The Mukhyamantri Avivahit Pension Yojana is an initiative by the Government of Madhya Pradesh under the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities. The scheme is designed to empower unmarried women who, for various reasons, have not married and live independently. By providing a monthly pension, the scheme aims to improve their economic and social status, enabling them to lead a dignified life without dependence on others.
Benefits
- Pension Amount:
- A monthly pension of ₹600 is provided to eligible beneficiaries.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residency:
- Applicants must be natives of Madhya Pradesh.
- Marital Status:
- Only unmarried women are eligible.
- Age Requirement:
- Applicants must be 50 years or older.
- Income & Employment:
- Applicants should not be income taxpayers.
- Applicants must not be government employees/officers or honorary employees in government/non-government organizations.
Application Process
Offline
- Application Submission:
- Complete the prescribed application form along with the necessary documents.
- Submit the application at the office of the designated officer, Gram Panchayat, or Public Service Center.
- Acknowledgment:
- Upon submission, an acknowledgment receipt is issued.
- Document Verification:
- The submitted documents are scrutinized by the District Panchayat, Gram Panchayat, Urban Body, or Ward Office.
- In case of discrepancies, the application will be canceled with a written explanation.
- Approval:
- If all documents are found in order, the pension case is approved, and the beneficiary’s name is added to the pension proposal for that month.
- Disbursement:
- The monthly pension amount is directly deposited into the beneficiary’s bank savings account via a centralized processing system.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Samagra Card
- Address Proof
- Bank Account Statement
- Passport-Sized Photograph
- Mobile Number
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is this scheme?
It is a pension scheme for unmarried women in Madhya Pradesh to support their financial independence. -
What are the benefits?
A monthly pension of ₹600 is provided. -
Who can get the benefits?
Unmarried women aged 50 years or more, who are native to Madhya Pradesh and meet the income/employment criteria. -
Is the pension given every month?
Yes, the pension is disbursed on a monthly basis. -
How can I apply online?
Applicants can submit the application in the prescribed format at designated offices or via the relevant online portal as directed by the scheme guidelines. -
What documents are required?
The application must be accompanied by an Aadhaar Card, Samagra Card, address proof, bank account statement, passport-sized photograph, and a mobile number. -
What is the financial eligibility criteria?
Applicants should not be income taxpayers, and government or honorary employees are not eligible. -
Is this scheme limited to Madhya Pradesh?
Yes, it is exclusively for residents of Madhya Pradesh.