Launched in 2000 by the Director of Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat, the Satyvadi Raja Harishchandra Marnotar Sahay Yojana provides financial assistance to Scheduled Caste families during the time of a family member’s death. This scheme is designed to help cover funeral expenses for families facing economic hardships.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
Scheduled Caste families receive a grant of ₹5,000 at the time of a family member’s death to help meet funeral expenses.
Eligibility
- Residency:
- Both the deceased and the applicant must be natives of Gujarat.
- Caste Requirement:
- Both the deceased and the applicant must belong to the Scheduled Castes.
- Income Criteria:
- The applicant’s annual family income should be more than ₹6,00,000 for both rural and urban areas.
(Note: Please verify this income limit as it is intended to support families facing financial difficulties.)
- The applicant’s annual family income should be more than ₹6,00,000 for both rural and urban areas.
- Application Timing:
- The application must be submitted within six months of the death.
- Documentation:
- A valid death registration certificate of the deceased must be produced.
- Benefit Limit:
- Only one family member is eligible to claim the benefit at the time of the death.
Application Process
Online Process via the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal
- Visit the Portal:
- Navigate to https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/.
- User Registration:
- Under the ‘Citizen Login’ tab, click on New User – Please Register Here.
- Enter your full name (as per Aadhaar), gender, date of birth, Aadhaar number, email ID, caste, etc., and click Register.
- Login:
- After successful registration, log in with your User ID and Password.
- Update Profile:
- Click on User Profile and update all mandatory information, then click Update.
- Apply for the Scheme:
- Select the scheme from the home page to open the application form.
- Fill in all mandatory details and upload the relevant documents.
- Submit Application:
- Agree to the terms and conditions, click Save Application, and submit.
- Print the application for future reference and note the application number for tracking.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph.
- Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Proof of residence (one of: Electricity Bill, License, Lease Agreement, Electoral Card, or Ration Card).
- Death Certificate of the deceased.
- Copy of the first page of the bank passbook or a cancelled cheque in the name of the applicant.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Proof of annual income.
- Any other documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who launched the scheme and when?
The scheme was launched in 2000 by the Director of Scheduled Caste Welfare, Government of Gujarat. -
What financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹5,000 to cover funeral expenses. -
Who is eligible to avail of this scheme?
The scheme is available to Scheduled Caste families in Gujarat where both the deceased and the applicant are natives of Gujarat and belong to the Scheduled Castes, subject to income criteria. -
Is there a time limit for applying?
Yes, applications must be made within six months of the death. -
Can more than one member of the family apply for the scheme?
No, only one person in the family is eligible to claim the benefit at the time of the death. -
Where can eligible applicants apply for the scheme?
Applications are submitted online via the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal.