The Sikkim Unmarried Women Pension Scheme (SUWPS) is a 100% State Innovative Scheme launched by the Government of Sikkim in 2013. It is designed to provide financial assistance to unmarried women from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families in Sikkim who are in the age group of 45-59 years and have no source of income. Eligible beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of ₹2,000/-, ensuring social security and financial independence.
Benefits
- Monthly Pension:
Each eligible beneficiary receives a monthly pension of ₹2,000/-.
Eligibility
To qualify for the scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Residency:
Must be a permanent resident of Sikkim. - Gender:
The applicant must be a woman. - Marital Status:
The applicant should be unmarried. - Economic Status:
Must belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family. - Age Group:
The applicant should be between 45 and 59 years of age. - Income:
The applicant should have no source of income. - Exclusivity:
The applicant should not be covered by any other existing pension schemes from the State or Central Government.
Application Process
The application process for the scheme can be completed either offline or online:
- Approach the Local Office:
Visit your concerned Gram Panchayat, Municipality, or Municipal Corporation office and consult with the designated authority regarding the application procedure. - Collect the Application Form:
Obtain the application form from the local department office responsible for this scheme. - Fill and Attach Documents:
Complete all the mandatory fields in the form and attach all required self-attested documents. - Submit the Application:
Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the designated receiving authority.
Documents Required
- Photographs:
Three recent passport-sized photographs. - Identification and Certificates:
- Attested photocopy of Sikkim Subject Certificate or Certificate of Identification (such as Income Certificate, Caste Certificate, as applicable).
- Attested photocopy of the Below Poverty Line (BPL) Certificate.
- Birth Certificate, Electoral Photo Identity Card, or any other valid document showing the date of birth as proof of age.
- Attested copy of Aadhaar Card.
- Unmarried Certificate/Non-Marriage Certificate issued by the Gram Vikash Adhikari or Sub-Divisional Magistrate.
- Bank Details:
Attested photocopy of the first page of the Bank/Post Office Passbook along with a photocopy of the latest updated account details.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the monthly pension under this scheme?
Beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of ₹2,000/-. -
How long will a beneficiary receive the pension?
The pension is provided as long as the beneficiary remains eligible under the scheme conditions. -
What is the age limit under this scheme?
The scheme is applicable to unmarried women aged between 45 and 59 years. -
Is this scheme for employed unmarried women?
No, it is specifically for women without any source of income. -
Is the scheme applicable for all women?
Only unmarried women from BPL families in the specified age group, who are permanent residents of Sikkim, and not covered by any other pension schemes, are eligible. -
Can an unmarried woman covered by another pension scheme apply?
No, the applicant must not be receiving benefits under any other existing pension scheme of the State or Central Government. -
Is this scheme 100% State Innovative Scheme?
Yes, it is fully an innovative scheme by the Government of Sikkim. -
Can a beneficiary avail the benefits after migrating permanently to another state?
No, beneficiaries must remain permanent residents of Sikkim to continue receiving the pension. -
What is the mode of filling the application?
The application can be filled both offline and online, starting at the local Gram Panchayat/Municipality office. -
How will the pension be distributed?
The pension is transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.