What do you get under Delhi Family Benefit?
One-time ₹20,000 to the family when the main earning member dies between ages 18 and 60.
Who is eligible for Delhi Family Benefit?
- The deceased was the main breadwinner of the household and was aged 18 to 60.
- Family lived in Delhi for more than 5 years.
- Family income up to ₹1,00,000 a year.
Documents needed for Delhi Family Benefit
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How to apply for Delhi Family Benefit
- Apply online on edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in under the Department of Social Welfare (Delhi Family Benefit Scheme).
Common questions
Who is eligible for Delhi Family Benefit?
The deceased was the main breadwinner of the household and was aged 18 to 60. Family lived in Delhi for more than 5 years. Family income up to ₹1,00,000 a year.
How much do I get under Delhi Family Benefit?
One-time ₹20,000 to the family when the main earning member dies between ages 18 and 60.
What documents do I need for Delhi Family Benefit?
Death certificate of the earning member; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Address proof; Income certificate; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account).
How do I apply for Delhi Family Benefit?
Apply online on edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in under the Department of Social Welfare (Delhi Family Benefit Scheme). Official site: https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Delhi Family Benefit?
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 paid under the Delhi Family Benefit Scheme?
A one-time ₹20,000 to the family, paid to the applicant’s Aadhaar-linked bank account through PFMS.
Who can apply?
A family member of a main earner who died aged 18 to 60, if the family has lived in Delhi for over 5 years and earns up to ₹1 lakh a year.
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.