Introduction The Ima Nongthangleima Yaipha Tengbang Scheme is implemented by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Manipur. The scheme was introduced to support economically vulnerable women who are not covered under other individual beneficiary-oriented government schemes and are facing livelihood challenges. The initiative focuses on providing direct financial assistance to women above the age of 40 who lack regular income sources. It covers various vulnerable groups, including widows, divorced women, separated women, unmarried women, single transgender women, and women belonging to marginalized and low-income families. Through this assistance, the state government aims to strengthen the financial security of women and promote their social and economic well-being. The scheme is expected to benefit a large number of eligible women across Manipur by providing regular monetary support. Applications are accepted through the concerned District Social Welfare Offices, and beneficiaries are selected after a verification and screening process conducted by the designated authorities. Benefits Monthly financial assistance of ₹500 for eligible beneficiaries. Direct support for women without a sustainable source of livelihood. Coverage for widows, divorcees, separated women, single women, and single transgender women. Assistance for women belonging to economically weaker and marginalized sections. Helps improve financial stability and meet essential household expenses. Designed to extend benefits to women not covered under similar individual welfare schemes. Supports social and economic empowerment of women across the state. Eligibility Applicant must be a resident of Manipur. Applicant should be above 40 years of age. Must not have a regular source of livelihood or income. Should not be receiving benefits under any other individual beneficiary government scheme. Widows, divorced women, separated women, and unmarried women are eligible. Single transgender women may also apply subject to eligibility conditions. Women belonging to low-income and marginalized households can apply. Applicants must satisfy all conditions prescribed by the Social Welfare Department. Documents Aadhaar Card. Residential Certificate. Certificate confirming non-availment of other individual beneficiary schemes issued by the concerned local authority. Income Certificate or Unemployment Certificate issued by a Gazetted Officer. Age Proof (HSLC Certificate or Birth Certificate). Passport-size Photograph. Bank Account Details. Any additional document required during verification. Process to Apply Obtain the prescribed application form from the concerned District Social Welfare Office. Fill in personal, address, Aadhaar, contact, and bank account details carefully. Paste a recent passport-size photograph in the application form. Attach all required supporting documents, including residence proof, income-related certificates, and age proof. Ensure that a valid HSLC Certificate or Birth Certificate is enclosed as proof of age. Complete the declaration and consent section wherever applicable. Submit the completed application form to the concerned District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO). The application is scrutinized and verified by district-level authorities. Eligible applicants are shortlisted and forwarded for final selection. Approved beneficiaries receive ₹500 per month as financial assistance. Important Links and Contact Department of Social Welfare, Manipur: Official Website Department Contact Directory: Contact Details Nodal Department: Department of Social Welfare, Government of Manipur FAQs Q1. What is the Manipur Ima Nongthangleima Yaipha Tengbang Scheme?It is a financial assistance scheme that provides monthly support to eligible women above 40 years of age who do not have a source of livelihood. Q2. How much assistance is provided under the scheme?Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹500 per month. Q3. Who can apply for the scheme?Women above 40 years of age residing in Manipur and meeting the prescribed eligibility conditions can apply. Q4. Are widows eligible for benefits?Yes, widows are among the beneficiary categories covered under the scheme. Q5. Can divorced or separated women apply?Yes, divorced and separated women may apply if they fulfill the eligibility requirements. Q6. Is age proof mandatory while applying?Yes, applicants are required to submit a valid HSLC Certificate or Birth Certificate as age proof. Q7. Can beneficiaries of other individual government schemes apply?No, the scheme is intended for women who are not already receiving benefits under similar individual beneficiary schemes. Q8. Where should the application be submitted?Applications must be submitted to the concerned District Social Welfare Office (DSWO). Q9. What documents are generally required?Applicants typically need Aadhaar, residence proof, income or unemployment certificate, age proof, bank details, and other supporting documents. Q10. Which department implements the scheme?The Department of Social Welfare, Government of Manipur, is responsible for implementing the scheme.