AP Brahmin Pension Scheme: Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC) Limited, a Government of AP has introduced the “Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter” (KS-FS) for the underprivileged Brahmins in the state. Under this scheme, a stipend of Rs. 2,000/- per month will be given to the Orphan children, Differently abled, Widows and Elderly (Rs. 4,000/- per month if any elderly staying in Old-Age home), picked through the designated process.
The objective of the scheme is to help poor children, elderly brahmins, widows, differently disabled and destitute women, with financial support to meet their food and shelter expenses. This scheme covers 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
Now, let us know, what are eligibility criteria, how to apply, what are the documents required and selection procedure for this scheme.
AP Kashyapa Scheme Eligibility Criteria
After we have known, what this scheme is all about, let us discuss the eligibility criteria required for this scheme. Only the eligible candidates will be allowed to apply for this pension scheme and if any discrepancies found, the application will be rejected by the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation.
- The applicant should belong to the Brahmin community and reside in Andhra Pradesh.
- Holders of White Ration Card or annual family income below Rs. 75,000/-
- Orphan children below 14 years of age as on 31st Jan 2019, Elderly above 60 years age as on 31st Jan 2019, all differently-abled of any age and widows & Destitute women (separated from husband, but do not have legal documents) of any age.
- Should not have availed himself/ herself any amount under any other Government scheme for the same purpose.
Note: State Level Selection Committee is authorized to make exceptions in the eligibility/selection process and their decision will be final.
AP Kashyapa Scheme Application Procedure
Applicants who are eligible for this scheme have to apply for it. The application form is available on the official website of Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation. Follow the below steps here to submit the application form.
- Go to the official website, http://andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in.
- Click on the ‘services’ icon given at the top-most bar, where you will get the option of schemes.
- Click on it and scroll down the page to get the ‘Kasyapa Schemes’.
- Below that scheme, you will find a registration option.
- Candidates have to register themselves and fill the application form by providing the complete details.
- Upload the scanned copy of the necessary documents as mentioned.
- The size of the scanned copies should be in pdf of a maximum of 250 kb size each.
- Now submit the form.
Note:
- To check the status of the application, on the official website, under ‘services’ you will get ‘know your status’ option. Click the option, enter your application details and get the status.
- Candidates can also check the status through the SMS in the format <ABC><Space><Ref.No> to +918466997755.
Documents Required for AP Brahmin Pension Scheme
- Passport size photograph (in jpeg format)
- Aadhar Card of the applicant.
- Caste certificate issued by a competent Government authority (Revenue Inspector / MRO)
- White Ration Card OR Income Certificate issued by a competent Government authority (Revenue Inspector / MRO).
- Copy of SB Account in Andhra Bank or SBI (account must be in the name of applicant)
- In case of Elderly staying in Oldage home – A certificate from Old age home that the applicant is staying in their Oldage home
- Death certificate of husband, in case of Widow OR Legal Divorce documents in case of divorcee women, and
- In case of destitute women (Separated from husband, but do not have legal document) – a certificate/recommendation from Director/DLO/MCLO of the Corporation OR from MC Member of the AP Brahmin Cooperative Credit Society OR from any MLA/MP/MLC
Note: Scrutinising, short-listing and finalization of applicants shall be done by the State Level Committee (SLC).
AP Kashyapa Scheme Rewards
The amount specified under this scheme is as below:
- Rs. 2,000/- per month to Orphan children below 14 Years,
- Rs. 2,000/- per month to Different abled person,
- Rs. 2,000/- per month to Widow or destitute women (separated from husband, but do not have legal document) of any age,
- Rs. 2,000/- per month to Elderly of above 60 Yrs age, staying on his / her own
- Rs. 4,000/- per month to Elderly of above 60 Yrs age, staying in any Old-age home in Andhra Pradesh
- Rs. 2,000/- per month to Elderly of above 60 Yrs age, staying in any Old-age home in Andhra Pradesh and getting pension through NTR Bharosa Scheme.
Note: The above amounts will be transferred to the SB Accounts of the Selected applicants, from the month of eligibility.
About A.P. Brahmin Welfare Corporation
The government of Andhra Pradesh has established Andhra Pradesh AP Brahmin Welfare Corporation Schemes in December 2014 to provide support for the upliftment of poor Brahmins in the society. APBrahmin Corporation Life Certificate or ABC in short is a State Government-owned vibrant organization committed to the development and welfare of the weaker and marginalized sections of the Brahmin community.
ABC serves the needy members of the community in AP in a selfless and inspirational manner by providing financial, intellectual and physical resources for their overall development which includes education, skill-building, entrepreneurship, welfare, and value-based cultural life, on a sustainable basis. The Corporation also strives to inculcate a sense of belonging to the community for improving cohesiveness, morale, and pride. The resources are provided through distinct schemes and initiatives in various categories.
FAQ’s on AP Brahmin Pension Scheme
Question 1.
What is AP Brahmin Pension Scheme?
Answer:
Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC) Limited, a Government of Andhra Pradesh undertaking, is introducing the “Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter” (KS-FS) for the poor Brahmins in Andhra Pradesh, Kasyapa Scheme Status. Under this scheme, an amount of Rs. 2,000/- per month shall be paid to the Orphan children, Differently abled, Widows and Elderly (Rs. 4,000/- per month if any elderly staying in Old-Age home), selected through the prescribed process.
Question 2.
Who can apply for Kashyapa Scheme?
Answer:
- Candidate from a Brahmin community and reside in Andhra Pradesh.
- Holders of White Ration Card or annual family income below Rs. 75,000/-
- Orphan children below 14 years of age and elderly above 60 years age as on 31st Jan 2019. Differently-abled, widows & Destitute women of any age.
- Should not have availed any other scheme for the same purpose.
Question 3.
How to Apply for this Scheme?
Answer:
- Go to the official website.
- Under the Kashyapa Scheme, click on ‘register’.
- Fill the required details and upload the scanned copy of the documents.
- Submit the application.
Question 4.
What are the documents required to apply?
Answer:
- Aadhar Card
- Passport Size photo
- Caste Certificate
- Ration card or Income certificate
- SBI Account details
Rest documents will be depending on the candidate’s status.
Question 5.
How to check the status of the application?
Answer:
To check the status of the application follows the below steps:
- Go to the official website.
- Go to the ‘Services’ dropdown.
- Click on know your status.
- A new webpage will be open
- Fill the required details and click on fetch.
- The status will appear on the screen.
Also, applicant’s of A.P. Brahmin Welfare Corp. can send Messages in the below format to +918466997755. < ABC >< Space >< Ref.No >.