Bihar State Disability Pension Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Bihar State Disability Pension Scheme is an important social security scheme for persons with disabilities in the state, operated by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Bihar. It is a state government scheme specifically designed for persons with disabilities who are unable to receive benefits under the central Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS). The central scheme has strict conditions, including a disability level of 80% or more and belonging to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family. In contrast, the state scheme covers persons who do not meet these conditions. Similarly, the Bihar Mukhyamantri Vridhjan Pension Scheme is also operated by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Bihar, under which eligible senior citizens are provided a monthly pension as social security.

One of the biggest features of this scheme is its liberal eligibility criteria. Having a valid disability certificate or UDID card showing at least 40% disability is sufficient. There is no minimum or maximum age limit, and there is also no upper limit on annual income. The only condition is that the applicant must be a resident of Bihar or must have been residing in the state for at least 10 years before the date of application. In addition, the applicant must not already be receiving benefits under any other government social security pension scheme.

The Government of Bihar increased the pension amount under the State Disability Pension Scheme to ₹1,100 per month from June 2025. The amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The application process under the scheme is simple and time-bound. The applicant has to submit the application at the RTPS counter of the concerned Block office. Under Bihar's Right to Public Service (RTPS) provisions, this service is required to be disposed of within 21 working days. After approval, the beneficiary's record is entered on the SSPMIS portal, where the status can be monitored. Payment-related information is available on the e-Labharthi portal. There is no declared last date for the scheme, so eligible persons can apply at any time during the year.

In short, the Bihar State Disability Pension Scheme serves as an important social security support for persons with disabilities who remain outside the coverage of the central scheme. Regular monthly pension, simple eligibility conditions, and a transparent DBT payment system make it one of the state's important welfare schemes.

Latest Update

The Bihar Government has transferred the ₹1,100 monthly State Disability pension to eligible beneficiaries through DBT on 10 September 2026. The government has scheduled the pension transfer for the 10th of every month to ensure timely financial assistance to beneficiaries.

Scheme Benefits

The benefits provided to beneficiaries under the Bihar State Disability Pension Scheme are as follows:

• Eligible persons with disabilities are provided a pension of ₹1,100 per month (applicable from June 2025).
• The pension amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT.
• Since there is no income limit, persons with disabilities belonging to families above the poverty line can also receive benefits.
• Since there is no age restriction, eligible persons with disabilities ranging from children to senior citizens can benefit from the scheme.
• The payment process is transparent and eliminates the role of intermediaries.

Eligibility Requirements

The following citizens are eligible for the Bihar State Disability Pension Scheme:

• The applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar.
• There is no minimum or maximum age limit.
• There is no upper limit on annual income.
• The applicant may belong to any of the following categories of disability:
  • Blindness
  • Low vision
  • Leprosy cured
  • Hearing impairment
  • Locomotor disability / orthopaedic disability
  • Intellectual disability
  • Mental illness
  • Multiple disabilities / cerebral palsy
  • Autism
• The applicant must have a disability certificate showing at least 40% disability.
• The applicant must be a resident of Bihar or must have been residing in the state for at least 10 years before the date of submission of the application.
• The applicant must not be receiving a pension under the National Disability Pension Scheme or any other scheme.

Required Documents

The applicant generally needs to have the following documents at the time of application:

• Aadhaar Card
• Permanent Residence Certificate
• Bank account details
• Disability certificate
• Applicant's photograph
• Mobile number
• Passport-size photograph

Application Process

• It is necessary to apply to receive benefits under the Bihar State Disability Pension Scheme.
• Applications under the scheme can be submitted through both online and offline modes.
• Online applications can be submitted through the Social Welfare Department's website.
• Offline applications can be submitted at the nearest RTPS counter.

Online Application Process

• Visit the Social Welfare Department's Disability Portal.
• From the application section on the homepage, select the application link.
• After selection, a new page will display some questions related to eligibility. 
  
• Select the answers to the questions from the given list and submit them.
• After submission, an online application link will be displayed on the screen.
  
• BPL card holders can choose either the national or state scheme.
  
• After selection, log in to the portal and fill out the scheme application form.
• Upload all the required documents in the specified size and format.
• The department will verify the authenticity of all applications received.
• Applicants found eligible after verification will be provided with the benefits of the scheme.

Offline Application Process

• Offline applications for the scheme must be submitted in the prescribed format at the RTPS counter of the Block office.
• Approval of the Bihar Disability Pension Scheme is provided by the Block Development Officer (BDO).
• After submission, the application form will be verified by the concerned officer.
• Once the application is approved, the pension amount will be regularly transferred every month to the applicant's bank account.

Checking Beneficiary Status on SSPMIS

• First, open the SSPMIS portal and go to the "Search Beneficiary Status" page.
• Select your district and block.
• Enter the required number according to one of the available search options, enter the captcha, and click submit.
• The beneficiary status will then be displayed on the screen.

How to Check Payment Status?

• Open the Social Welfare Department's e-Labharthi portal.
• Select the "Check Your Payment Status" option.
• Enter the required information and submit it to check the month for which the pension has been credited to the account.
• If the pension is not reflected in the account, first check the status of the bank account and Aadhaar seeding, and then contact the Block office.

Relevant Links

• Bihar State Disability Pension Scheme Offline Application Form
• Social Welfare Department, Bihar
• Bihar State Disability Pension Scheme Application Form

Contact Information

• Social Welfare Department, Bihar Helpline Numbers:
  • 0612-2211718
  • 0612-221580
  • 0612-221557
  • 0612-2217244
• Social Welfare Department, Bihar Helpdesk Emails:
  • [email protected]
  • serviceonline.bihar.gov.in
  • [email protected]
  • [email protected]