Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Meant for | Divyang (PwD) |
| Level | State, Maharashtra |
| Field | Social welfare & Empowerment |
| How to apply | Offline |
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Overview
The "Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (Maharashtra)" is implemented by the Social Justice & Special Assistance Dept., Govt. of Maharashtra. The differently-abled individuals aged 18 to 65 years with a disability of 80% and above are eligible to receive a pension of Rs. 600/- per month.
The "Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (Maharashtra)" is implemented by the Social Justice & Special Assistance Department, Government of Maharashtra. Under this scheme, differently-abled individuals aged 18 to 65 years with a disability of 80% and above are eligible to receive a pension of Rs. 600/- per month.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
A monthly pension of Rs. 600/-.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 65 years
- Also for
- Persons with disabilities
- State
- Maharashtra
- The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra.
- The applicant should be a person with a disability.
- The percentage of the disability should be 80% or more.
- The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 65 years.
- The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any other social security scheme.
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Application steps
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Collector Office/Tahsildar/Talathi of your district, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.
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).
NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.
Questions and answers
What level of disability is required to qualify?
The applicant must have a disability of 80% or more.
What is the age limit for eligibility?
The applicant must be between 18 and 65 years old.
Where can I apply for the scheme?
You can apply at the Collector Office, Tahsildar, or Talathi.
What documents are required for the application?
You need to submit a passport-sized photograph, disability certificate, proof of age, and proof of residence.
How much pension will I receive under this scheme?
Eligible applicants receive Rs. 200 per month under the Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme and Rs. 400 per month under the Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana.
What is the age limit for this scheme?
The applicant must be between 18 and 65 years old.
Is residency in Maharashtra required?
Yes, the applicant must be a resident of Maharashtra.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
The applicant must be a person with 80% or more disability, aged between 18 and 65 years.
Do I qualify if my disability is below 80%?
No, the scheme requires a minimum of 80% disability to be eligible.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Apply on sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in
Documents from the provider
- Scheme Details pune.gov.in
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