Farmer Pension Scheme

Description
The scheme "Farmer Pension Scheme" has been launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial support to elderly farmers residing in the state of Uttarakhand. Under this scheme, a monthly pension is provided to farmers who are above 60 years of age, own up to 2 hectares of land, and cultivate their own land.

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Benefits
• A pension of ₹1,200/- per month is provided to eligible farmers.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The applicant must be a farmer actively engaged in cultivating their own land.
3. The applicant must be above 60 years of age.
4. The applicant must own and cultivate up to 2 hectares of agricultural land.
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Required Documents
• Applicant’s mobile number
• Passport-size photograph (certified by Gram Pradhan / V.P.D.O. / Councillor)
• Aadhaar card
• Voter ID card
• CBS bank account linked/seeded with Aadhaar card
• An attested copy of the Khatauni (land records)
• Permanent Residence Certificate
• A ₹10/- stamp paper affidavit declaring that the applicant cultivates their own land and owns up to 2 hectares of land, or less than 2 hectares, along with the relevant land documents
• Copy of family register (only for rural areas)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the monthly pension amount under the scheme?
A: Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹1200 per month as a pension.
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Q: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A: Farmers who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand, aged above 60 years, own up to 2 hectares of land, and personally cultivate it are eligible.
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Q: Is there any income limit for this scheme?
A: No, there is no income limit or requirement for an income certificate under this scheme.
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Q: What type of land ownership is acceptable?
A: The applicant must own up to 2 hectares of agricultural land and actively cultivate it.
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Q: Who issues the land ownership certificate?
A: The land ownership certificate is issued by the Revenue Officer or Assistant Agriculture Officer in the prescribed format.
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Q: How can I apply for the scheme online?
A: Applicant can apply through:

- Department’s Pension Portal
- UMANG Mobile App
- Apuni Sarkar Portal

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Q: Can I apply offline for the scheme?
A: Applicant can also visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) with all necessary documents to apply.
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