The Viswakarma Pension Scheme is an initiative by the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala, aimed at providing financial support to traditional workers of the Viswakarma communities. This scheme focuses on pensioning those who have contributed to the traditional crafts—such as carpentry, goldsmithing, iron work, moosari work, stone work, and woodwork—by ensuring a stable monthly income after they reach 60 years of age.
Benefits
- Monthly Pension: Beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of ₹1,100/-.
- Financial Security: Aims to ensure that elderly traditional workers have a steady source of income to support their livelihood.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Viswakarma Pension Scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Kerala.
- Community: The applicant must belong to the traditional Viswakarma Community of Kerala (including but not limited to carpenters, goldsmiths, iron workers, moosari, stone workers, and wood workers).
- Age: The applicant should be more than 60 years of age.
- Income: The annual family income of the applicant should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
Application Process
Offline Application
- Download the Application Form:
- Visit the official website of the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala, and download the application form.
- Fill Out the Form:
- Complete the application form with all required details.
- Submit the Form:
- Send the filled form along with all relevant documents to:
Director, Backward Classes Development Department
Ayyankali Bhavan, 4th Floor, Kanakanagar,
Vellayambalam, Kawdiar P.O,
Thiruvananthapuram- 695003, Kerala.
- Send the filled form along with all relevant documents to:
Online Application
- Visit the Official Website/Online Portal:
- Access the online portal provided by the Backward Classes Development Department.
- Download or Access the Application Form:
- Fill in the online application form with the required details.
- Upload Documents & Submit:
- Attach the necessary documents and submit the application electronically.
Documents Required
- Copy of the Identity Proof
- Proof of Age
- Photograph of the applicant
- Copy of the Ration Card
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof
- Physical Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Copy of the Bank Passbook
- Any other supporting document, if required
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the Viswakarma Pension Scheme?
A1: It is a pension scheme by the Government of Kerala providing financial assistance to traditional workers of the Viswakarma communities.
Q2: Which department implements this scheme?
A2: The scheme is implemented by the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala.
Q3: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A3: Permanent residents of Kerala from the traditional Viswakarma community who are over 60 years of age and have an annual family income not exceeding ₹1,00,000/- are eligible.
Q4: What benefit does the scheme provide?
A4: Eligible beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of ₹1,100/-.
Q5: What is the minimum age limit for applicants?
A5: Applicants must be more than 60 years of age.
Q6: Is this scheme only for the Viswakarma communities of Kerala?
A6: Yes, the scheme is exclusively for traditional workers of the Viswakarma communities in Kerala.
Q7: Who is considered part of the Viswakarma Communities?
A7: This includes traditional workers such as carpenters (wood, iron, stone), goldsmiths, moosari, and wood workers, among others, who are recognized as part of the Viswakarma community.
Q8: Can applicants from outside Kerala apply?
A8: No, only permanent residents of Kerala are eligible.
Q9: What is the annual income criterion?
A9: The applicant’s annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
Q10: How can an applicant apply for the scheme?
A10: Applications can be submitted both offline by mailing the filled form with documents to the designated address, or online through the official portal.
Q11: Where can I get the application form for offline submission?
A11: The application form can be downloaded from the official website of the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala.
Q12: How do I apply online?
A12: Visit the official online portal, fill out the online application form, upload the required documents, and submit your application.