AI SummaryUttar Pradesh government is running Panchayat Kalyan Kosh scheme for the families of elected panchayat representatives who pass away while holding office. The scheme is run by the Panchayati Raj Department and it gives financial support of ₹2 lakh to ₹10 lakh depending on the post held by the deceased representative. In the last three years, the state has paid ₹136.22 crore to 3,866 such families.
Applications are being accepted online through the official portals, and after checking and approval, the money goes straight to the family's bank account. The scheme covers gram pradhans, kshetra panchayat pramukhs, zila panchayat presidents and all elected members of the three-tier panchayat system.
Panchayat Kalyan Kosh - Introduction
Panchayat Kalyan Kosh was announced by the Uttar Pradesh government on 15 December 2021 and it has been running since 16 December 2021. It exists to support families who face sudden hardship after the loss of an elected representative. This support is strictly for natural or accidental deaths that happen during the tenure of the representative. The scheme does not cover cases of suicide or any involvement in criminal activities.
Uttar Pradesh has nearly eight lakh elected representatives in its three-tier panchayat system, and most of them work without regular salaries or perks. This scheme makes sure that families of these representatives are not left without money help when the family loses its earning member suddenly.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Panchayat Kalyan Kosh |
| Launched By | Panchayati Raj Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| Category | Social welfare scheme |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Payment Mode | DBT to bank account |
| Nodal Department | Panchayati Raj Department, Uttar Pradesh |
| Open Date | 30-03-2022 |
Benefits
When a panchayat representative dies during their term, the government gives financial support to their families or dependents. The amount depends on the position held by the deceased representative:
| Designation | Financial Support Amount |
|---|---|
| Pradhan of Gram Panchayat, Pramukh of Kshetra Panchayat, Zila Panchayat President | ₹10,00,000 |
| Member of Zila Panchayat | ₹5,00,000 |
| Member of Kshetra Panchayat | ₹3,00,000 |
| Member of Gram Panchayat | ₹2,00,000 |
Eligibility
Any family member or dependent of the deceased panchayat representative can apply if these conditions are met:
- The applicant must be a family member or dependent of the deceased panchayat representative. Close relatives like wife, husband, son, daughter, mother or father usually apply for this support.
- The representative must have been serving in their role at the time of their passing. For example, if a gram panchayat member passes away while the term is active, the family can apply.
- The death must not be due to suicide or involvement in any criminal acts. Support is given only for natural or accidental deaths.
Application Process
Applications are submitted online through the official portals of the Panchayati Raj Department. Follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1 - Go to the official application portal at prdfinance.up.gov.in or the Panchayat Kalyan Kosh online payment portal at pkk.upprd.in and open the registration page.
STEP 2 - Fill the application form carefully in the prescribed format known as Appendix-1 and upload all required documents like the death certificate, bank passbook and the certificate of the elected post.
STEP 3 - After the form is frozen, the District Panchayat Raj Officer checks the application from their login and gets the approval of the District Magistrate after verification.
STEP 4 - Once the District Magistrate approves, the application is sent to the Director of Panchayati Raj, who transfers the approved amount directly to the family's bank account through PFMS.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before starting the application, so that the form can be completed without any delay:
- Identity proof of the applicant, like Aadhaar card, voter ID, driving license or PAN card.
- A valid proof showing the relationship with the deceased representative.
- Ration card.
- For accidental deaths, a copy of the panchnama, postmortem report or a certificate from a registered medical practitioner.
- A death certificate issued by the competent authority for natural deaths.
- An official certificate from the relevant authority: the Gram Panchayat Secretary for gram pradhans or gram members, the Block Development Officer for kshetra pramukhs or kshetra members, and the Additional Chief Officer for zila panchayat presidents or members.
- Bank account details and a copy of the bank passbook.
- Certification record from the office of the elected representative.
Panchayat Kalyan Kosh 2026 Update
The scheme is fully active in 2026 and applications are being accepted. As per the Panchayati Raj Department, in the last three years ₹136.22 crore has been paid to 3,866 families of deceased panchayat representatives. Families of 665 village pradhans received ₹66.50 crore, 509 kshetra panchayat members' families got ₹15.27 crore, and 2,675 gram panchayat members' families received ₹53.50 crore.
The department has also started a new online payment portal at pkk.upprd.in for registration and payment under the scheme. Uttar Pradesh was preparing for the next panchayat elections due in April-May 2026, and the scheme continues to cover the representatives of all three tiers. For a full list of other UP government schemes, check the Yogi Adityanath Schemes 2026 List.
References
Panchayat Kalyan Kosh Official Guidelines PDF
Application Process Details PDF
Official Application Portal - prdfinance.up.gov.in
Panchayat Kalyan Kosh Online Payment Portal - pkk.upprd.in
Panchayati Raj Department, Uttar Pradesh - Scheme Page
Jagran News - 3,866 families got ₹136.22 crore support
Hindustan Times - Report on Panchayat Kalyan Kosh
FAQ's
Who is eligible for support under Panchayat Kalyan Kosh?
The family members or eligible dependents of deceased gram pradhans, kshetra panchayat pramukhs, zila panchayat presidents, and all elected members of the three-tier panchayat system can apply for this support.
What financial support is provided to families?
The amount varies by position: ₹10,00,000 for pradhans, pramukhs and zila presidents; ₹5,00,000 for zila panchayat members; ₹3,00,000 for kshetra panchayat members; and ₹2,00,000 for gram panchayat members.
Is support provided in case of suicide or criminal involvement?
No, the scheme does not give financial support if the representative's death results from suicide or if they were involved in criminal acts.
How can I submit an application?
You can apply online through the Panchayat Kalyan Kosh portal or the new online payment portal by filling the form and uploading the documents.
What is the typical application flow?
After you register and submit the documents online, the District Panchayat Raj Officer verifies the application. Once the District Magistrate approves it, the Director of Panchayati Raj processes the transfer of funds.
Can I apply if the representative was recently elected?
Yes, as long as the representative was serving in their official capacity at the time of death, the family is eligible to receive support regardless of how recently they were elected.
How will I receive the financial support?
The approved amount is transferred directly into the bank account provided during the online application process.
Is the scheme still running in 2026?
Yes, the scheme is active and applications are being accepted. The state has already paid ₹136.22 crore to 3,866 families in the last three years.