Toposili Bandhu (Old Age Pension) Scheme
in West Bengal
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Key dates and updates (West Bengal)
Nationwide and West Bengal-specific milestones. Verify on the official portal before you apply.
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Toposili Bandhu (Old Age Pension) Scheme in West Bengal
Toposili Bandhu (Old Age Pension) Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of West Bengal.
Apply for Toposili Bandhu (Old Age Pension) Scheme in West Bengal
Scheme Overview
"Toposili Bandhu" (Old Age Pension) scheme was initiated by the Backward Classes Welfare Department and Tribal Development Department of West Bengal Government.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC) category.
The applicant should have attained the age of 60 years or more.
The applicant should not be a beneficiary under any other Social Security pension scheme.
The applicant should not be a recipient of Government pension or pension from any other organization.
Benefits
Pension : ₹1,000/- per month.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Passport Size Photograph. |
| 2 | Formal Caste or Tribe Certificate: If unavailable, a Caste/Tribe certificate of any paternal relative is acceptable for the initial assessment. However, the applicant must procure their caste certificate later and submit the same subsequently. |
| 3 | Digital Ration Card. |
| 4 | EPIC (Elector's Photo Identity Card)/Voter Card. |
| 5 | Self-Attested Residential Certificate/Address Proof. |
| 6 | Copy of Bank Passbook. |
| 7 | Aadhaar Card. |
How to Apply in West Bengal
The interested applicant should request the prescribed format of the application form free of cost from the office of Block Development Officer (BDO) / Sub Divisional Officer (SDO) / Kolkata Municipal Corporation. In the application form, fill in …
Offline The interested applicant should request the prescribed format of the application form free of cost from the office of Block Development Officer (BDO) / Sub Divisional Officer (SDO) / Kolkata Municipal Corporation. 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). Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority at:
Common questions in West Bengal
Who can apply for Toposili Bandhu (Old Age Pension) Scheme in West Bengal?
Eligible residents of West Bengal who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Toposili Bandhu (Old Age Pension) Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Toposili Bandhu (Old Age Pension) Scheme in West Bengal?
Applicants in West Bengal typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Toposili Bandhu (Old Age Pension) Scheme?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 1 April 2020 through 1 April 2020, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
Toposili Bandhu is a monthly pension scheme for individuals aged 60 and above for the Scheduled Caste (SC) community, not receiving any other pension.