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The Andaman & Nicobar Islands Old Age Assistance Scheme

The aim of the scheme is to provide social security by way of financial assistance to destitute, senior citizens who are without any means of subsistence and having no one to give financial support to them for their livelihood.

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About This Scheme

The scheme “The Andaman & Nicobar Islands Old Age Assistance Scheme” is implemented by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to provide financial assistance to senior citizens (Above 60 years of age) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The aim of the scheme is to provide social security by way of financial assistance to destitute, senior citizens who are without any means of subsistence and having no one to give financial support to them for their livelihood. As per the scheme, only those who are permanent residents of A&N Islands or having resided in this territory for not less than 10 years immediately preceding the date of applications are eligible for receiving financial assistance.

Benefits

₹2.5K · monthly

The amount of assistance for persons in the age group 60-79 years shall be ₹2,500/- per month.
The amount of assistance for persons aged 80 years & above shall be ₹3,000/-.

Note 01: The scheme also included the beneficiaries of the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS).

Note 02: Payment of allowance shall be made through Bank Account on a monthly basis.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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Passport-size photograph
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Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card
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Proof of age
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Local certificate/domicile certificate
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Category/community certificate, if applicable
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Bank account details/Copy of passbook
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Proof of income issued by the competent authority
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Any other document as required

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step 01: The application form shall be available free of cost at the Directorate of Social Welfare, Port Blair and the sub-divisional offices of Child Development Project Officers (CDPOs). Also, the application form can be downloaded from the official website.

Step 02: The completely filled application form along with all the relevant documents shall be submitted in the office of the concerned Child Development Project Officer.

Quick Info

Level: Central Government
Max benefit: ₹2.5K