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Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir)

Launched on 15th August 1995, the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme is a pension scheme by the Social Welfare Department, Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The scheme provides monthly financial assistance of ₹1,000/- to Below Poverty Line (BPL) individuals.

Start date15 Aug 1995
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About This Scheme

Launched on 15th August 1995, the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme is a pension scheme by the Social Welfare Department, Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The scheme provides financial assistance to Below Poverty Line (BPL) households. Individuals aged 60 to 79 years are eligible to receive a monthly pension of ₹1,000/- as part of the old-age pension support.

Benefits

₹1.0K · monthly

Amount of Pension: ₹1000/- per month.

Mode of Disbursement: The amount is disbursed directly to the beneficiary through bank transfers or money orders.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
  • The applicant should be a Jammu and Kashmir.

  • The applicant should be 60 years of age or older.

  • The applicant should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.

Required Documents

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Passport-size Photograph
  • Identity Proof i.e. Voter ID Card or Driving License
  • Proof of Age
  • Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/ Ration Card
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Address Proof
  • Bank Passbook/Bank Account Details
  • Any other documents as required

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step 1: The applicant should visit the Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO) in the concerned area. during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the concerned authority.

Step 2: Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form. Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all necessary documents (self-attested, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO).

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Post Application Processes

Step 1: The TSWO verifies the submitted forms and forwards them to the District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) for review.

Step 2: The District Level Committee reviews the application and sanctions the pension.

NOTE 1: Upon submission of the completed application form and the necessary documents, make sure to take a photocopy of the filled application form and the acknowledgement receipt for your future reference.

NOTE 2: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹1.0K
Launched
15 Aug 1995

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