What do you get under Ganga Swarupa pension?
₹1,250 a month for life to widows, credited to a post office or bank account.
Amount and income limits as on the department page checked 1 November 2026.
Who is eligible for Ganga Swarupa pension?
- Widows living in Gujarat, aged 18 or more.
- Annual family income up to ₹1,20,000 in rural areas and ₹1,50,000 in urban areas.
- The aid no longer stops when a son turns 21.
Also check:
- In rural areas the income limit is ₹1,20,000.
Documents needed for Ganga Swarupa pension
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for Ganga Swarupa pension
- Apply at the taluka Mamlatdar office or the gram panchayat e-Gram centre, or online on Digital Gujarat.
- Attach the husband’s death certificate, age proof, income certificate and account details.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Ganga Swarupa pension?
Widows living in Gujarat, aged 18 or more. Annual family income up to ₹1,20,000 in rural areas and ₹1,50,000 in urban areas. The aid no longer stops when a son turns 21.
How much do I get under Ganga Swarupa pension?
₹1,250 a month for life to widows, credited to a post office or bank account. Amount and income limits as on the department page checked 1 November 2026.
What documents do I need for Ganga Swarupa pension?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Death certificate of the earning member; Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Income certificate; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo.
How do I apply for Ganga Swarupa pension?
Apply at the taluka Mamlatdar office or the gram panchayat e-Gram centre, or online on Digital Gujarat. Attach the husband’s death certificate, age proof, income certificate and account details. Official site: https://www.digitalgujarat.gov.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Ganga Swarupa pension?
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 the Ganga Swarupa pension?
₹1,250 a month for life, credited to the widow’s post office or bank account.
What is the income limit?
Family income up to ₹1,20,000 a year in rural areas and ₹1,50,000 in urban areas.
Does the pension stop when my son turns 21?
No. That old condition was removed from 1 April 2019; the aid continues for life.
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.