This scheme was introduced in 1981 with financial assistance of Rs.100/ per month for 20yrs. For non-pensioner ESM/their widows. It was revised to 500 pm for 2 yrs in 2007 with an additional one time grant of Rs.30000/-at the age of 70/75.
Then, in 2011, it was
revised to 1000 pm for life irrespective of age of ESM or widows.
Later on in 2017, it was
enhanced to 4000 pm( paid annually)per beneficiary.
Now, our Govt
has enhanced the .Penury Grant to 8000/ pm from 01-11-2025 for deserving non-pensioner ESMs and their
widows.
Eligibilty conditions:
Eligibility Conditions for the
Widow
·
Rank: The deceased husband must have been a non-pensioner
Ex-Serviceman (ESM) of the rank of Havildar or equivalent (and below) from the
Army, Navy, or Air Force. [1, 2]
·
Age Requirement: The widow must generally be 65
years of age or older on April 1 of the financial year in which she
applies. (Note: The 65-year age limit is waived if the ESM was already
receiving the Penury Grant before his demise). [1, 2]
·
Financial Status: She must be in financial
distress or penury with no other regular source of income or financial
assistance. [1, 2]
·
No Service Pension: The deceased veteran must not
have been in receipt of a regular service pension. [1]
Grant Benefits
·
Amount: ₹8,000 per month (paid
annually).
·
Duration: Lifetime relief, provided an
annual life certificate is submitted. [1, 2]
How to Apply
1. Log in or create an account on
the Kendriya Sainik Board
(KSB) Web Portal and update your profile status to
"Widow" with the date of death of the veteran. [1, 2]
2. Upload mandatory documents, including
the complete discharge book, death certificate, bank account details, ZSB ID,
and penury certificate. [1, 2]
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