RMEWF-Financial Assistance To 100% Disabled Child Of Ex-Servicemen
Monthly financial support for 100% disabled children of ex-servicemen · lifetime benefit
Ex-servicemen or their widows of rank JCO/equivalent or below can receive ₹3,000 per month (paid annually as ₹36,000) for each child who is certified 100% disabled. The child must not receive any disability benefit from any other government agency. Apply online through the Kendriya Sainik Board portal at ksb.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Ex-servicemen or their widows of rank JCO/equivalent or below can receive ₹3,000 per month (paid annually as ₹36,000) for each child who is certified 100% disabled. The child must not receive any disability benefit from any other government agency. Apply online through the Kendriya Sainik Board portal at ksb.gov.in.
Full official description
A scheme to provide financial assistance to Ex-Servicemen or their widows for their 100% disabled child.
Ex-Servicemen or their widows, up to the ranks of Junior Commissioned Officer(JCO)/equivalent of the Navy/Air Force and below, who are not in receipt of such benefit from any official agency can apply under this scheme.
Benefits
- ₹3,000 per month (paid as an annual lump sum) for each 100% disabled child
- Aid is non-transferable and continues as long as the child is alive
- Annual renewal requires a Life Certificate and Disability Certificate submitted by 15th January each year
- Payment made via ECS or account payee cheque directly to the beneficiary
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Assistive tech and disability-focused startups: 100% permanently disabled children of ESM form a small but extremely underserved segment — they often live in semi-urban areas near cantonments with access to ECHS hospitals but very limited access to specialised therapy, assistive devices, or digital tools adapted for their needs.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Child must be a legitimate offspring of the ex-serviceman or widow
- Ex-serviceman must be of rank JCO/equivalent (Navy/Air Force) or below
- Child must be certified as 100% disabled by a recognised authority
- Child must not receive any disability benefit from any other official agency
- Must be recommended by the Zila Sainik Board (ZSB)
Exclusions
- Only for children with 100% permanent disability — partial disability is covered under separate welfare provisions
- Not available if the disability is not certified by a government medical board
How to Apply
- Contact your Zila Sainik Board (ZSB) with the child's disability certificate and ESM parent's service records.
- Submit a formal application with medical documentation certifying 100% permanent disability.
- The ZSB verifies the case and forwards it to the Rajya Sainik Board for approval.
- Approved cases receive monthly financial assistance directly to the bank account.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Validity Of This Scheme?
The benefit under this scheme is valid for the lifetime of child. However "life certificate" and "Disability Certificate" on the Govt prescribed format, need to be submitted through the respective ZSB by 15 January for the grant to be continued in the next financial year.
What Is The Frequency Of Benefit?
The Financial Assistance Will Be Provided Once In Year.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar card of the child and guardian
- Ex-serviceman's PPO or discharge certificate
- Medical certificate confirming 100% permanent disability (from a government medical board)
- Proof of relationship
- Bank account details of the guardian