Madhya Pradesh Crime Victim Compensation Scheme

Compensation to victims for injury/loss:

S.No. Details of Loss or Injury Maximum limit of Compensation Maximum limit of Compensation

1. A. Loss of life (Death) Death of an earning member Maximum upto ₹4,00,000





Death of a non-earning member Maximum upto ₹2,00,000



B. Loss of Fetus 

Maximum upto ₹50,000 and Free medical treatment in Government Hospitals

1. In case of permanent disability being 100% Victim being the earning member Maximum upto ₹3,00,000 (Free medical treatment in Government Hospital)





Victim not being the earning member Maximum upto ₹1,50,000 (Free medical treatment in Government Hospital)

1. In case of permanent disability being more than 40% Victim being the earning member Maximum upto ₹2,00,000 (Free medical treatment in Government Hospital)





Victim not being the earning member Maximum upto ₹1,00,000 (Free medical treatment in Government Hospital)

1. A. Loss of fertility (due to other criminal incident except rape) 

Maximum upto ₹1,50,000 (free medical treatment in Government hospitals)



B. Serious injury to vital part of body or surgery

Victim being the earning member Maximum upto ₹50,000 (Free medical treatment in Government Hospital)





Victim not being the earning member Maximum upto ₹25,000 (Free medical treatment in Government Hospital)

1. A. Gang Rape 

Maximum upto ₹3,00,000 and Free medical treatment in Government Hospital



B. Sexual crime with minors 

Maximum upto ₹2,00,000 and Free medical treatment in Government Hospital

1. A. Acid attack leading to disfiguration of more than 40% 

Maximum upto ₹3,00,000 out of which ₹1,00,000 to be paid within 15 days of intimation date and balance amount Maximum ₹2,00,000 within 2 months and Free medical treatment in Government Hospital



B. Acid attack leading to disfiguration of less than 40% 

Maximum upto ₹1,50,000 out of which ₹50,000 to be paid within 15 days of intimation date and balance amount within 2 months and free medical treatment in Government hospital



Medical Treatment: Free treatment in government hospitals for injuries covered under the scheme

Interim Relief: Immediate first-aid or medical support can be provided as certified by police, magistrate, or competent medical officer

Mode of Disbursement: Aadhaar-linked bank account

Frequency of Disbursement: Lump-sum or in two installments

Special Cases: Minor victims’ compensation deposited as fixed deposit, withdrawable only for education or medical needs

The applicant should be a victim of crime or a dependent of a victim who has suffered injury or loss due to criminal acts.

The crime should have occurred within Madhya Pradesh. Victims outside the state but residing in Madhya Pradesh are eligible for interim relief.

The applicant must report the crime without unreasonable delay.

The applicant must cooperate with authorities in investigation and rehabilitation process.

The annual income of the victim from all sources must not exceed ₹5,00,000. If it exceeds, compensation is limited to 50% of the prescribed amount.

Offline

Victim or dependent files an application with District Legal Services Authority (DLSA).

DLSA verifies claims, collects necessary documents, and may call for additional evidence.

Compensation is determined based on severity of loss, medical expenses, and rehabilitation needs within 60 days.

Interim relief or medical assistance may be provided immediately.

Approved compensation is disbursed through Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.

Appeals can be filed with the State Legal Services Authority within 90 days; second appeal to Government Home Department within 30 days.

Copy of Police Report / FIR

Copy of Medical Certificate detailing injury (if applicable)

Copy of Court Recommendation (if issued)

Dependency Certificate issued by Tehsildar or competent authority (for dependents)

Aadhaar-linked bank account details for disbursement

Identity proof of applicant (Victim/Dependent)