Dependent Children Pension Scheme - Punjab
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Dependent Children Pension Scheme is a social welfare program run by the Punjab State Government to provide financial support to children who have lost one or both parents. This scheme aims to ensure that dependent children receive regular pension assistance to help meet their basic needs and continue their education. The scheme targets vulnerable children in Punjab whose families lack sufficient income to support them.
What You Get
- Regular monthly pension to dependent children
- Financial assistance to help cover basic living expenses
- Support for educational needs and development
- Social security coverage for orphaned or semi-orphaned children
Who Can Apply
- Age: 0–21 years
- Residence: Punjab residents only
- Child must be a resident of Punjab
- Child must be dependent (orphaned or semi-orphaned)
- Family income must be below the prescribed limit
- Age limit as per scheme guidelines (typically up to 18-25 years)
- Child should not be receiving similar benefits from other schemes
Documents Needed
0/7 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Birth Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Death Certificate (of parent)
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. School Enrollment Certificate
- 7. Residence Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Punjab
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 0–21 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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