Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (Maharashtra)

Description
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 ₹600/- per month.

Benefits
• A monthly pension of ₹600/-.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra.
2. The applicant should be a person with a disability.
3. The percentage of the disability should be 80% or more.
4. The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 65 years.
5. The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any other social security scheme.

Application Process
Step 1: 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.
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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: 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 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the concerned authority.
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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: 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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NOTE: Ensure that the application is submitted within the prescribed period, if any.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size Photograph
• Identity Proof i.e. Voter ID Card, Driving License
• Disability Certificate
• Proof of Age
• Caste Certificate, if Applicable
• Address Proof
• Bank Passbook/Bank Account Details
• Any Other Documents as Required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What level of disability is required to qualify?
A: The applicant must have a disability of 80% or more.

Q: What is the age limit for eligibility?
A: The applicant must be between 18 and 65 years old.

Q: Where can I apply for the scheme?
A: You can apply at the Collector Office, Tahsildar, or Talathi.

Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: You need to submit a passport-sized photograph, disability certificate, proof of age, and proof of residence.

Q: How much pension will I receive under this scheme?
A: Eligible applicants receive [?]200 per month under the Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme and [?]400 per month under the Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana.

Q: What is the age limit for this scheme?
A: The applicant must be between 18 and 65 years old.

Q: Is residency in Maharashtra required?
A: Yes, the applicant must be a resident of Maharashtra.

Q: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A: The applicant must be a person with 80% or more disability, aged between 18 and 65 years.

Q: Do I qualify if my disability is below 80%?
A: No, the scheme requires a minimum of 80% disability to be eligible.