Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh
in Chhattisgarh
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Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh in Chhattisgarh
Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Chhattisgarh.
Apply for Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh in Chhattisgarh
Scheme Overview
Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to elderly people aged 60 years and above living Below the Poverty Line (BPL) to support them in living a respectful life.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a native of Chhattisgarh.
The applicant should be a senior citizen.
The applicant should be 60 years of age or older.
The applicant's name should be included in the list of families living Below Poverty Line.
The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits from any other Central or State Government pension scheme.
Benefits
Eligible beneficiaries under this scheme will receive monthly financial assistance as follows:
**Beneficiaries aged 60 to 79 years:** ₹500/- per month (Central contribution: ₹200/-, State contribution: ₹300/-). - **Beneficiaries aged 80 years or above:** ₹650/- per month (Central contribution: ₹500/-, State contribution: ₹150/-).
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar card of the applicant |
| 2 | Passport-size photograph |
| 3 | Identity proof |
| 4 | Domicile certificate of Chhattisgarh (Issued by a Gazetted Officer, Sarpanch or Councillor) |
| 5 | Proof of age (Doctor's certificate, Birth Certificate, Certificate issued by an Administrator, Sarpanch, or Mayor, school certificate, etc.) |
| 6 | Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/related documents |
| 7 | Address proof |
| 8 | Bank Passbook/Post Office Account Passbook |
| 9 | Any other documents as required |
Common questions in Chhattisgarh
Who can apply for Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh in Chhattisgarh?
Eligible residents of Chhattisgarh who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme- Chhattisgarh in Chhattisgarh?
Applicants in Chhattisgarh typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The applicant must be a native of Chhattisgarh, aged 60 years or older, listed as BPL, and not receiving pension benefits from any other Central or State Government scheme.