Donate for Martyrs of Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)

To donate specifically to the families of Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) martyrs, the most secure and government-approved channel is the Bharat Ke Veer portal (bharatkeveer.gov.in). This initiative, managed by the Ministry of Home Affairs, allows you to contribute directly to the Next of Kin (NoK) of soldiers who sacrificed their lives guarding India's critical infrastructure like Airports, Metro Rail, and Nuclear Plants.

The CISF is a Central Armed Police Force (CAPF), distinct from the Indian Army. It is the "Protector of National Assets," deployed at sensitive locations ranging from the Delhi Metro to the Department of Space. Unlike the Army, which has the Battle Casualty Fund, CAPF martyrs are supported through the Bharat Ke Veer corpus. By using this portal, you bypass middle-men and ensure 100% of your contribution reaches the bereaved family or the force's corpus fund without administrative deductions.

What You Need Before Starting
Checklist

• Official Website: Verify the URL is [https://bharatkeveer.gov.in].
• PAN Card: Mandatory to generate the tax exemption certificate (Section 80G).
• Mobile Number: Needed for the OTP login process.

What You Should Do
Step-by-Step Guide

1. Access the Portal

Open bharatkeveer.gov.in in your browser.
Click on the Enter button to reach the main dashboard.

2. Filter for CISF Martyrs
The homepage displays bravehearts from all CAPFs (CRPF, BSF, ITBP, etc.) mixed together. You must filter this list.

Click on the Bravehearts tab.
Locate the search/filter bar.
In the Select Force dropdown menu, specifically choose Central Industrial Security Force (CISF).
The page will refresh to show only the profiles of CISF personnel.

3. Select a Braveheart

Click on the photo of a soldier to read about their sacrifice (e.g., "Martyred in Naxal Attack" or "Airport Security Operation").
Check the contribution limit bar. The portal caps individual family donations at 15 Lakhs. If the bar is full, the system will ask you to choose another family or donate to the general corpus.

4. Make the Contribution

Click I would like to contribute.
Enter the amount (Minimum is usually 10).
Enter your Name, Email, and Mobile Number.
Input your PAN Number correctly to ensure you get the tax receipt.
Pay via UPI, Net Banking, or Credit/Debit Card.

5. Download Your Certificate

Upon successful payment, a digital Certificate of Contribution featuring the National Emblem will be generated. Download and save this for your financial records.

Alternative: The Bharat Ke Veer Corpus Fund
If you are unable to choose a specific individual, or if all listed families have reached their donation cap, you can donate to the Bharat Ke Veer Corpus Fund.

• This general pool is managed by a committee of high-ranking officials and eminent citizens.
• It is used to provide immediate financial relief to families of fresh casualties before their profiles are even uploaded to the website.

Things to Watch Out For

• Fake Social Media Links: You may see posts saying "Donate to CISF Welfare Fund" with a personal Google Pay or Paytm number. Never transfer money to these. Official government collections never use personal UPI IDs.
• Tax Exemption Logic: Donations to Bharat Ke Veer are eligible for 100% Tax Deduction under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act. However, this benefit is generally applicable only if you file taxes under the Old Tax Regime.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I donate to the "Army Welfare Fund" for CISF?
A: No. The Army Welfare Fund Battle Casualties is strictly for the Army, Navy, and Air Force. CISF falls under the Ministry of Home Affairs, not the Ministry of Defence. Bharat Ke Veer is the correct platform.

Q: Is there an app?
A: Yes, the Bharat Ke Veer app is available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Ensure the developer name is "NIC eGov Mobile Apps" to avoid fake clones.