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Nari Niketans

The "Nari Niketans" were established in 1976 by the Social Welfare Department, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir wherein deserted /destitute ladies/ widows having no means of livelihood are given admissions. There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir. This is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme.

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About This Scheme

The "[Nari Niketans](https://jksocialwelfare.nic.in/welfareIns/NariNiketans.pdf)" were established in 1976 by the Social Welfare Department, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir wherein deserted /destitute ladies/ widows having no means of livelihood are given admissions. There are seven Nari Niketan in Jammu & Kashmir, i.e. in Jammu, Udhampur, Kathua, Doda, Rajouri, and two Nari Niketans in Poonch, with a total intake capacity of 280. The inmate shall remain in the institution till they are rehabilitated/get married/covered under any schemes for employment and self-employment. The beneficiary shall approach the concerned District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) for submission of the application. This is a 100% State Sponsored Scheme, and only the permanent residents of the state of Jammu & Kashmir can apply for this scheme.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

  • 3 Passport-Sized Photograph (Signed Across).
  • Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir.
  • Proof of Identity.
  • Aadhaar Card.
  • Death Certificate of the Husband (in case the applicant is a widow).
  • Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc) of Self or of the Guardian.
  • Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office.
  • Proof of Age of the Child (Birth Certificate) (in case of children accompanying the mothers).

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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