Viswakarma Pension Scheme
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Social welfare & Empowerment,Pension
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The Scheme “Viswakarma Pension” was launched by the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala to give the pension to traditional workers of Viswakarma Communities.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Kerala State. 2. The applicant should belong to the traditional Viswakarma Community of Kerala State. 3. The age of the applicant should be more than 60 years. 4. The annual family income of the applicant should be ₹1,00,000/-.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
Step 01: The applicant should visit the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Official Website" nis:value=https://bcdd.kerala.gov.in/en/schemes/development-schemes/viswakarma-pension/ nis:enabled=true/> of the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala, and download the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="application form" nis:value=https://bcdd.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Viswakarma-Pension-Application-Form-2.pdf nis:enabled=true/>. Step 02: Fill out the application form completely and send it along with all the relevant documents to the following addresses: Director, Backward Classes Development Department Ayyankali Bhavan, 4th Floor, Kanakanagar Vellayambalam, KawdiarP.O, Thiruvananthapuram- 695003, Kerala
Required Documents
- Copy of the Identity proof
- Proof of age
- Photo of the applicant
- Copy of the ration card
- Caste Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Residence proof
- Physical Disability Certificate, if applicable
- Copy of Bank Passbook
- Any other document, if required
FAQs
What is “Viswakarma Pension scheme”?
The “Viswakarma Pension” is a government scheme started with an aim to support the people belonging to the Viswakarma Communities.
Which is the implementing department of this scheme?
Backward Communities Development Department, Government of Kerala
Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
The Viswakarma Communities people can take benefit of the scheme.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
The monthly pension amount of ₹1100/- will be given to the persons belonging to the traditional Viswakarma Communities.
What should be the minimum age limit of the applicant?
The age of the applicant should be more than 60 years.
Is this scheme only for the Viswakarma Communities of Kerala State?
Yes, the applicant should belong to the State Viswakarma Communities of Kerala State.
Who will be considered under the Viswakarma Communities?
Carpenters (wood, iron, stone), Goldsmiths, Moosari etc.
Is this scheme only for the residents of the Kerala State?
Yes, the applicant should be a permanent resident of the Kerala State.
What is the criterion for annual family income under the scheme?
The annual family income of the applicant from all sources does not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
The eligible applicant can apply through online as well as offline mode.
Where can an applicant get the application form to apply through offline Mode?
The application can be downloaded from the official website of Backward Communities Development Department, Government of Kerala. https://bcdd.kerala.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Viswakarma-Pension-Application-Form-2.pdf
How can an applicant apply through Online Mode?
The applicant should visit the official website of the Backward Classes Development Department, Government of Kerala and fill out the application form. http://www.eep.bcdd.kerala.gov.in/