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Social Security Pension Scheme

Under this scheme, a monthly pension of ₹500/- is provided to Below Poverty Line (BPL) Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and dwarf individuals to support them in living a respectful life.

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About This Scheme

The "Social Security Pension Scheme" was launched by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to Below Poverty Line (BPL) Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and dwarf individuals to support them in living a respectful life.

Benefits

₹500 · monthly

Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a pension of ₹500/- per month.

Note: The pension amount will be directly transferred to the applicant's bank account.

Eligibility

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

Required Documents

  • Passport-size photograph
  • Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar card)
  • Domicile certificate of Chhattisgarh
  • Proof of age (e.g., Birth Certificate, Marksheet, Passport, or Driving License). If none of these documents are available, age must be certified by the Sarpanch in rural areas, or by the Mayor, Administrator, or Chairman of the Municipal Corporation, Municipality, or Nagar Panchayat in urban areas.
  • Disability certificate
  • For disabled children aged 6-14 years, a certificate regarding being a student by the principal/head teacher of the concerned school
  • For dwarf applicants, a certificate from an authorized doctor
  • Bank passbook or bank account details
  • Any other documents as required
  • Note: If the applicant does not have a bank account, the applicant will have to open his own savings account in the bank immediately after the acceptance of pension.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person
OOnline
GGovernment Portal

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Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹500