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This scheme offers financial help to non-pensioner Ex-Servicemen and their widows, holding ranks up to Havildar, to Read More... manage regular medical expenses. Read less

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Facing rising healthcare costs can be a major worry, especially for ex-servicemen and their widows who don't receive a pension. This scheme aims to provide a much-needed financial cushion for these individuals to cover routine medical needs, ensuring they can get treatment without falling into hardship.

What Is This Scheme?

The RMEWF (Raksha Mantri Ex-Servicemen Welfare Fund) offers financial assistance to non-pensioner ex-servicemen and widows of soldiers (up to Havildar rank or equivalent) to help them with their medical expenses. It's designed to support those who might not have other income sources and are struggling to afford healthcare.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The scheme is specifically for individuals who meet certain criteria, including being a non-pensioner ex-serviceman or the widow of one. Importantly, the applicant's rank should be Havildar or below. This support is crucial for those facing financial difficulties due to medical treatments.

Why This Scheme Is Important

As medical costs continue to rise, this scheme plays a vital role in ensuring that our ex-servicemen and their families have access to necessary medical care. By providing financial aid, it helps maintain their dignity and prevents them from facing extreme poverty due to health issues.

Objective

This scheme offers financial help to non-pensioner Ex-Servicemen and their widows, holding ranks up to Havildar, to manage regular medical expenses.

Benefits

For Master ProgrammeThe amount of the scholarship for the Master’s Degree programme is Rs. 7,560/- per month for 2 years with a contingent grant of Rs. 6,000/- per annum for two yearsFor Doctoral ProgrammeIn the Doctoral programme, it is Rs. 13125/- per month for three years with a contingent grant of Rs. 10000/- per annum for three years.

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Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

You must be a non-pensioner Ex-Servicemen (ESM) or the widow of an ESM.
Your rank must be Havildar or equivalent, or below.
Your application needs to be recommended by your respective Zila Sainik Board (ZSB).
The medical treatment expenditure must be incurred at government-recognized hospitals.
Treatment costs should be as per rates approved under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) or Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS).

How To Apply

To apply for this financial assistance, please follow these steps:

Gather all the required documents listed below.
Ensure all copies of documents are attested by the Zila Sainik Welfare Officer (ZSWO).
Submit your application along with the attested documents to the Zila Sainik Board (ZSB).
For more details or to initiate the process, you may need to visit the office of your Zila Sainik Board.

Documents Required

Make sure to attach attested copies of the following documents with your application:

Discharge book or equivalent discharge documents.
Identity Card issued by the Zila Sainik Board (ZSB) for both Ex-Servicemen and widows.
Original medical bills, countersigned by the doctor who provided the treatment.
Hospital discharge summary, also countersigned by the attending doctor.
A signed certificate from you confirming that you have not received any reimbursement or medical allowance from your state government or current employer.
Your Bank Account details, including the Account Number and IFS Code. The account must be with either the Punjab National Bank (PNB) or the State Bank of India (SBI) only.

FAQ’s

Which hospitals are eligible for treatment under this scheme?

Financial aid is only provided for treatments taken at government-approved hospitals. The expenses should also align with the rates set by CGHS or ECHS.

Can I use any bank account for receiving the funds?

No, only bank accounts held with the State Bank of India (SBI) or Punjab National Bank (PNB) are accepted for this scheme.

Whose bank account details should I provide in the application?

You need to provide your own Aadhaar-linked bank account number for the application process.

What rank is the maximum to be eligible for this assistance?

The scheme is for Ex-Servicemen or their widows whose rank was Havildar or equivalent, or below.

Is there a yearly limit to the financial assistance I can receive?

Yes, you can receive financial assistance up to a maximum of Rs. 30,000 per eligible Ex-Servicemen or widow in a financial year.

What if I have already received medical reimbursement from my employer?

You must provide a certificate stating you have not taken any money or grant from your state government or current employer as reimbursement or medical allowance. If you have, you may not be eligible.