How to Apply for Unmarried Women Pension Scheme Online Easily!!
Service Code: REV-204 | Department: Revenue Department | Service Charge: ₹10
Purpose:
The Unmarried Women Pension Scheme (UWPS) provides financial assistance to unmarried women who are without adequate means of subsistence. It is designed for:
- Women who have never been married
- Destitute unmarried women without regular financial support
- Women belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families
- Unmarried women without adequate means of livelihood
Required Documents:
Mandatory:
- Applicant Photo (recent passport-sized)
- Aadhaar Card
- Aadhaar Consent Form (downloadable from portal)
- Smart Card / Ration Card / Any Address Proof
- Self-Declaration of Applicant (downloadable from portal)
- Bank Passbook
- Any Identity Proof (Voter ID, Passport, PAN, Driving License)
Special Requirements:
- Applicant must have a valid Citizen Access Number (CAN)
- Marital Status: Must be legally unmarried
- Destitute Status: Must declare as destitute without adequate means
- BPL Status: Must belong to Below Poverty Line family
- Bank Account: Required for direct benefit transfer
- Aadhaar Mandatory: Both number and consent form compulsory
- Income Verification: Provide accurate income details of all family members
Step-by-Step Application Process:
1. Visit the Portal: Login to e-Sevai Tamil Nadu https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in portal as Operator
2. Navigate to Service: Services - Revenue Department - REV-204 Unmarried Women Pension Scheme
3. CAN Verification:
- If applicant has CAN: Search by CAN number/name and proceed
- If not: Click "Register CAN", complete OTP verification, obtain CAN number
4. Complete Application Form:
- Section 1: Applicant Details (auto-filled)
- Section 2: Current Address (auto-filled)
- Section 3: Permanent Address (auto-filled)
- Section 4: Contact Details (auto-filled)
- Section 5: Form Details – bank/post office info, BPL status, destitute status
- Section 6: Income Details – income of all family members
- Section 7: Property Details – property details of all family members
5. Upload Documents: Attach all required files in accepted format and size
6. Payment: Click Make Payment - confirm payment of ₹10
7. Acknowledgement: Download and print receipt for tracking
Alternative CSC Centre Method:
Applicants may also apply through any Common Service Centre (CSC) where trained operators assist with:
- CAN registration
- Form filling and document collection
- Document scanning and upload
- Payment processing
- Application submission and tracking
->- Eligibility and documentation guidance
After Submission:
- Track Status: Use Application Number via portal
- Saved Applications: Drafts appear in "Saved Application" section
- Verification: VAO/Revenue authorities validate eligibility
- Approval: Download digitally signed pension approval certificate once approved
- Certificate Details: Includes pension approval, beneficiary info, and payment details
- Delivery: CSC operator prints and hands over certificate to applicant
Important Notes:
- Eligibility: Strictly for women who have never been married
- Marital Status: Applicant must not be married
- BPL Requirement: Must belong to Below Poverty Line category
- Aadhaar Requirement: Aadhaar number and consent form are mandatory
- Bank Account: Essential for pension disbursement
- Document Accuracy: Ensure all uploaded documents are valid and clear
- File Size Limits: Photos ≤ 50 KB, documents ≤ 200 KB
- Supported Formats: PDF, JPEG, JPG, PNG
- Digital Signature: Certificate is digitally signed — no physical signature required
- Income Declaration: Provide accurate income details of all family members
- Property Declaration: Disclose all property details as required
Apply Online: https://tnedistrict.tn.gov.in
Assistance: Visit your nearest e-Sevai / CSC Centre
This guide is based on the Tamil Nadu e-District User Manual (REV-204). Government of Tamil Nadu, 2019.
