The scheme is centrally sponsored and shared by Centre and State Govt. on 50:50 basis.  Under the scheme widows in the age group of 40 to 79 years belonging to BPL category are eligible for monthly pension.

The application forms are available with DSWO/TSWO free of cost. The applicant has to complete the application form and enclose proof regarding age, income, status and address. Complete case is to be submitted to the concerned Tehsil Social Welfare officer against proper receipt. The concerned Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO) consolidates the list of eligible applicants under the scheme and forwards it to the concerned District Social Welfare Officer for arrangement of funds and accord of sanction by a designated District level Sanctioning Committee headed by Director General, Social Welfare Department, Kashmir.

Pension Sanctioning Authority

Director General, Social Welfare, Kashmir

District Social Welfare Officer

Assistant Commissioner (Development)

Chief Medical Officer