What do you get under Widow Pension?
₹1,500 a month to widows and destitute women below 58, and unmarried women above 30, with low income.
Who is eligible for Widow Pension?
- Widows and destitute women below 58, and unmarried women above 30, living in Punjab.
- Income from all sources up to ₹60,000 a year.
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- Income up to ₹60,000 a year.
- At 58 you move to the old age pension.
Documents needed for Widow Pension
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How to apply for Widow Pension
- Get the form at a Sewa Kendra, CDPO office, Anganwadi centre, Panchayat or the District Social Security Officer.
- Attach age proof and the husband’s death certificate (for widows), and sign the self-declaration.
- After verification, the District Social Security Officer sanctions the pension.
How to check Widow Pension status
- Ask the CDPO or District Social Security Officer, and check your bank passbook.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Widow Pension?
Widows and destitute women below 58, and unmarried women above 30, living in Punjab. Income from all sources up to ₹60,000 a year.
How much do I get under Widow Pension?
₹1,500 a month to widows and destitute women below 58, and unmarried women above 30, with low income.
What documents do I need for Widow Pension?
Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Death certificate of the earning member; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Self-declaration in the prescribed form.
How do I apply for Widow Pension?
Get the form at a Sewa Kendra, CDPO office, Anganwadi centre, Panchayat or the District Social Security Officer. Attach age proof and the husband’s death certificate (for widows), and sign the self-declaration. After verification, the District Social Security Officer sanctions the pension. Official site: https://sswcd.punjab.gov.in/en/social-security/pensionsfinancial-assistance
How do I check Widow Pension status?
Ask the CDPO or District Social Security Officer, and check your bank passbook.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Widow 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 widow pension in Punjab?
₹1,500 a month.
Can unmarried women get this pension in Punjab?
Yes, unmarried women above 30 are covered if income is up to ₹60,000 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.