The Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter (KS-FS) is an initiative by the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC) Limited, a government undertaking. It is designed to support underprivileged Brahmins across all 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh by providing financial assistance to alleviate the burden of food and shelter expenses. Beneficiaries include orphan children, differently abled persons, widows or destitute women separated from their husbands, and elderly individuals.
Benefits
- Orphan Children:
- ₹2,000/- per month for orphan children below 14 years of age (as of 31st Jan 2019).
- Differently Abled Persons:
- ₹2,000/- per month.
- Widows or Destitute Women (Separated from Husband):
- ₹2,000/- per month.
- Elderly Beneficiaries:
- ₹2,000/- per month for those staying in their own home.
- ₹4,000/- per month for elderly staying in any Old-Age Home.
- ₹2,000/- per month for elderly in an Old-Age Home receiving a pension through the NTR Bharosa Scheme.
Note: Assistance is available for a maximum of two daughters per family under the scheme.
Eligibility Criteria
- Community & Residency:
- Must belong to the Brahmin community and be a resident of Andhra Pradesh.
- Documentation:
- Must hold a white ration card.
- Income:
- The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed ₹75,000/-.
- Specific Beneficiary Groups:
- Orphan Children: Must be below 14 years of age as of 31st Jan 2019.
- Elderly: Should be above 60 years of age as of 31st Jan 2019.
- Differently Abled Persons & Widows/Destitute Women:
- Eligible regardless of age, with widows/destitute women being those separated from their husbands (even if legal documents are not available).
- Exclusivity:
- The applicant should not have already availed of any amount under any other government scheme for the same purpose.
Application Process (Online)
Registration & Application:
- Visit the Official Website:
- Go to Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation’s website and click on “Scheme”.
- Register:
- Click on “Registration”; the application form will open.
- Fill in the Form:
- Enter your personal details including name, residence address, Aadhaar number, ration card number, bank details, etc.
- Upload your photograph, signature, and any certificate details as required.
- Attach Documents:
- Upload scanned copies of documents such as Birth Certificate, Residential Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Bank Passbook, etc.
- Submit:
- Finalize and submit the application. A reference number will be generated upon submission.
Check Application Status:
- Visit the “Services” Section:
- Click on “Know your status” on the website’s menu.
- Enter Details:
- Input your reference number, mobile number, or Aadhaar number.
- Select the relevant financial year and fetch the application details.
Download Acknowledgement Slip:
- Access the Acknowledgement Section:
- Click on “Acknowledgement Slip”.
- Enter Required Information:
- Provide your Aadhaar number and select the scheme.
- Submit:
- Download the acknowledgement slip for your records.
Documents Required
- Photograph:
- Passport-size photograph.
- Identity & Eligibility Proof:
- Aadhaar Card of the applicant.
- Caste Certificate (issued by the competent government authority such as Revenue Inspector/MRO).
- White Ration Card or Income Certificate (issued by the competent government authority).
- Bank Details:
- Copy of Savings Bank account statement/passbook (account must be in the name of the applicant).
- Additional Documents (if applicable):
- For widows: Death Certificate of the husband.
- For divorcee women: Legal Divorce Document.
- For destitute women (separated from husband without legal documents): Recommendation Certificate from the Director/DLO/MCLO of the Corporation, a Member of the AP Brahmin Cooperative Credit Society, or any MLA/MP/MLC.
- Residential Certificate:
- Issued by a competent authority.
Important:
The applicant’s name in the application form must match the name on the Aadhaar card and the bank passbook.
Applicants should not mention a joint/loan bank account in the application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter (KS-FS)?
It is a welfare initiative to provide financial assistance for food and shelter expenses to underprivileged Brahmins in Andhra Pradesh. -
Who is eligible for KS-FS?
Beneficiaries include orphan children (below 14 years as of 31st Jan 2019), differently abled persons, widows/destitute women (separated from husband), and elderly individuals (above 60 years as of 31st Jan 2019) from BPL families holding a white ration card. -
How do I apply for KS-FS?
Applications are submitted online via the official website by registering, filling out the application form, and uploading the required documents. -
What documents are needed?
Documents include a passport-size photograph, Aadhaar card, caste certificate, white ration card/income certificate, bank passbook copy, residential certificate, and additional documents as applicable (e.g., marriage certificate, death certificate, or recommendation certificate). -
How much financial assistance is provided?
The scheme offers varying amounts:- ₹2,000/- per month for orphan children, differently abled persons, widows/destitute women, and elderly living in their own homes.
- ₹4,000/- per month for elderly residing in an Old-Age Home.
- ₹2,000/- per month for elderly in Old-Age Homes receiving a pension under the NTR Bharosa Scheme.
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How is the assistance disbursed?
The financial assistance is disbursed on a monthly basis. -
Who selects the applicants?
The selection is done as per the guidelines laid down by the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation. -
Can I apply if I am receiving other government benefits?
No, the applicant should not have availed any other government scheme for the same purpose. -
Is there an age limit for differently abled applicants?
There is no specific age limit for differently abled individuals. -
Can I apply without a white ration card?
Possession of a white ration card (or income certificate) is mandatory for eligibility. -
Is support available for filling out the application?
Yes, assistance may be available through the helpdesk provided on the website. -
When will assistance payments start?
Payments begin after the application is processed and approved. -
Can the SLC make exceptions?
Any exceptions would be subject to the guidelines and discretion of the authorities.