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Old Age Pension

In 2010, the Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department of the West Bengal State Government introduced the "Old Age Pension" scheme.

Start date1 Jan 2010
Last verifiedToday

About This Scheme

In 2010, the West Bengal state government, through the Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department, launched a compassionate initiative called the "Old Age Pension" scheme. The West Bengal Disability Pension Scheme provides financial assistance to persons who are above 60 years and unable to work and earn a living.

Benefits

₹1.0K · monthly

Financial Assistance: An amount of ₹1,000/- per Month through DBT mode to the beneficiaries.

Eligibility

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

Required Documents

  • Copy of Aadhaar self-attested.
  • Copy of Ration Card.
  • Copy of Voter Id.
  • Copy of Disability Certificate.
  • Copy of Income Certificate.
  • Copy of Husband’s Death Certificate.
  • Copy of Bank Pass Book.
  • Nomination Form (In case of death).
  • Passport Size photograph.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹1.0K
Launched
1 Jan 2010