60% and above Disability Allowances

Description
"60% and Disability Allowance" is a pension scheme by the Directorate of Social Welfare and Social Education, Government of Tripura. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance in the form of a monthly pension of ₹2,000/- to differently-abled persons with a disability of 60% and above. The applicant should be submitted in person to the Child Development Project Officer.

Benefits
• Pension of ₹2,000/- per month.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Tripura.
2. The applicant should be a Person with Disability.
3. The percentage of disability should be 60% and above.
4. The applicant's age should be 10 years and above.
5. The family income of the applicant should be ₹1,00,000/- per annum.
6. None of the family members of the applicant should be a government employee.

Application Process
Step 1: The applications would be invited from the eligible candidates by giving wide publicity through print media and electronic media.
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The applications would be invited from the eligible candidates by giving wide publicity through print media and electronic media.

Step 2: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) of the concerned area and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusivel…
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The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 3: 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).
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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 4: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the CDPO.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the CDPO.

Step 5: 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 (i…
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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).

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card.
• Income Certificate, issued by the local DCM/SDM (not applicable for BPL Family).
• Passport-size Photograph.
• Bank Passbook.
• Ration Card.
• Address Proof.
• Age Proof.
• Voter ID.
• Permanent Resident of Tripura Certificate (PRTC).
• Medical Certificate

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the scheme limited to Tripura residents only?
A: Yes, applicants must be permanent residents of Tripura to qualify for the pension scheme.

Q: Are government employees eligible for this pension scheme?
A: No, individuals with family members who are government employees are not eligible.

Q: What is the income criterion for eligibility?
A: The family income of the applicant should not exceed [?]1,00,000 per annum.

Q: Is there a specific office to submit the application?
A: Applicants can submit the form to the Office of the Child Development Project Officer during office hours.

Q: What steps should an applicant follow to obtain the application form?
A: Applicants should visit the CDPO's office during office hours or download the form, then fill in the mandatory details.

Q: Can applicants submit applications through electronic means?
A: No, applications must be submitted in person to the Child Development Project Officer.

Q: Is there any unique identification number assigned to the submitted application?
A: A unique identification number may be provided on the receipt, acknowledging the submission of the application.

Q: What is the purpose of the Medical Certificate in the application process?
A: The Medical Certificate serves as proof of the applicant's disability type and disability percentage.

Q: Can applicants choose to submit a digital copy of the application form?
A: No, the application must be submitted as a hard copy in person to the Child Development Project Officer.

Q: Is there a specific time frame for submitting applications?
A: Applicants can submit their applications during office hours at the CDPO's office.

Q: Can a non-resident of Tripura apply for the pension scheme?
A: No, the scheme is exclusively for permanent residents of Tripura.

Q: Are there any age restrictions for applicants?
A: Applicants must be 10 years and above to be eligible for the pension scheme.