Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (Jammu and Kashmir)
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme is a social welfare program run by the Social Welfare Department of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Launched on 15th August 1995, it provides monthly financial assistance to elderly citizens living below the poverty line. The scheme aims to provide basic income support and financial security to senior citizens in difficult economic conditions.
What You Get
- Monthly pension of ₹1,000/- provided directly to eligible beneficiaries
- Regular financial assistance to support basic living expenses
- Pension deposited directly to bank account of beneficiary
Who Can Apply
- Age: 60–100 years
- Residence: Jammu and Kashmir residents only
- Must be a senior citizen (age criteria as per state guidelines)
- Must belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category
- Must be a resident of Jammu and Kashmir
- Income should be below the poverty line threshold set by the state
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Age Proof Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. BPL Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. 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
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 60–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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