AI SummaryFinancial Assistance to Kashmiri Migrants Families Scheme provides monthly monetary support of ₹1,700 per family member to registered displaced Kashmiri families residing in Haryana, helping them settle comfortably with a maximum limit of ₹8,500 per family per month.
Financial Assistance to Kashmiri Migrants Families Scheme, run by the Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Haryana, offers essential support to those who were displaced from their homes. Since its start on 1st April 2006, this scheme assists Kashmiri families who migrated from Jammu & Kashmir and are now living across different parts of Haryana.
By giving monthly financial support, the government helps with the resettlement journey. The amount was revised upward from 1st November 2025, so eligible families now get a higher monthly payment. The assistance is capped to make sure it is shared fairly among eligible households in the state.
Financial Assistance to Kashmiri Migrants Families Scheme - Key Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Financial Assistance to Kashmiri Migrants Families Scheme |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary | Family |
| Nodal Department | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Start Date | 1st April 2006 |
| Benefit Amount | ₹1,700 per member, max ₹8,500 per family per month |
| Benefit Type | Direct Cash Transfer |
Benefits
Eligible families receive ₹1,700 per month per family member to help with resettlement. This support is available for a period of five years, with a total household cap of ₹8,500 per month. The rate was increased from the earlier ₹1,250 per member with effect from 1st November 2025.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, the family should meet the following conditions:
1. The family should have been displaced from Jammu & Kashmir.
2. The family must have migrated and be currently living in the state of Haryana.
3. The total annual household income from all sources should not exceed ₹2,00,000.
For example, if Ramesh, a displaced person, earns a total family income of ₹1,80,000 per year, he qualifies, provided he meets the residence requirements in Haryana.
Exclusions
If a family has been divided into smaller units after the initial displacement from Jammu & Kashmir, these smaller divisions will not be treated as separate entities to claim extra financial support. Only the original family unit at the time of displacement is considered.
Application Process
Offline Application
Visit the office of the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) during working hours to collect the application form. Alternatively, download the official application form. Submit the completed, signed form along with all required self-attested documents to the DSWO office and get an acknowledgement receipt.
Online Application
STEP 1 - Visit the Antyodaya SARAL Portal and register as a new user if there is no account yet.
STEP 2 - Complete the registration using the mobile number and email ID, which will be verified through OTP.
STEP 3 - After logging in, go to 'Apply for Service' and select 'View All Available Services' to find the scheme.
STEP 4 - Fill in the details, upload the requested documents in the annexure section, and submit the final form.
STEP 5 - Save or print the system-generated acknowledgement receipt for records.
Tracking Your Status
Track the application on the SARAL Portal using the reference ID, or send an SMS with the application ID to 7738299899.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready for the application:
1. Migrant certificate issued by the Sub-Divisional Official (Civil).
2. Haryana Ration Card.
3. Voter ID Card.
4. Aadhaar Card.
5. Bank account details with a copy of the passbook.
6. Family ID proof and income certificate.
7. Passport-size photographs.
Definitions
Family
A 'Family' is defined as the unit of the applicant at the time of displacement from Jammu & Kashmir. Any later division of this family unit is not recognised for receiving separate or extra scheme benefits. Source: Official Guidelines
References
Official Scheme Guidelines | PDF Application Form | Social Justice Department, Haryana
FAQ's
What is Financial Assistance to Kashmiri Migrants Families Scheme?
This scheme provides monthly financial support to families who migrated from Jammu & Kashmir and are now settled in Haryana.
Which department manages this scheme?
The Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Government of Haryana, manages this scheme.
When was the scheme started?
It was launched on 1st April 2006.
What is the benefit amount now?
Eligible families receive ₹1,700 per member, capped at a maximum of ₹8,500 per family per month, with effect from 1st November 2025.
For how long can I receive the money?
The financial support is provided for a period of five years.
Is there an age limit to apply?
No, there is no specific age requirement to benefit from this scheme.
What is the maximum income limit?
The total household annual income should not exceed ₹2,00,000.
How can I apply?
You can apply either offline at the District Social Welfare Office or online through the Antyodaya SARAL portal.