Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme -Tamil Nadu
The 'Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme' was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. A pension of ₹1,000 is provided to destitute old age persons of 60 years and above belonging to households below the poverty line.
About This Scheme
Benefits
₹1.0K · monthly
Pension:
- ₹1,000/- per month.
Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali:
- One free dhoti to a male pensioner.
- One free saree to a female pensioner.
Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres:
- 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meal.
- 4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meal.
Eligibility
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Required Documents
- ✦Applicant Photo.
- ✦Aadhaar Card.
- ✦Proof of age.
- ✦Aadhaar Consent Form.
- ✦Smart Ration Card or Any Address Proof.
- ✦Self–declaration of Applicant.
- ✦Any Identity Proof (Voter ID Card, Passport, PAN Card, Driving License).
- ✦Bank Passbook.
- ✦BPL Card Number.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Step 1: The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.
Step 2: The applicant should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.
Step 3: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload copies of all the mandatory documents.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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).
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹1.0K