What do you get under Dependent Children Aid?
₹1,000 a month per child, for up to two children under 18, to meet the cost of upkeep and education.
Who is eligible for Dependent Children Aid?
- Children under 18 who have lost their father or both parents, or whose father is absent.
- The mother gets the widow and destitute women pension from the department (or a legal guardian applies if both parents have died).
- Living in UT Chandigarh for more than 3 years; not in institutional care and not getting a family pension.
Also check:
- The mother must already be on the Chandigarh widow and destitute women pension.
Documents needed for Dependent Children Aid
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Dependent Children Aid
- Download the form from chdsw.gov.in.
- Attach the child’s birth certificate, a certificate from the school last attended, residence proof and the mother’s or guardian’s Aadhaar.
- Submit at the Department of Social Welfare, Sector 17-C, Chandigarh.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Dependent Children Aid?
Children under 18 who have lost their father or both parents, or whose father is absent. The mother gets the widow and destitute women pension from the department (or a legal guardian applies if both parents have died). Living in UT Chandigarh for more than 3 years; not in institutional care and not getting a family pension.
How much do I get under Dependent Children Aid?
₹1,000 a month per child, for up to two children under 18, to meet the cost of upkeep and education.
What documents do I need for Dependent Children Aid?
Birth certificate of the child; Education certificates (marksheets); Address proof; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number).
How do I apply for Dependent Children Aid?
Download the form from chdsw.gov.in. Attach the child’s birth certificate, a certificate from the school last attended, residence proof and the mother’s or guardian’s Aadhaar. Submit at the Department of Social Welfare, Sector 17-C, Chandigarh. Official site: https://chdsw.gov.in/index.php/scheme/the-financial-assistance-to-dependent-children-of-widows-and-destitute-women
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Dependent Children Aid?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much is given per child?
₹1,000 a month per child, for up to two children.
Who can apply?
A mother already on the Chandigarh widow and destitute women pension, or a legal guardian if both parents have died.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.