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All StatesSocial WelfareCentral Scheme
National Family Benefit Scheme
Managed by: Ministry of Rural Development (State Social Welfare Departments)
About the Scheme
Provides a one-time lump sum grant of Rs. 20,000 to the next-of-kin of a deceased BPL primary breadwinner in India.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •One-time financial grant assistance of Rs. 20,000 paid to the surviving head of the household in case of the primary breadwinner's death
Eligibility Criteria
State ResidencyResident of India / West Bengal
Age LimitsDeceased breadwinner must be aged between 18 and 59 years
Family Income CapMust belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) family
Social Class / CategoryAll categories
Additional Prerequisites
- Deceased must have been the primary breadwinner of the family at the time of death
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
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Apply through the NSAP Portal (nsap.nic.in)
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Submit application at local BDO office or municipal office within 1 year of death
Who Should Apply?
- ✓Nominees/survivors of deceased primary breadwinners aged 18-59 in BPL households
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Non-BPL households
- ✗Deaths of dependents who were not primary breadwinners
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the time limit to file the NFBS claim?
The claim form must be submitted within 1 year of the death of the primary breadwinner.
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Scheme Details
State / CentralCentral Government
AuthorityState Social Welfare Departments
SubcategoryDeath Compensation
Launch Date1995
Target Beneficiarygeneral
Official Helpline1800-345-5505