<h3>Introduction</h3> <ul> <li><img style="max-width: 100%; height: 273px; float: right;" src="https://static.vikaspedia.in/mediastorage/filestorage/20260110165814_APGarudaScheme.webp" alt="Uploaded Image" width="276">The Andhra Pradesh Government relaunched the Garuda Scheme to support poor Brahmin families during difficult times.</li> <li>The primary aim of the Garuda Scheme focuses on helping economically weak Brahmin families who struggle to arrange funeral expenses after the loss of a family member.</li> <li>The <a title="External website that opens in new window" href="https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation</a> will handle the execution and monitoring of the scheme.</li> <li>The following persons will apply for financial assistance of Rs. 10,000/- for funeral expenses under the Garuda Scheme of the Andhra Pradesh Government :- <ul> <li>Spouse.</li> <li>Son.</li> <li>Brother.</li> <li>Parents.</li> <li>Daughter.</li> <li>Grandson.</li> </ul> </li> <li>After the official relaunch, eligible families can apply online through the corporation’s official website.</li> </ul> <h3>Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>The scheme provides monetary support to Brahmin families after the death of a family member.</li> <li>The Andhra Pradesh Government offers a one-time financial assistance of Rs. 10,000 to help meet funeral expenses.</li> <li>The assistance directly supports families who do not have sufficient financial resources during the time of loss.</li> </ul> <h3>Eligibility</h3> <ul> <li>The applicant must belong to the Poor Brahmin community and hold permanent residence in Andhra Pradesh.</li> <li>Only a close family member of the deceased Brahmin can submit the application.</li> <li>The Applicant's annual family income must not exceed Rs. 75,000.</li> <li>The applicant must apply within 45 days from the date of death to receive benefits under the scheme.</li> </ul> <h3>Documents</h3> <ul> <li>Aadhaar Card. (Applicant and Deceased)</li> <li>Applicant Passporty Size Photo.</li> <li>Details of the Bank.</li> <li>Email ID.</li> <li>Mobile Number.</li> <li>Self Declaration.</li> <li>Residence Certificate of the State.</li> <li>Death Certificate of the Deceased Person.</li> </ul> <h3>Process to Apply</h3> <ul> <li>Online application can be done at <a title="External website that opens in new window" href="https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation website</a>.</li> <li>Fill out the Garuda Scheme online application and upload all required documents on the portal.</li> <li>Submit the application to generate a reference number.</li> <li>Use the reference number to track the application status online.</li> <li>Download and save the acknowledgement slip for future reference.</li> <li>Officials of the Brahmin Welfare Corporation will verify the application and documents.</li> <li>Authorities will match applicant data with records from MeeSeva, Praja Sadhikara Survey, and the Civil Supplies Department.</li> <li>After successful verification, the government will transfer Rs. 10,000 to the eligible applicant’s bank account.</li> </ul> <h3>Important Links</h3> <ul> <li><a title="External website that opens in new window" href="https://www.andhrabrahmin.ap.gov.in/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Andhra Pradesh Brahmin Welfare Corporation Website.</a></li> </ul> <h3>Contact</h3> <ul> <li>For any assistance or clarification related to the Garuda Scheme, applicants can contact the Brahmin Welfare Corporation :- <ul> <li>Helpline Numbers :- <ul> <li>0866-6650345</li> <li>0866-6650300</li> </ul> </li> <li>Email ID :- apbrahmin@gmail.com</li> </ul> </li> </ul>