The “Financial Assistance to Ex-Servicemen of and above the Age of 60 Years and their Widows” scheme is implemented by the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Haryana. This welfare scheme is designed to provide a monthly pension of ₹3,000 to disabled ex-servicemen and their widows who are bonafide residents of Haryana. The scheme targets ex-servicemen discharged on medical grounds—with disabilities not attributable to service—and ensures that they, or their surviving spouses, receive regular financial support. The pension is subject to an annual increment of ₹400 every year (effective from 01.11.2017) and begins from the first day of the month following the sanction of the grant, with no arrears for any period before the sanction.
Benefits
- Monthly Pension:
- Amount: ₹3,000 per month.
- Annual Increment: An increase of ₹400 per month every year.
- Payment Conditions:
The pension is payable starting from the first day of the month after the grant is sanctioned. No arrears will be paid for the period before the sanction.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a bonafide resident of Haryana, supported by a domicile certificate issued by the competent authority and an attested copy of the Ration Card. - Service and Discharge:
- The applicant should be either a disabled ex-serviceman or the widow of an ex-serviceman.
- The ex-serviceman must have been discharged from the Armed Forces on medical grounds, with the disability not attributable to military service.
- Only ex-servicemen of other ranks (Havildar and below) who are in penury and have an annual income from all sources below ₹2,00,000 are eligible.
- Ex-servicemen (and their widows) discharged on grounds such as “Service No Longer Required” due to misconduct or inefficiency are not eligible.
- Exclusion Criteria:
Applicants receiving any pension, financial assistance, or maintenance allowance from any other government source are ineligible. If, after sanction, a beneficiary is found to be receiving another government pension or assistance, they will be permanently debarred. - Survival Verification:
Beneficiaries must submit annual survival verification proofs from the revenue authorities in April. Failure to do so will result in the immediate cessation of payments. - Continuity for Old Cases:
Beneficiaries already receiving the pension before these guidelines were issued will continue to get assistance at enhanced rates without reapplying.
Application Process
Online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal:
- Registration:
- Visit the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
- If not registered, click on “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and fill in the mandatory details (Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, State). Then click “Submit.”
- Verify your mobile number and email via OTP.
- Login and Application Submission:
- Log in with your registered credentials.
- Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View all Available Services.”
- Search for the “Financial Assistance to Ex-Servicemen of and above the Age of 60 Years and their Widows” scheme.
- Download any pre-defined document templates if required.
- Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) number, fetch family details, and select your name.
- Verify via OTP, fill in all mandatory fields, and upload the necessary documents.
- Preview your application and click “Submit.”
- Application Tracking:
- You can track your application status online using the Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID. Updates will be sent to your registered mobile number.
Documents Required
- Identity and Service Documents:
- Copy of the ex-serviceman’s Identity Card.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID).
- Original Discharge Book (complete) showing reasons for discharge on medical grounds.
- Residency Proof:
- Haryana Resident Certificate or domicile certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Attested copy of the Ration Card.
- Financial Documents:
- Revenue Report verified from the Tehsildar confirming an annual income below ₹2,00,000.
- Copy of the Bank Passbook (linked with Aadhaar).
- Medical and Verification Documents:
- Disability Certificate indicating the percentage of disability.
- Non-Employment Certificate (if applicable).
- NOC from the concerned District Social Welfare Department confirming non-receipt of any other financial assistance/pension.
- Affidavit verifying the particulars provided by the ex-serviceman or widow.
- Additional:
- Applicant’s Photo ID (e.g., Ration Card, Driving License, Voter ID, PAN Card).
- Original Discharge Book (must be attached and will be returned after verification).
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the monthly financial assistance amount under this scheme?
A monthly pension of ₹3,000 is provided, with an annual increment of ₹400. - Who is eligible for this scheme?
Disabled ex-servicemen of other ranks (Havildar and below) in penury with an annual income below ₹2,00,000, and the widows of such ex-servicemen, all of whom must be bonafide residents of Haryana. - Are there any specific income criteria for eligibility?
Yes, the annual income from all sources should be below ₹2,00,000. - Can an ex-serviceman discharged for misconduct apply?
No, ex-servicemen discharged on grounds of misconduct or inefficiency are not eligible, and consequently, their widows are also ineligible. - How does one apply for the scheme?
Applications are submitted online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal after completing the registration process. - Is there any penalty if a beneficiary receives other government pensions?
Yes, if a beneficiary is found to be receiving other government pensions or financial assistance, they will be permanently debarred from receiving benefits under this scheme. - When does the sanctioned financial assistance start being paid?
Payments begin from the first day of the month following the sanction of the grant, with no arrears for prior periods. - Can beneficiaries receive arrears for the period before the sanction date?
No, arrears for the period before the sanction are not paid. - How can applicants track their application status?
Application status can be tracked online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal using your Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID. - Is it mandatory to submit survival verification proofs?
Yes, beneficiaries must submit annual survival verification proofs every April. Failure to do so will result in immediate cessation of payments. - Are old beneficiaries required to reapply under the new guidelines?
No, beneficiaries already receiving the pension continue to receive assistance at enhanced rates without needing to reapply. - Can applicants from other states apply for this scheme?
No, only bonafide residents of Haryana are eligible.