Financial Assistance to Pensioners Suffering From HIV and AIDS
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Social welfare & Empowerment,Pension,Financial assistance,Citizen empowerment
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
“Financial Assistance to Pensioners Suffering From HIV/AIDS” is a Social Security Scheme by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand which aims to provide social security through financial assistance to those persons who are suffering from HIV/AIDS.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Jharkhand. - The applicant should be suffering from HIV/AIDS. - The applicant should receive Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)/Antiretroviral Drugs (ARD) and its benefits from the District AIDS Control Society. - The applicant should have a Voter ID card and Aadhar Card (For applicants aged 18 years and above) - The applicant or their spouse should not be a beneficiary under any other Social Security pension scheme. - The applicant or their spouse should not be retired or permanently employed in Central and State Government or in public sector undertakings. - The applicant or their spouse should not be a recipient of any family pension or pension from Central and State Government or from public sector undertakings. - Applicant’s family is not an income tax payee. <br>
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
Step 01: The interested applicant should request the prescribed format of the application from the office of Block Development Officer (BDO) / Sub Divisional Officer (SDO) / Circle Officer. Step 02: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required). Step 03:Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority at: - Office of the BDO in rural areas. - Office of the SDO or Circle Officer in Municipalities and notified areas. <br>
Required Documents
- Medical Proof of receiving Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)/Antiretroviral Drugs (ARD) and its benefits from the District AIDS Control Society.
- Copy of Voter ID card (in case, applicant's age is 18 years or more).
- Copy Aadhar Card (in case, the applicant does not have an Aadhar Card they need to submit a Self-declaration).
- Copy of Bank Passbook.
- Self-declaration regarding the eligibility.
FAQs
What is Financial Assistance to Pensioners Suffering From HIV/AIDS Scheme?
Financial Assistance to Pensioners Suffering From HIV/AIDS Scheme provides social security through monthly financial assistance to those persons who are suffering from HIV/AIDS.
Which department has launched Financial Assistance to Pensioners Suffering From HIV/AIDS Scheme ?
Financial Assistance to Pensioners Suffering From HIV/AIDS Scheme has been launched by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand.
What is the primary criteria to be eligible for Financial Assistance to Pensioners Suffering From HIV/AIDS Scheme?
Persons who are suffering from HIV/AIDS are eligible for this scheme along with other conditions.
What is the rate and periodicity of the pension?
The monthly pension is ₹1000/-.
Is the pension provided in cash?
No, the pension amount is transferred directly to the individual's bank account.
What documents are required to apply for this scheme?
Medical Proof of receiving Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)/Antiretroviral Drugs (ARD) and its benefits from the District AIDS Control Society, Copy of Voter ID card, Aadhar card, Bank passbook are the necessary documents.
Is there an income criterion for eligibility? Ans: No, income is not a criterion; however, not receiving any other pension is a prerequisite.
No, income is not a criterion; however, not receiving any other pension is a prerequisite.
Can a widow avail Mukhyamantri Rajya Nirashrit Mahila Samman Pension Yojana?
Yes, as long as they meet the eligibility criteria and do not receive any other pension, widows are eligible.
Is there a provision for retroactive pension payment if the application is delayed?
No, pension payment starts from the date of approval; there is no provision for retroactive payments for delayed applications.
What if an applicant does not possess an Aadhar Card?
In case the applicant does not have an Aadhar Card they need to submit a Self-declaration stating that they do not have an Aadhar Card.