UP Vidhwa Pension Yojana: ₹1,000 Monthly Pension for Widows

UP Vidhwa Pension Yojana (Uttar Pradesh Widow Pension Scheme) provides a monthly pension of ₹1,000 to widows from economically weaker sections. The scheme is operated by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, through the SSPY portal. It combines the Central Government's share under IGNWPS and the UP state contribution.

What is UP Vidhwa Pension?

The scheme provides financial assistance to destitute widows in Uttar Pradesh. Any widow whose name appears in the BPL list or who meets the income criteria is eligible for a monthly pension of ₹1,000, paid quarterly through Direct Benefit Transfer to their bank account.

Who is Eligible?

• Widow — husband must be deceased (death certificate required)
• Age: 18 years and above (no upper age limit; at 60+, may shift to Vridha Pension)
• Resident: Permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh
• Income: BPL or family annual income below ₹2 lakh (as per state norms)
• Not remarried — must be currently unmarried (widowed)
• Not receiving any other government pension

Pension Amount

Paid quarterly (₹3,000 every 3 months) via DBT to bank account.

Documents Required

• Aadhaar card
• Husband's death certificate
• Age proof (Aadhaar, voter ID, birth certificate)
• Income certificate (from Tehsildar)
• BPL card / Ration card
• Bank account passbook (Aadhaar-linked, UP bank branch)
• Passport-size photograph
• Domicile certificate / residence proof of UP
• Mobile number

How to Apply Online

1. Visit SSPY portal — Go to sspy-up.gov.in
2. Select "निराश्रित महिला पेंशन" — Click on Widow Pension
3. Click "ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें" — Apply Online
4. Fill form — Enter personal details, husband's death details, date of birth, address
5. Upload documents — Upload photograph, death certificate, income certificate, age proof
6. Enter bank details — Bank account number and IFSC code
7. Submit — Review and submit the application
8. Save registration number — Note the registration number for tracking
9. Verification — Block/District level verification
10. Approval — Pension approved and payments begin

Offline Application

1. Visit the Block Development Office (BDO) or District Social Welfare Office
2. Collect Vidhwa Pension application form
3. Fill and attach all documents including husband's death certificate
4. Submit at BDO office
5. After verification and approval, pension starts

How to Check Status

1. Visit sspy-up.gov.in
2. Click on "निराश्रित महिला पेंशन"
3. Select "आवेदन की स्थिति" (Application Status)
4. Enter registration number
5. View current status

Processing Time

• Application to verification: 30-60 days
• Approval: 30-60 days after verification
• First payment: 2-4 months from application

Important Tips

1. Death certificate is essential — Without husband's death certificate, the application will be rejected. Get it from the Municipal Corporation or Gram Panchayat
2. Fresh income certificate — Get an up-to-date income certificate from the Tehsildar
3. Apply online — Online applications through SSPY portal are processed faster
4. Bank account in your name — Ensure you have a bank account in your own name, linked to Aadhaar
5. Check pension list — Regularly check the pension beneficiary list on SSPY portal

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. How much pension do widows get in UP?

₹1,000 per month, paid quarterly (₹3,000 every 3 months) via DBT.

Q2. Is there an age limit for UP Vidhwa Pension?

Any widow aged 18 and above can apply. There is no upper age limit, but widows above 60 may be advised to apply under Vridha Pension instead.

Q3. Can a remarried woman apply?

No, if the widow has remarried, she is not eligible for the Vidhwa Pension.

Q4. Can I get both Vidhwa Pension and NSAP Widow Pension?

The UP Vidhwa Pension includes the Central IGNWPS share. You receive one combined payment, not two separate pensions.

Q5. What if I don't have a death certificate?

You must obtain a death certificate. Apply at the Gram Panchayat (rural) or Municipal Corporation (urban). Late registration of death is possible with a magistrate's order.

Q6. How do I check if my pension has been credited?

Check your bank statement or use the SSPY portal payment status feature.

Q7. What is the income limit?

BPL families are directly eligible. For others, the family income should be below ₹2 lakh per annum (as per state norms). Income certificate from Tehsildar is required.

Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes only and is not affiliated with the Government of Uttar Pradesh. For official information, visit sspy-up.gov.in.