What is Bima Sakhi Yojana?
Bima Sakhi yojana is one of central government’s scheme under Ministry of rural development that has aim of making woman empowerment to SHG (Self Help Groups),here SHG group members get 7,000 rupees monthly, these SHG members are taught to be insurance contenders in rural areas.These women are known as Bima Sakhis, ensure that all rural women are enrolled for insurance schemes such as
PM Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) – Life insurance ₹2 lakh
PM Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) – Accident insurance ₹2 lakh
Main objectives and Criteria of SHG
1)Women of rural areas are supported and provided employment skills needed
2)It promotes awareness of insurance for rural citizens
3) Yor age must be above 18 and under 50 years
4) You must be a member of SHG group
Salary and Training program
| Task | Earning |
| New PMJJBY Enrollment | ₹30–₹50 |
| New PMSBY Enrollment | ₹5–₹10 |
| Claim assistance | ₹25–₹50 |
They are trained for about 5 days, the program is orgainzed by LIC and NRLM in joint association which covers PMJJBY and PMSBy rules, enrollment of people. After completion of training you are provided with certificate and ID card as official proof of Bima Sakhi
How to apply (step by step guide)
1)Go to the NRLM/SHG office at your Panchayat or Block.
2)Fill out the Bima Sakhi registration form.
3)Submit your Aadhaar card, SHG membership proof, and bank details.
4)Attend the training session.
5)Get your certificate and ID.
6)Start helping people sign up for insurance schemes.
How to Get the Registration Form:
- Check online if your state allows registration through the SRLM portal
- You can also get the form from the SHG Federation in your area
- Visit the nearest NRLM office for assistance
- Official website: https://nrlm.gov.in