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Pension Scheme to Old Age Persons (Senior Citizen)-DNH&DD
The objective of this scheme is to provide financial support to eligible senior citizens to cater to their basic needs. The scheme benefits senior citizens aged 60 years and above, providing a monthly pension of ₹1,500/- for those aged 60–69 years and ₹2,000/- for those aged 70 years and above.
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About This Scheme
The scheme “Pension Scheme to Old Age Persons (Senior Citizen)” is implemented by the Social Welfare Department, UT of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. The scheme aims to support senior citizens in meeting their basic needs during old age. It is specifically targeted at domicile of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu who are 60 years and above, with an annual family income not exceeding ₹1.5 lakh per annum. Under this scheme, eligible individuals aged 60–69 years receive a monthly pension of ₹1,500/-, while those aged 70 years and above receive ₹2,000/- per month.
Benefits
Quantum & Nature of Assistance:
₹1.5K · monthly
1. Senior citizens aged 60–69 years: Monthly pension of ₹1,500/-.
₹2.0K · monthly
2. Senior citizens aged 70 years and above: Monthly pension of ₹2,000/-.
Note: The mode of fund transfer shall be Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Eligibility
Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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Required Documents
- ✦Proof of Age (In case of non-availability of age proof the beneficiary shall be referred to the Medical Board (Government Hospital) of the concerned district for verification of age.)
- ✦Income Certificate issued by the Competent Authority
- ✦Domicile Certificate issued by the Competent Authority
- ✦Copy of Bank Pass Book (Aadhaar linked)
- ✦Copy of Aadhaar Card
- ✦Election Card/Passport/Ration card (any one)
- ✦Passport size photographs (2 copies)
- ✦Undertaking/Affidavit (Not getting any pension from any other department) in the prescribed proforma at [Annexure II](http://daman.nic.in/jobs/2021/115-06-03-2021.pdf)
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
IIn-person
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹2.0K