Widow Pension (Below 60 Years) -

Widow Pension (Below 60 Years)

This scheme can be applied for and processed through the Village Panchayat in Goa, which assists with document verification, application guidance, and forwarding pension requests to the appropriate state authorities.

Documents Required

Birth / Baptism Certificate Copy
Ration Card Copy
Election Card Copy
Aadhaar Card Copy
Bank Pass Book Copy
Death Certificate Copy of Husband
50 Rs. Stamp Paper (Income Affidavit)
2 Passport Size Photos

Informative Blog

The Government of Goa provides a widow pension scheme under the Dayanand Social Security Scheme (DSSS) aimed at supporting widows below the age of 60 years who meet income and residency criteria. This financial assistance helps widows maintain their livelihood and dignity in the absence of their spouse.

The monthly pension amount for widows below 60 years of age is currently ₹2,500.
The scheme targets widows who are bonafide residents of Goa, meeting income limits (usually below ₹24,000 annual income).
Widows must have no significant other source of income or financial support.
The widow falls under the broader category of “single women” in the scheme, which also covers divorcees, deserted or judicially separated women, and unmarried women above 50 years.
Upon crossing 60 years of age, widows may opt to receive pension under the ‘senior citizen’ pension category instead, but not both simultaneously.

While the official application is accepted at the Directorate of Social Welfare offices in Panaji or Margao, Village Panchayats in Goa often act as important local facilitators. They help applicants with document verification, residence certification, filling application forms, and ensuring smooth submission of pension requests.

Widows can apply offline at their local Village Panchayat or the Directorate of Social Welfare offices. The Panchayat’s assistance is especially beneficial for widows in rural areas or those needing help with documentation.

For more information and application support, widows may contact:

Directorate of Social Welfare, Goa: https://socialwelfare.goa.gov.in
Local Village Panchayat office
Goa State Commission for Persons with Disabilities (if applicable): https://scpwd.goa.gov.in

This pension scheme significantly contributes to the financial security and welfare of widows below 60 years in Goa, helping them lead a dignified and stable life.