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Uttar Pradesh · Widow / Pension

UP Nirashrit Mahila (Vidhwa) Pension Yojana

Also known as: UP Nirashrit Mahila Pension Yojana · UP Nirashrit Mahila Pension Scheme · UP Nirashrit Mahila Pension Yojana Uttar Pradesh · उत्तर प्रदेश निराश्रित महिला (विधवा) पेंशन योजना

UP Social Welfare Dept.
Benefit
₹1,000/month pension (recently revised from ₹500) for widows and destitute women of any age across UP; paid quarterly directly to Aadhaar-linked bank account; no income limit for women aged 60+ whose name is on the BPL list; all castes and religions eligible

At a glance

SchemeUP Nirashrit Mahila (Vidhwa) Pension Yojana
ForWidow / Pension
WhereUttar Pradesh
Yearly value (approx.)₹12,000
DepartmentUP Social Welfare Dept.
How to applyOnline
Info checked2026-10-26

Who Can Apply

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Required Documents

How to Apply

Apply online on the official government website (link below).

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for UP Nirashrit Mahila (Vidhwa) Pension Yojana?

Resident of Uttar Pradesh. For: Women. Family income up to ₹3 lakh a year.

What is the benefit of UP Nirashrit Mahila (Vidhwa) Pension Yojana?

₹1,000/month pension (recently revised from ₹500) for widows and destitute women of any age across UP; paid quarterly directly to Aadhaar-linked bank account; no income limit for women aged 60+ whose name is on the BPL list; all castes and religions eligible (about ₹12,000 a year)

What documents are needed for UP Nirashrit Mahila (Vidhwa) Pension Yojana?

Aadhaar Card, Husband's Death Certificate, Age Proof (Voter ID / Birth Certificate), BPL Ration Card or Income Certificate, Bank Account (Aadhaar-linked), UP Residence / Domicile Proof, Passport Photo.

How do I apply for UP Nirashrit Mahila (Vidhwa) Pension Yojana?

Apply online on the official website: https://mainpuri.nic.in/hi/scheme/%E0%A4%A8%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%BE%E0%A4%B6%E0%A5%8D%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%A4-%E0%A4%AE%E0%A4%B9%E0%A4%BF%E0%A4%B2%E0%A4%BE-%E0%A4%AA%E0%A5%87%E0%A4%82%E0%A4%B6%E0%A4%A8

How can I check if I am eligible for UP Nirashrit Mahila (Vidhwa) Pension Yojana?

Answer a few simple questions on YojanaSahay — it tells you free of cost which schemes you qualify for, with the documents for each.

Official link last checked: 2026-10-26