Sarkari Yojana
Garuda Scheme for Funeral Expense
About Garuda Scheme for Funeral Expense
The Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC), a Government of Andhra Pradesh undertaking, runs the “Garuda Scheme for Funeral Expenses” (GS-FE) for poor Brahmins across the state. It provides ₹10,000/- in financial assistance to cover the funeral expenses of a deceased Brahmin, following a prescribed application process, and is available across all 13 districts of Andhra Pradesh.
Scheme Overview
State Government
Individual
Scheme Details
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for Garuda Scheme for Funeral Expense, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
The applicant must be a close relative of…
The applicant must be a close relative of the deceased (Spouse/Son/Daughter/Parent/Brother/Grandson).
The applicant must submit a self-declaration confirming they…
The applicant must submit a self-declaration confirming they are the legal heir of the deceased.
The applicant must belong to the Brahmin community…
The applicant must belong to the Brahmin community and reside in Andhra Pradesh.
The applicant's annual family income must not exceed…
The applicant's annual family income must not exceed ₹75,000/-.
The applicant must not have received assistance under…
The applicant must not have received assistance under any other government scheme for the same purpose.
Benefits Provided
Garuda Scheme for Funeral Expense provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:
₹10,000 is provided as financial assistance to…
₹10,000 is provided as financial assistance to cover funeral costs.
Documents Required
Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:
The applicant's passport-size photograph
The applicant's passport-size photograph
The applicant's Aadhaar card
The applicant's Aadhaar card
The deceased's Aadhaar card
The deceased's Aadhaar card
White ration card or income certificate, issued by…
White ration card or income certificate, issued by Mee Seva or the Revenue Department
Caste certificate obtained from Mee Seva
Caste certificate obtained from Mee Seva
Residence certificate obtained from Mee Seva
Residence certificate obtained from Mee Seva
Birth certificate obtained from Mee Seva
Birth certificate obtained from Mee Seva
The applicant's income certificate, issued by Mee Seva…
The applicant's income certificate, issued by Mee Seva or the Revenue Department
SB account passbook from Andhra Bank or SBI,…
SB account passbook from Andhra Bank or SBI, held in the applicant's name
A self-declaration confirming the applicant is the legal…
A self-declaration confirming the applicant is the legal heir of the deceased Brahmin
Death certificate of the deceased Brahmin, issued by…
Death certificate of the deceased Brahmin, issued by a government authority
How to Apply
Online Application
Applicants can apply for Garuda Scheme for Funeral Expense through the online application process outlined below.
Registration and apply
Visit the official website (https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and click "Scheme"
Visit the official website (https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and click "Scheme".
Click "Registration" to open the application form
Click "Registration" to open the application form.
Fill in the required details
Fill in the required details:
Personal Details: Name, Residence address, Aadhaar no, Ration card no, Bank details, etc.
Upload: Photo, Signature, and Certificate Details
Documents: Birth Certificate, Residential Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Caste Certificate, Bank Passbook, etc.
Finalize and click "Submit" on the application.
Step-4: After submission, note the reference number you receive.
Check Application Status:
Click "Services" on the menu and select "Know…
Click "Services" on the menu and select "Know your status".
Enter the Reference, Mobile, or Aadhaar Card Number…
Enter the Reference, Mobile, or Aadhaar Card Number to view the application status.
Select the "Financial Year" and fetch the details
Select the "Financial Year" and fetch the details. Download the Acknowledgement slip:
Click on the "Acknowledgement Slip"
Click on the "Acknowledgement Slip".
Enter the Aadhaar Card Number and select the…
Enter the Aadhaar Card Number and select the "Scheme".
Click "Submit"
Click "Submit".
Official Application & Website
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