The Finance Department of Punjab, Pakistan, issued an important clarification on June 4, 2025, regarding the financial assistance provided to the family members of government employees who die while in service. You need to submit Bi-Annual certificates, which are essential to keep continuing the government employee’s family package.
This update is useful for all civil servants and their legal heirs who are receiving financial support after the death of a family member who was serving in any Punjab government department.
What is Family Assistance Package For Govt Employees Families?
When a government employee dies during service, their family is provided a monthly salary after the clarification by the official notification. This payment is made through the Direct Credit System (DCS) directly into the account of the legal heir (usually a spouse or child).
The Finance Department has now clarified the requirements for these legal heirs to continue receiving the salary.
✅ What Legal Heirs Must Do:
If you are a legal heir (widow, widower, or dependent) receiving monthly financial support under this system, you must do the following twice a year (bi-annually):
1. Submit a Life Certificate
- Confirms that the legal heir is alive.
- To be submitted on Form-C.
2. Submit a No Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
- Required if the financial support is being given to a widow.
- Confirms that the widow has not remarried.
- To be submitted on Form C-1.
3. Where to Submit?
- These certificates must be submitted to the Accountant General Punjab or your District Accounts Office (DAO).
4. How to Submit?
You can submit:
- In person
- Through your bank
- Or any authorized method arranged by the government
Why Is This Important?
This process helps the government verify that financial assistance is going to the right person and continues only if the legal heir remains eligible. It also prevents misuse of government funds in case of remarriage or death of the legal heir.
When to Submit?
You must submit these certificates every 6 months. Not submitting them may result in stoppage of payment until the verification is completed.
Required Forms
- Form-C: Life Certificate
- Form C-1: No Marriage Certificate (for widows)
These forms are available at your local Accounts Office or may be obtained through your department.
Helpful for Government Employees?
All civil servants of Punjab Government
- Family members of deceased government employees
- Account offices and banks dealing with DCS payments
- Administrative staff in government departments
Conclusion:
This official update ensures that families of deceased government employees continue to receive their rightful support. If you or someone you know is receiving such financial assistance, make sure to submit the required certificates every six months to avoid any payment issues.