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Delhi Pension Scheme

Delhi Pension Scheme: Comprehensive Financial Assistance for Citizens

The Delhi Pension Scheme is a key welfare initiative by the Delhi Government, designed to provide financial support to eligible citizens. This scheme includes three sub-schemes tailored for specific beneficiaries:

  1. Delhi Old Age Pension Scheme
  2. Delhi Disability Pension Scheme
  3. Delhi Pension Scheme to Women in Distress

Under this scheme, the government provides a monthly pension of ₹2,500/- to eligible beneficiaries based on their category.

Scheme Highlights

Sub-Schemes and Eligible Beneficiaries

Delhi Old Age Pension Scheme

  • Eligibility:
    • Resident of Delhi for at least 5 years.
    • Aged 60 years or above.
    • Annual income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
  • Nodal Department: Department of Social Welfare, Delhi Government.

Delhi Disability Pension Scheme

  • Eligibility:
    • Resident of Delhi for at least 5 years.
    • Disability of 40% or more.
    • Aged below 60 years.
    • Annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
  • Nodal Department: Department of Social Welfare, Delhi Government.

Delhi Pension Scheme to Women in Distress

  • Eligibility:
    • Resident of Delhi for at least 5 years.
    • Aged 18 years or older.
    • Belongs to one of the following categories:
      • Widow
      • Separated
      • Divorced
      • Destitute
      • Abandoned
    • Annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000/-.
  • Nodal Department: Department of Women and Child Development, Delhi Government.

Documents Required

Common Documents

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income certificate or self-declaration
  • Passport-size photograph
  • Bank account details
  • Mobile number

Scheme-Specific Documents

  • Old Age Pension Scheme: Proof of age, residence proof, BPL Card (if applicable), caste certificate (if applicable).
  • Disability Pension Scheme: Disability certificate, age proof, and BPL card (if applicable).
  • Women in Distress Scheme: Husband’s death certificate (for widows), divorce decree (for divorcees), separation papers (for separated women).

How to Apply

Online Application Process

  1. Visit the Delhi E District Portal.
  2. Register using your Aadhaar Card.
  3. Log in and select the appropriate sub-scheme under “Apply for Services.”
  4. Complete the application form and upload required documents.
  5. Submit the form for processing.

The concerned department will verify the application, and upon approval, the pension amount will be credited to the beneficiary’s bank account monthly.

Offline Application Process

  1. Collect the application form from the relevant district office:
    • Old Age and Disability Schemes: District Social Welfare Office.
    • Women in Distress Scheme: District Women and Child Development Office.
  2. Complete the form and attach all required documents.
  3. Submit the form to the respective office.

The department will review the application, and eligible beneficiaries will receive the pension in their bank account.

Benefits Overview

Pension Scheme Monthly Pension Eligible Beneficiaries
Delhi Old Age Pension Scheme ₹2,500/- Senior citizens aged 60 or above.
Delhi Disability Pension Scheme ₹2,500/- Persons with 40% or more disability.
Delhi Pension Scheme to Women ₹2,500/- Women in distress (widows, divorced, etc.)

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Matching schemes for sector: Pension

Sno CM Scheme Govt
1 Delhi Old Age Pension Scheme Delhi
2 Delhi Disability Pension Scheme Delhi
3 Delhi Pension Scheme to Women in Distress Delhi

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