RMEWF- Financial Assistance to Orphan Children of ESM
Financial aid for orphan children of ex-servicemen · monthly support · Rajasthan/Gujarat ESM welfare
This Kendriya Sainik Board scheme provides ₹3,000 per month to orphan children of ex-servicemen who have lost both parents, helping them meet education and basic living costs. The assistance is aimed at preventing destitution and supporting the child's education and future settlement. Apply online at ksb.gov.in with a recommendation from the Zila Sainik Board in your district.
About This Scheme
This Kendriya Sainik Board scheme provides ₹3,000 per month to orphan children of ex-servicemen who have lost both parents, helping them meet education and basic living costs. The assistance is aimed at preventing destitution and supporting the child's education and future settlement. Apply online at ksb.gov.in with a recommendation from the Zila Sainik Board in your district.
Full official description
The "RMEWF- Financial Assistance to Orphan Children of ESM" scheme was launched by the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB), Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Ministry of Defence, Government of India. Under this scheme, a monthly assistance paid annually is provided to support the orphan’s education and settlement. The scheme is implemented by the Kendriya Sainik Board Secretariat in coordination with Zila Sainik Boards (ZSB) and Rajya Sainik Boards (RSB).
Scheme Aim:
The aim of this aid gratis is to provide a small measure of relief from total penury to an orphaned child of an ESM.
Benefits
- ₹3,000 per month paid as a lump sum annually
- Payment directly credited to the beneficiary's bank account via Electronic Clearing Service (ECS)
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Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a legitimate child of an ex-serviceman (recorded in the service book)
- Must have lost both parents — the ESM and their spouse
- Son must be below 21 years of age
- Unmarried daughters qualify (no upper age limit specified)
- Application must be recommended by the Zila Sainik Board (ZSB) in your district
Exclusions
- Not available if the child has one surviving parent
- Not available to children above the specified age limit — check with the Rajya Sainik Board for current age criteria
How to Apply
- Contact the Rajya Sainik Board (RSB) of your state or the Zila Sainik Board (ZSB) of your district.
- Submit an application with proof of the ex-serviceman parent's service and death records for both parents.
- The ZSB verifies the application and forwards it to the RSB.
- Approved cases receive monthly financial assistance disbursed through the RSB.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of this scheme?
To provide financial relief to orphan children of ex-servicemen.
How much is the assistance?
₹3,000 per month, paid annually.
Who implements the scheme?
The scheme was implemented by the Kendriya Sainik Board Secretariat.
Who is eligible?
Sons below 21 years and unmarried daughters of deceased ESM and spouse.
What if the daughter gets married?
The assistance stops immediately.
What documents are needed?
Service discharge book, death certificates, birth certificate, bank details, and unmarried certificate (for girls).
Can the payment be made monthly?
No, it is paid annually.
How is payment made?
Through ECS directly to the bank account.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar card of the orphan child and guardian
- Death certificates of both parents
- Ex-serviceman father's PPO or discharge certificate and service records
- Proof of guardianship
- Bank account details of the guardian