Samagra Portal is an initiative of the Madhya Pradesh State Government to offer several online as well as offline services to its residents. The idea behind the portal is to provide a variety of welfare schemes, financial services, and facilities to the residents with a particular focus on –
- underprivileged (below poverty line)
- senior citizens
- children
- widows
- disabled
- women
This scheme offers Financial inclusion, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), state and central schemes, and is referred to as Samagra Samajik Suraksha Mission (SSSM).
The various facilities available on the Samagra portal include:
- Samagra Family ID
- Samagra Family Dashboard
- Samagra Shiksha Portal
- Praman Portal
- Samagra Pension Portal
Let us dig deeper to uncover more details about the schemes and what benefits can be availed through this.
What is Samagra Id?
The state government of Madhya Pradesh and the department of SSSM (Samagra Samajik Suraksha Mission) provide free login IDs and passwords for its residents to register themselves and avail the government benefits.
And, the individuals, once registered, cannot alter their unique Samagra ID codes in any case.
Types of SAMAGRA IDs
There are two types of Samagra IDs that operate on the principle of 'Bahujan Hitay Bahujan Sukhaya':
1. Family ID - This unique and permanent 8-digit family ID will serve as your family’s Samagra identity in the government records.
2. Member ID - This 9-digit unique and permanent ID is issued to the individuals whose family already has the Samagra family ID.
What is the Eligibility Criteria?
The SSSM is a Madhya Pradesh Government initiative – so, to apply for it, the person needs to be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh. This person also needs to have a domicile certificate and address proof to validate her/his identity.
If you do not live in this state or you do not have a resident proof, you cannot apply for the Samagra ID.
How to apply?
The Samagra ID can be easily created through online or offline modes. Here is how you can apply –
List of Documents Required:
Before you begin the registration process, make sure you have valid photo identification and address proof of Madhya Pradesh.
Here are the documents you’ll need:
- 10th mark sheet
- Aadhar Card
- Voter’s ID
- Ration Card
- Pan Card
- Passport driving license
- Driving license
- Disability certificate issued by Medical Board (if applicable)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Bank Account details
Offline Mode
To get the Samagra Family ID and Member ID, you need to visit your nearby Panchayat or District Panchayat and request the officials to create the required ID for you and your family.
Online Mode
You can easily apply for the ID online by following the step-by-step process:
- Visit Website: http://Samagra.Gov.In/
- Under ‘User Manual’ you’ll find an option to register your family (Parivaar Ko Panjeekrt Karen). Click on the link.
- Fill up all the details in the form and click on the “Register Application” button to submit your form.
- Once, your form is approved, you should be able to find your Samagra ID at the official portal under the link: समग्र आई डी जानें/ Know your Samagra ID. And, from here you can download your official Samagra ID.
What are the benefits of this scheme?
Families that fall under this scheme can avail the following advantages of the Samagra ID:
Food Security
The underprivileged people of the state who have limited to no access to basic facilities like food, water, and shelter have access to various government initiatives to lead a better life. Some of the schemes under this policy:
- BPL Families Registration & Management System
- Annapurna Scheme / Ration / Food Safety Act
NREGA Payment
The residents entitled to NREGA (National Rural Employment Guarantee Act) can receive their payments directly through this portal. They can also avail employment opportunities available at the nearby location.
Higher Education Samagra Scholarship Portal
The MP government provides the scholarship schemes for educating students of financially weaker sections of the society. Through this portal, the students can apply and also check the status of their scholarships.
Insurance Coverage
The Madhya Pradesh government offers various insurance schemes for low-income people like the Aam Aadmi Insurance Scheme to safeguard the interest of their families, in case of any unfortunate event.
Women’s welfare scheme
Government has introduced some welfare policies for the upliftment and betterment of women in Madhya Pradesh through the following schemes:
- Kanya Abhibhavak Pension Yojana (KAPS)
- Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Vidhva Pension Yojana (IGNWPS)
- Marriage Promotion Scheme (Mukhyamantree Vivaah Protsaahan Yojana)
Pension Services to Senior Citizen
Senior citizens can now avail faster pension services through online portals under social security pension schemes. They can receive the pension amount directly through the portal under the following schemes:
- Samajik Suraksha Vradhawastha Pension Yojana (SSOAP)
- Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Vradhawastha pension Yojana (IGNOAP)
- Samajik Suraksha CWSN pension Yojana (SSCWSNP)
Upliftment of disabled
To help the physically and mentally challenged people, the government of Madhya Pradesh has introduced the following policies:
- Samajik Suraksha Nishktjan Pension Yojana (SSDP)
- Mandbudhdi Bahuviklang Ko Arthik Sahayta (MRMD)
- Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Nishaktjan Pension Yojana (IGNDPS)
If you require any assistance, you call on the toll-free helpline number or email to get help from the Samagra portal. You can also contact the Social Justice and Disability Welfare Department for any query or concern.
So, if you are a resident of Madhya Pradesh, do take advantage of the Samagra benefits!
