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Widow Pension, Uttar Pradesh

The Uttar Pradesh Widow Pension Scheme offers financial aid to widows, supporting their livelihood and promoting dignity. This scheme aims to reduce the economic challenges faced by widows, ensuring they can cover their basic needs and live with respect in society.

On this page, I'll share details such as the online application process, eligibility criteria, necessary documents, and the pensioner list for 2024-25.

Official Website

Application Status Check

Application Process

To apply online for the Vidhwa Pension UP scheme, please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Access the UP Pension Portal
Start by visiting the official UP Pension Portal at sspy-up.gov.in.
Step 2: Choose Pension Type
Select the "Widow Pension" option from the top menu.

Step 3: Start Application
On the Dashboard, locate and select the "Apply Online" option.

Step 4: Complete the Form
Fill out the Widow Pension application form with all necessary information.
Step 5: Finalize Submission
Ensure all details are correct, agree to the declaration, and click "Submit" to complete your application.

Application Status Check

To see the status of your Vidhwa Pension application, click the "Application Status" on the Widow Pension UP dashboard, choose "Widow Pension," enter your registration ID and mobile number for an OTP, and then submit the OTP to view your status.

Eligibility Criteria and Required Documents

Criterion	Details for Vidhwa Pension Scheme
Age	Minimum 18 years, until beneficiary joins another welfare scheme
Income	Maximum Rs. 2.00 lakh annually
Pension Eligibility	Not eligible if receiving benefits from other pension schemes
Monthly Grant	Rs. 1000
Required Documents	Passport size photo of the applicant, Husband's death certificate, Photocopy of bank passbook or statement, Income proof statement

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The pension amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).

Pensioner List 2024-25

To view the Widow Pensioner List for 2024-25, please follow these steps:

Step 1: Go to the Widow Pension dashboard on the portal.
Step 2: Select the "Pensioners List" option.

Step 3: Choose your district, block, gram Panchayat, and village from the dropdown menus.

Step 4: Click on the total number of pensioners displayed.
Step 6: The list of Widow Pensioners for your selected area will be displayed.

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Exclusions: Applicants must not be beneficiaries of any other state or central government pension schemes.

Helpline

If you need any assistance, you can contact the following details:

Department	Directorate of Women Welfare, Uttar Pradesh
Address	8th Floor, Jawahar Bhavan, Ashok Marg, Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh)
Email	widowpensionmahilakalyan@gmail.com
Toll-Free Number	18004190001

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