Social Security Pension Scheme

Description
The "Social Security Pension Scheme" was launched by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to Below Poverty Line BPL Persons with Disabilities PwDs and dwarf individuals to support them in living a respectful life.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a pension of ₹500/- per month.
• **Note:** The pension amount will be directly transferred to the applicant's bank account.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a native of Chhattisgarh.
2. The applicant should be either a person with a disability or a dwarf person.
3. Children with disabilities (CwDs) aged 6-17 years are eligible, the CwDs in the age group of 6-14 should be school-going.
4. Persons with disabilities who are 18 years or older and have a disability of 40% or above are eligible for the scheme.
5. The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits from any other central or state government pension scheme.
6. The applicant's name should be included in the list of families living the Below Poverty Line.
7. **Note:** Disabled children aged 6-14 years who are not attending school are not eligible.

Required Documents
• Passport-size photograph
• Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar card)
• Domicile certificate of Chhattisgarh
• Proof of age (e.g., Birth Certificate, Marksheet, Passport, or Driving License). If none of these documents are available, age must be certified by the Sarpanch in rural areas, or by the Mayor, Administrator, or Chairman of the Municipal Corporation, Municipality, or Nagar Panchayat in urban areas.
• Disability certificate
• For disabled children aged 6-14 years, a certificate regarding being a student by the principal/head teacher of the concerned school
• For dwarf applicants, a certificate from an authorized doctor
• Bank passbook or bank account details
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the benefits of the scheme?
A: Eligible beneficiaries receive a pension of [?]500 per month, which is directly transferred to their bank accounts.

Q: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A: Native residents of Chhattisgarh who are either persons with disabilities or dwarf individuals are eligible. Children with disabilities aged 6-17 years are eligible, with specific conditions for school attendance. Adults with disabilities aged 18 or older and with 40% or above disability are also eligible.

Q: Are disabled children aged 6-14 years who do not attend school eligible?
A: No, disabled children aged 6-14 years who are not attending school are not eligible for the scheme.

Q: Can individuals who already receive pensions from other schemes apply?
A: No, applicants should not be receiving pension benefits from any other central or state government pension scheme.

Q: How is the pension amount distributed to beneficiaries?
A: The pension amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

Q: Where can rural applicants obtain the application form?
A: Rural applicants can obtain the application form from the office of the Gram Panchayat.

Q: What is the process for applying in rural areas?
A: Collect the form from the Gram Panchayat, fill it out, submit it back to the Gram Panchayat, and receive an acknowledgment receipt.

Q: Where can urban applicants obtain the application form?
A: Urban applicants can obtain the application form from the office of the Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Nagar Panchayat, or Panchayat Raj institution.

Q: What is the process for applying in urban areas?
A: Collect the form from the concerned urban body, fill it out, and submit it to the respective office. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided.

Q: What should applicants do if a printed application form is not available?
A: If a printed form is not available, applicants may submit their application on plain paper.

Q: How long does it take for the Gram Panchayat to process the application?
A: The Gram Panchayat reviews and recommends the application and forwards it to the District Panchayat within 7 days.

Q: Can an applicant's application be rejected?
A: Yes, the concerned urban body or District Panchayat has the authority to approve or reject applications.