Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (Punjab)
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS) is a social security program run by the Government of Punjab that provides monthly financial assistance to widows. It aims to support women who have lost their husbands and lack sufficient income. The scheme helps vulnerable widow women meet their basic living expenses through regular pension payments.
What You Get
- Monthly pension of ₹300 for widows aged 40 to 79 years
- Monthly pension of ₹500 for widows aged 80 years and above
- Direct cash support to help meet daily expenses
- Long-term financial security for elderly widows
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Female only
- Age: 40–100 years
- Residence: Punjab residents only
- Must be a widow (husband deceased)
- Minimum age of 40 years
- Must be a resident of Punjab
- Should have no regular source of income or be economically weaker
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Death Certificate of Husband
- 3. Bank Passbook
- 4. Age Proof Document
- 5. Residence Certificate
- 6. Income Certificate
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
- Punjab
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- Female
- Age Group
- 40–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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