The “Additional Pension to Widow of Ex-Serviceman having Children” scheme is implemented by the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Haryana. The scheme provides an additional pension to the widow of an ex-serviceman (whose death occurred while in service but not in battle) for up to three children. This additional pension is paid alongside the regular pension and continues until the child dies, reaches 20 years of age, gets married, or becomes employed—whichever occurs first. The pension is proportionately reduced as each child meets any of these conditions.
Benefits
The additional pension amount is based on the service category of the deceased ex-serviceman:
- Other Ranks: ₹100 per child per month, up to a maximum of ₹300.
- Junior Commissioned Officers (JCOs): ₹150 per child per month, up to a maximum of ₹450.
- Officers: ₹200 per child per month, up to a maximum of ₹600.
Mode of Payment:
Additional pension payments are made quarterly by the Secretary of the District Sainik Board via money order or in cash, as convenient.
Eligibility
- Widow Definition:
The applicant must be the widow of an ex-serviceman whose death occurred while in service (but not in battle). - Residency:
The widow must be a resident of Haryana. - Child Limit:
The benefit is provided for up to three children. - Duration of Benefit:
The additional pension continues until the child dies, attains 20 years of age, gets married, or becomes employed—whichever is the earliest. - Ongoing Certification:
Every eligible widow must submit a certificate of eligibility (in Form III) on a half-yearly basis (in June and December) to the concerned Secretary of the District Sainik Board. - Notification of Changes:
The widow is responsible for informing the Secretary if any child dies, reaches 20 years, gets married, or secures employment, so the pension can be adjusted accordingly.
Application Process
Online Process via Antyodaya-SARAL Portal
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Registration:
- Visit the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
- If not already registered, click “New User” under “Sign In Here” and complete the registration with details including Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, and State.
- Submit and verify your mobile number and email ID via OTP.
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Login and Apply:
- Log in using your registered email ID and password.
- Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View all Available Services.”
- Search for the scheme, download the pre-defined affidavit form/template, and fill it in.
- Upload the filled-in/signed affidavit along with other required documents in the ‘Attach Enclosures’ section.
- Click “Proceed to Apply” and fill in the application form.
- Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra number (Family ID) and click “Click here to Fetch Family Data” to display registered family members.
- Select your name, verify via OTP, fill in the mandatory details, and upload all required documents.
- Preview the application form and click “Submit.”
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Tracking:
- Applicants can track their application by visiting the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal and entering their Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.
Documents Required
- Copy of the Ex-serviceman’s/Widow of Ex-serviceman’s Identity Card.
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID).
- Original Discharge Book of the Ex-serviceman.
- Domicile Certificate of Haryana.
- Copy of Bank Passbook (linked with Aadhaar Card).
- Applicant’s Photo ID Proof (e.g., Ration Card, Driving Licence, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.).
- P.P.O (if applicable).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Affidavit (in the prescribed format).
- Any other documents as specified by the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible for this scheme?
The scheme is for the widow of an ex-serviceman whose death occurred while in service (non-battle) and who is a resident of Haryana, with the benefit extended for up to three children. -
How long does the benefit continue?
The additional pension continues until each child dies, attains the age of 20, gets married, or becomes employed—whichever occurs first. The pension amount is adjusted accordingly. -
What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
Depending on the service category of the ex-serviceman, the additional pension is ₹100, ₹150, or ₹200 per child per month, up to maximum limits of ₹300, ₹450, or ₹600 respectively. -
How is the additional pension paid?
The additional pension is paid quarterly by the Secretary of the District Sainik Board through money order or cash. -
How can an eligible applicant apply for this scheme?
Applications are submitted online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal following the registration and application process described above. -
Is there any specific residency requirement?
Yes, the widow must be a resident of Haryana. -
What happens if a child of the widow dies, reaches 20 years of age, gets married, or becomes employed?
The widow must inform the Secretary of the District Sainik Board to adjust the additional pension accordingly. -
What is the definition of a ‘widow’ under this scheme?
A ‘widow’ is defined as the wife of an ex-serviceman whose death occurred while in service (excluding deaths in battle). -
How often must the widow submit a certificate of eligibility?
A certificate of eligibility in Form III must be submitted every six months (in June and December). -
Can the benefit be claimed for more than three children?
No, the benefit is provided for a maximum of three children.