Jharkhand Swami Vivekananda Nishakt Swavalamban Protsahan Yojana

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Jharkhand Swami Vivekananda Nishakt Swavalamban Protsahan Yojana is a social security pension scheme of the Government of Jharkhand designed to provide monthly financial assistance to eligible persons with disabilities. Implemented by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security under the Sarvajan Pension Yojana, the scheme aims to offer regular financial support so that beneficiaries can manage their essential expenses with greater confidence.

Under the scheme, eligible applicants receive a monthly pension of ₹1,000, which is credited directly to their Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The Government has adopted a transparent process for application, verification, approval, and pension disbursement to ensure that the financial assistance reaches deserving beneficiaries efficiently.

Eligible residents of Jharkhand who fulfil the prescribed disability and other eligibility conditions can apply for the scheme through the prescribed offline application process. After the application and supporting documents are verified by the concerned authorities, eligible applicants are approved by the competent authority, and the monthly pension is credited directly to their Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.

Along with providing regular financial assistance, the scheme strengthens the State's social security system by ensuring that pension benefits are delivered through a transparent and accountable process. Annual verification of beneficiaries, Aadhaar-based payments, and proper scrutiny of applications help ensure that the assistance reaches only eligible persons with disabilities in a timely manner.

The Government of Jharkhand also operates several other pension and social security schemes for different categories of citizens. Depending on their eligibility, applicants may also explore the Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Rajya Vridhavastha Pension Yojana for senior citizens, the Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Rajya Nirashrit Mahila Samman Pension Yojana for eligible destitute women, and the Rajya Vidhwa Punarvivah Protsahan Yojana, which provides financial support to encourage widow remarriage. If you wish to learn more about these schemes, you can also read our detailed guides on them.

Scheme Benefits

• A monthly pension of ₹1,000 is provided to every eligible beneficiary.
• The pension amount is credited directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
• The pension continues as long as the beneficiary remains eligible under the scheme guidelines.

Eligibility Requirements

• The applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
• The applicant must be 5 years of age or above at the time of applying.
• The applicant must be a person with disability covered under the provisions of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016.
• The applicant should fall under any of the recognised categories, such as:
  • Person with Disability (PwD).
  • Person with Benchmark Disability.
  • Person with Disability having High Support Needs.
  • Any other specified disability recognised under the RPwD Act, 2016.
• The applicant must possess an Aadhaar Number.
• If Aadhaar has not yet been issued, a self-declaration may be accepted as per the applicable guidelines until Aadhaar is obtained.
• Applicants who are 18 years of age or above must possess a valid Voter ID Card.
• The applicant or his/her spouse must not be a permanent employee, retired employee, or pensioner of the Central Government, State Government, or any Central/State Public Sector Undertaking (PSU).
• The applicant or the applicant's spouse must not be an income tax payer.
• The applicant must have an active Aadhaar-linked bank account to receive the pension through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
• The applicant must not already be receiving any other social security pension being provided by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand.
• The information furnished in the application form must be correct and supported by the prescribed documents.
• The applicant must fulfil all other conditions notified by the Government under the Jharkhand Social Security Pension Guidelines.

Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card.
• Voter ID Card (mandatory for applicants aged 18 years or above).
• Disability Certificate issued by the competent medical authority.
• Residence Certificate (if required during verification).
• Bank Passbook showing the Aadhaar-linked bank account details.
• Recent Passport-size Photograph.
• Aadhaar-linked Mobile Number.
• Birth Certificate or any valid Age Proof (especially for applicants below 18 years of age).
• Self-Declaration regarding eligibility in the prescribed format.
• Any additional document requested by the competent authority during verification.

Steps to Apply

The application process under the Jharkhand Swami Vivekananda Nishakt Swavalamban Protsahan Yojana is carried out offline. Applicants are required to submit the prescribed application form along with the necessary documents to the designated government office.

• Step 1: Obtain the Application Form
  • Visit the concerned government office and collect the prescribed application form.
  • Applicants living in rural areas should approach the Block Development Officer (BDO) Office.
  • Applicants residing in urban areas should visit the Circle Officer (CO)/Anchal Adhikari Office.
  • The application form can be obtained free of cost from the concerned office.
• Step 2: Fill in the Application Form
  • Carefully complete the application form by entering all the required information.
  • Applicants should ensure that all information is accurate to avoid delays during verification.
• Step 3: Attach the Required Documents
  • Attach self-attested copies of all the prescribed documents along with the completed application form.
  • Incomplete applications or missing documents may delay the processing of the application.
• Step 4: Submit the Application
  • Submit the completed application form along with all supporting documents to the designated office.
  • Rural applicants: Block Development Officer (BDO) Office.
  • Urban applicants: Circle Officer (CO)/Anchal Adhikari Office.
  • After receiving the application, the concerned office uploads the applicant's details to the NSAP-PPS Portal for further processing.
• Step 5: Verification of the Application
  • Once the application is submitted, the concerned officials verify the information provided by the applicant.
  • During verification, the authorities may:
  • Verify the applicant's disability status.
  • Confirm residence and other eligibility conditions.
  • Verify the supporting documents submitted with the application.
  • If any information is incomplete or clarification is required, the applicant may be contacted by the concerned office.
• Step 6: Approval of the Application
  • After successful verification, the competent authority examines the application.
  • Eligible applications are approved through the NSAP-PPS Portal by the concerned Block Development Officer (for rural areas) or Circle Officer (for urban areas) in accordance with the prescribed government guidelines.
• Step 7: Beneficiary Intimation
  • Once the application is approved, the applicant is informed through the prescribed communication process.
  • The names of approved beneficiaries are generally displayed at the concerned Gram Panchayat Office or Urban Ward Office for public information and transparency.
• Step 8: Receipt of Pension
  • After approval, the beneficiary starts receiving a monthly pension of ₹1,000.
  • The pension amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
  • Pension payments are generally credited by the 5th day of every month, and an SMS notification is usually sent to the registered mobile number once the amount is successfully credited.

Note: Beneficiaries may be required to undergo annual verification by submitting a Life Certificate (Jeevan Pramaan Patra) or through any other verification process prescribed by the Government.

Appeal Process

If an applicant believes that their application has been wrongly rejected or any grievance remains unresolved, they may submit an appeal before the competent authority.

The appeal process generally follows these stages:

• First Appeal: The applicant may file an appeal before the Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) against the decision of the Block Development Officer (BDO) or Circle Officer (CO).
• Second Appeal: If the applicant is not satisfied with the decision of the first appeal, a second appeal may be submitted before the Deputy Development Commissioner (DDC) of the concerned district.

As per the prescribed guidelines, appeals should ordinarily be disposed of within 30 days from the date of their receipt.

Relevant Links

• Official Website of the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security
• Guidelines of Jharkhand Swami Vivekananda Nishakt Swavalamban Protsahan Yojana
• Application form of Jharkhand Swami Vivekananda Nishakt Swavalamban Protsahan Yojana

Contact Information

Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand

• Contact Numbers: 2400757, 2223544
• Email: [email protected]
• Office Address: Project Bhawan, Dhurwa, Ranchi – 834004