Nagaland Widow Pension 2026 ā Eligibility, Amount & How to Apply
Complete guide to Nagaland Widow Pension scheme. Eligibility, pension amount, documents needed, and application process.
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Nagaland Widow Pension ā Complete Guide 2026
What is the Nagaland Widow Pension?
The Nagaland Widow Pension provides monthly financial support to widowed women from BPL families under the IGNWPS with state top-up from the Nagaland government.
Pension Amount
| Category | Approximate Monthly Pension |
|---|---|
| Widows aged 40-79 | ā¹400-700 |
| Widows aged 80+ | ā¹700-1,000 |
Who is Eligible?
- Status: Widow, not remarried
- Age: 40 years and above
- Residency: Permanent resident of Nagaland
- Income: BPL or below prescribed limit
- Not receiving any other government pension
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Husband's death certificate
- Age proof
- Income certificate / BPL card
- Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
- Residential proof / Indigenous Inhabitant Certificate
- Village Council / VDB certificate
- Passport-size photographs (2)
- Self-declaration of not being remarried
How to Apply ā Step-by-Step
- Visit the Village Council / VDB office (rural) or Ward office (urban)
- Collect the Widow Pension application form
- Fill in all details and attach documents
- Get verified by the Village Council Chairman / VDB Secretary
- Submit at the District Social Welfare Office
- After verification and approval, pension is credited via DBT
Processing Time
- Verification to first payment: 2-4 months
Important Tips
- Death certificate is mandatory
- Village Council endorsement expedites processing
- Pension stops on remarriage
- Annual life verification is required
- Keep bank account active
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I get both widow and old age pension?
A: Only one NSAP pension at a time. See our Nagaland Old Age Pension guide.
Q2: How do I get a death certificate?
A: From the Municipal/Village Council office where the death was registered.
Q3: Is there an online application?
A: Check nsap.nic.in. Primary method is offline.
Q4: What age is required?
A: 40 years and above under IGNWPS.
Q5: How is the pension paid?
A: Through DBT to the Aadhaar-linked bank account.
Disclaimer: This guide is published by CitizenNest for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with the Government of Nagaland. Visit nagaland.gov.in for official details. Current as of March 2026.
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