. -
What is the benefit amount of the scheme?
The scheme offers a one-time benefit of ₹20,000/-. -
What is the age range for the deceased breadwinner?
The deceased must have been between 18 and 60 years of age. -
How to apply online?
Applications can be made via the e-District portal at www.edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in after registering with a valid Aadhaar number. -
What documents are required?
Age proof, residence proof, bank account details, death certificate of the breadwinner, passport-size photograph, and an income self-declaration.