RMEWF-Financial Assistance For Education Of Children & Widows Of Ex-Servicemen
✓ Information verified — April 2026This is a Ministry of Defence scheme that provides financial assistance to help children of Ex-Servicemen and widows of Ex-Servicemen pursue education. The scheme supports education up to graduation level for children, and allows widows to pursue post-graduation degrees. It aims to support the families of those who served in the armed forces.
What You Get
- Financial assistance for education of up to two children of Ex-Servicemen up to graduation level
- Financial assistance for widows of Ex-Servicemen to pursue post-graduation degrees
- Direct grant support to reduce education costs for eligible families
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Male only
- Age: 4–100 years
- Must be a widow of a deceased Ex-Serviceman, or child of an Ex-Serviceman
- Children must be pursuing education up to graduation level (maximum two children covered)
- Widow applicants must be pursuing post-graduation degree
- Applicant must not have exceeded the age limit as per scheme guidelines
- Must provide proof of Ex-Serviceman status or widow status of Ex-Serviceman
Documents Needed
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- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Ex-Serviceman ID or Discharge Certificate
- 3. Marriage Certificate (for widows)
- 4. Death Certificate (for widows)
- 5. Educational Certificates
- 6. Bank Account Details
- 7. 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
- Central Government
- Ministry
- Ministry Of Defence
- Category
- Education
- Target Gender
- Male
- Age Group
- 4–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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