National Family Benefit Scheme (Maharashtra)
In simple words
One-time money help for a poor family that loses its main earning member.
What you may get
A one time lump sum of Rs 20,000 for a below poverty line family when the main earning member dies, whether by accident or a natural cause.
Who it is for
BPL families where the primary breadwinner (aged 18 to 59) has died.
Main eligibility conditions
- Family must be below the poverty line.
- Primary breadwinner aged 18 to 59 years.
Conditions we could not check
- The main earning member should have been aged 18 to 59 years at the time of death.
- The scheme applies to death of the primary breadwinner.
Documents you may need
We could not find a document list in the official source. Check the official source.
How to apply
- Submit the application at the Collector's Office, Tehsildar's Office, Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana branch or Talathi office.
- The portal listed on the page is https://nsap.nic.in/.
Application fee
We could not find the application fee in the official source. Check the fee on the official website or PDF before you apply.
Application dates
- We could not find the current last date in the official source. Check the official source.
Official information
Department: Government of Maharashtra, Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Last checked: 24 September 2026
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Questions and answers
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Who can apply?
BPL families where the primary breadwinner (aged 18 to 59) has died.
How much is the benefit?
A one time lump sum of Rs 20,000 for a below poverty line family when the main earning member dies, whether by accident or a natural cause.
Which documents are needed?
We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.
How can I apply?
The official steps are: 1. Submit the application at the Collector's Office, Tehsildar's Office, Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana branch or Talathi office. 2. The portal listed on the page is https://nsap.nic.in/.
Is it open now, and what is the last date?
We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.
Can I apply online?
The official source gives an application page. Use the official application link on this page.
Is there an application fee?
We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.
Is there an official PDF?
We have not found an official PDF for this scheme.
Can a person from Maharashtra apply?
This scheme is for the state of Maharashtra. People living in Maharashtra can check the conditions above.
Where each fact comes from
- benefit: Official scheme page
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