Financial Assistance to WW II Veteran and Widows of WW II Veterans

Financial Assistance to WW II Veteran and Widows of WW II Veterans gives a monthly grant of ₹10,000 to eligible Pre-Independence Era veterans and their widows in Haryana who do not get any other government pension. The Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department of the Government of Haryana manages this scheme, and it continues to accept applications through the Antyodaya-SARAL portal in 2026.

The support is meant for Ex-servicemen who enrolled before 31st August 1945, along with their widows, who are not receiving any pension, financial aid, or maintenance allowance from any Central or State Government department. To qualify, the applicant must be a bonafide resident of Haryana and provide valid proof of residence such as a domicile certificate and a ration card.

Financial Assistance to WW II Veteran and Widows of WW II Veterans - Introduction

This scheme is run by the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Haryana. It is listed among the active welfare schemes on the official Haryana Sainik Welfare website, which means eligible veterans and widows can still apply for the monthly grant of ₹10,000.

The main aim is to support those who served the country during the World War II era but are now left without any pension or other regular income support. The payment begins from the first day of the month following the date of sanction by the Rajya Sainik Board, and no payment is made for the period before the official sanction date.

Key Information

Benefits

An approved applicant receives a monthly financial grant of ₹10,000 to help cover essential living expenses. The grant is paid in cash and the amount is credited to the bank account linked with the beneficiary.

Payments start from the first day of the month following the date of sanction by the Rajya Sainik Board. No amount is given for the period before the sanction date, so it is better to apply as early as possible once eligible.

Eligibility

To get this support, the applicant should meet the following conditions:

• The applicant must be a bonafide resident of Haryana with valid proof of residence.
• The applicant should be an ex-serviceman who enrolled before 31st August 1945, or the widow of such a veteran.
• The veteran must belong to other ranks (Havildar and below) and the total annual family income should be less than ₹2,00,000 from all sources.
• The applicant should not be receiving any pension, financial assistance, or maintenance allowance from any government-controlled body.
• The applicant should not have an active income from any professional job, business, or other occupation.

Keep in mind that the annual survival verification must be submitted in April every year to continue receiving benefits without interruption. If the applicant is found drawing an old age pension from another source after the sanction date, they will be permanently debarred from this and other welfare schemes.

Application Process

Applications are accepted online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. Follow the steps given below to apply.

STEP 1 - Open the official Antyodaya-SARAL portal at saralharyana.gov.in. If you are a new user, register yourself by providing your contact details, email, and mobile number, then verify these using the OTP sent to you.

STEP 2 - Log in to your account on the portal and select 'Apply for Services' followed by 'View all Available Services'.

STEP 3 - Search for this scheme and download any required templates or forms that are listed for the application.

STEP 4 - Click 'Proceed to Apply' and enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) to fetch your family data.

STEP 5 - Select your name as the beneficiary and complete the OTP verification.

STEP 6 - Fill in all the required information and upload your documents, including the signed application template.

STEP 7 - Preview your application and submit it. The Zila Sainik Board will scrutinize it and then recommend it to the Rajya Sainik Board for final approval. You can track the application status anytime through the official status portal.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

• Copy of the Identity Card of the Ex-serviceman or widow.
• Parivar Pehchan Patra and Aadhaar Card.
• Original Discharge Book of the Ex-serviceman.
• Haryana Resident Certificate.
• Revenue report from the Tehsildar confirming an annual income below ₹2,00,000.
• Copy of the bank passbook linked with Aadhaar.
• Death certificate of the Ex-serviceman, only for widows.
• Non-remarriage certificate, only for widows.
• Non-employment certificate.
• Valid photo ID such as a Ration Card, PAN Card, or Voter ID.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the District Social Welfare Department stating that no other pension is received.
• Affidavit verifying all the particulars provided.

References

Scheme Details | Guidelines | Notification | Sainik Welfare Schemes | Antyodaya-SARAL Portal

FAQ's

Who is eligible for the financial assistance under this scheme?

The scheme is for Ex-servicemen who enrolled before 31st August 1945 (WW II Veterans) and their widows who are bonafide residents of Haryana and do not receive any other pension.

What is the amount provided monthly?

An approved applicant receives ₹10,000 per month under this scheme.

Are there specific income limits?

Yes, the veteran must belong to other ranks (Havildar or below) and the total annual family income should be less than ₹2,00,000 from all sources.

Can I apply if I already receive another government pension?

No, this scheme is strictly for those who are not currently receiving any pension, financial assistance, or maintenance allowance from any government department.

How do I track my application status?

You can check the status of your application by logging into the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal or visiting the status tracking page with your reference ID.

How is the survival verification managed?

Survival verification proof must be submitted every year in April to ensure the payments continue without interruption.