Sarkari Yojana

Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter

Andhra Pradesh
Quick Summary: The Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter, run by the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation, pays monthly aid of ₹2,000/- to needy Brahmin orphans, differently abled persons, widows, destitute women and elderly people. Elderly residents of Old-Age Homes can receive ₹4,000/- per month.

About Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter

The “Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter” (KS-FS) has been introduced by the Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation (ABC) Limited, a government undertaking, to meet the pressing needs of underprivileged Brahmins in Andhra Pradesh. It provides financial assistance to ease the cost of food and shelter for groups such as orphan children, differently-abled persons, widows, destitute women separated from their husbands, and elderly Brahmins. All 13 districts of the state are covered.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only members of the Brahmin community living in…

Only members of the Brahmin community living in Andhra Pradesh can apply.

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A white ration card must be held by…

A white ration card must be held by the applicant.

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Family income must be no more than ₹75,000/-…

Family income must be no more than ₹75,000/- a year.

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Orphan children qualify if they were below 14…

Orphan children qualify if they were below 14 years of age as of 31st Jan 2019.

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Elderly persons qualify if they were above 60…

Elderly persons qualify if they were above 60 years of age as of 31st Jan 2019.

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Differently abled persons, widows & destitute women (separated…

Differently abled persons, widows & destitute women (separated from husband but without legal documents) are covered at any age.

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No money should already have been received for…

No money should already have been received for the same purpose under another Government scheme.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

Financial Assistance:

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Orphan children are paid ₹2,000/- per month

Orphan children are paid ₹2,000/- per month.

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Differently abled persons receive ₹2,000/- per month

Differently abled persons receive ₹2,000/- per month.

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A widow or destitute woman (separated from husband)…

A widow or destitute woman (separated from husband) gets ₹2,000/- per month.

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Elderly persons living in their own home are…

Elderly persons living in their own home are given ₹2,000/- per month.

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Elderly persons residing in any Old-Age Home in…

Elderly persons residing in any Old-Age Home in Andhra Pradesh receive ₹4,000/- per month.

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Elderly persons residing in an Old-Age Home in…

Elderly persons residing in an Old-Age Home in Andhra Pradesh who already draw a pension under the NTR Bharosa Scheme receive ₹2,000/- per month.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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A recent passport-size photograph

A recent passport-size photograph.

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The applicant's Aadhaar Card

The applicant's Aadhaar Card.

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Caste Certificate from a competent government authority (Revenue…

Caste Certificate from a competent government authority (Revenue Inspector/MRO).

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Either a White Ration Card OR an Income…

Either a White Ration Card OR an Income Certificate from a competent Government authority (Revenue Inspector/MRO).

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A copy of the SB Account held in…

A copy of the SB Account held in Andhra Bank or SBI, which must be in the applicant's own name.

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A Staying Certificate from the Old Age Home…

A Staying Certificate from the Old Age Home confirming the applicant lives there.

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For widows, the husband's Death Certificate

For widows, the husband's Death Certificate.

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For divorced women, the Legal Divorce Document

For divorced women, the Legal Divorce Document.

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For destitute women separated from their husband without…

For destitute women separated from their husband without legal papers, a Recommendation Certificate from the Director/DLO/MCLO of the Corporation OR an MC Member of the AP Brahmin Cooperative Credit Society OR any MLA / MP / MLC.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Kashyapa Scheme for Food & Shelter through the online application process outlined below.

Registration and apply

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Go to the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and select "Scheme"

Go to the official website(https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/schemes/schemes.aspx#) and select "Scheme"

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Choose "Registration" to open the application form

Choose "Registration" to open the application form

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Enter the details asked for

Enter the details asked for:
Personal Details: such as Name, Residence address, Aadhaar no, Ration card no and Bank detail
Upload: the Photo, Signature and Certificate Details
Documents: including Birth Certificate, Residential Certificate, Aadhar Card, Caste Certificate and Bank Passbook
Complete the form and press "Submit". Step-4: A reference number is issued once the application is submitted. Check Application Status:

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From the menu, open the “Services” link and…

From the menu, open the “Services” link and pick "Know your status".

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Type the Reference, Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number…

Type the Reference, Mobile or Aadhaar Card Number to view the status.

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Choose the "Financial Year" and fetch the details

Choose the "Financial Year" and fetch the details. Download the Acknowledgement slip:

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Select "Acknowledgement Slip"

Select "Acknowledgement Slip"

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Key in the Aadhaar Card Number and choose…

Key in the Aadhaar Card Number and choose the "Scheme"

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Press "Submit"

Press "Submit"

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References