Question 1

What is myScheme?

Accepted Answer

myScheme is an e-Marketplace for Govt. schemes and services. Using myScheme you can find various government schemes, check your eligibility, and apply for the schemes.

Question 2

How myScheme will help common citizens?

Accepted Answer

myScheme will reduce the time and effort of citizens in searching for appropriate government schemes.The easy user interface of myScheme helps common people a lot in discovering and applying for schemes.

Question 3

Can I apply for the schemes through myScheme?

Accepted Answer

For now, the platform shall direct you to the application page of the scheme of your choice.It is envisaged that in the upcoming phases, myScheme shall have the feature to apply for schemes / services from within the platform/ app.

Question 4

How does myScheme work? How do I check for my eligibility through myScheme ?

Question 5

What all information about a particular scheme can I find on myScheme ?

Accepted Answer

myScheme provides details on the eligibility criteria, application process, and benefits being offered under that scheme. myScheme also answers the Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs) about the scheme.

Question 6

What are the broad sectors across which the schemes are available in myScheme ?

Accepted Answer

In myScheme, schemes & services are available across a wide range of sectors such as Agriculture, Rural & Environment, Business & Entrepreneurship, Education & Learning, Health & Wellness, Housing & Shelter, Banking, Financial Services & Insurance, Public Safety, Law & Justice, Science, IT & Communication, Skills & Employment, Social welfare & Empowerment, Sports & Culture, Tax & Revenue, Transport & Infrastructure, Travel & Tourism, Utility & Sanitation.

Question 7

Does the myScheme platform provide multilingual support?

Accepted Answer

Yes, currently the platform content is available in two languages i.e., Hindi & English. Content in other Indian languages will also be provided soon.

Question 8

Does myScheme showcase Central as well as State - specific schemes ?

Accepted Answer

Currently, around 100 Central Government schemes have been onboarded on the platform. State schemes will also be onboarded soon.

Question 9

I could not find a scheme XYZ on the myScheme platform.

Accepted Answer

Currently, around 100 Central Government schemes have been onboarded on the platform. Many more schemes will be added soon. You may leave your suggestion in the feedback sectionfor the same.

Question 10

I found some errors in the content of the schemes.

Accepted Answer

In case of any issue in the content, please refer to the English version and if the issue is found there also please refer to respective Ministry's portal. You may also send email to support-myscheme[at]digitalindia[dot]gov[dot]in

Question 11

I want to explore the schemes under which Legal Assistance is provided to the citizens.Would it be possible through myScheme?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the “Tags” feature of myScheme empowers the citizen to explore the schemes based on the type and the extent of the benefits provided.

Question 12

I want to apply for a specific scheme but I need to know the documents that I am needed to provide to apply.Can I find this information in myScheme?

Accepted Answer

Yes, myScheme provides the complete list of the required documents for all the schemes.

Question 13

Who is eligible for the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme?

Accepted Answer

A widow aged 40 to 65 years from a Below Poverty Line family is eligible.

Question 14

What is the total pension amount a widow can receive?

Accepted Answer

A widow can receive a total of ₹600 per month (₹200 from the Central scheme and ₹400 from the state scheme).

Question 15

Where can I apply for this scheme?

Accepted Answer

Applications can be submitted to the Collector's Office, Tahsildar, or Talathi.

Question 16

Is there an online application process?

Accepted Answer

No specific information is provided about an online application. You need to visit the mentioned offices for application submission.

Question 17

What documents are required for application?

Accepted Answer

Documents like proof of age, BPL (Below Poverty Line) certification, and widowhood status may be required.

Question 18

Who implements this scheme in Maharashtra?

Accepted Answer

The Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra, implements the scheme.

Question 19

Is this scheme Centrally Sponsored?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.

Question 20

Can widows below 40 years of age apply?

Accepted Answer

No, only widows between the ages of 40 and 65 are eligible.

Question 21

Is there any provision for widows above 65 years?

Accepted Answer

This scheme is only applicable to widows between 40 and 65 years of age.

Question 22

Can widows from families above the poverty line apply?

Accepted Answer

No, only those from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families are eligible for the scheme.

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