Funeral Assistance Scheme (Madhya Pradesh)
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Funeral Assistance Scheme is run by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Madhya Pradesh. Launched on 13th August 2013, it provides financial assistance for the last rites of destitute and unclaimed bodies. The scheme also supports families who are registered under labour welfare schemes.
What You Get
- ₹3,000 financial assistance for funeral expenses
- Covers last rites and cremation costs
- Available for destitute and unclaimed bodies
- Extended support for registered labour scheme families
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Residence: Madhya Pradesh residents only
- Body must be destitute or unclaimed
- Family must be below poverty line or extremely poor
- Families registered under labour welfare schemes are eligible
- Applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh
- No fixed income limit specified
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Death Certificate
- 2. Identification Proof
- 3. Aadhaar Card
- 4. Labour Registration Certificate
- 5. Poverty Certificate
- 6. Bank Account Details
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Madhya Pradesh
- Category
- Health
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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