Madhya Pradesh Social Security Old Age Pension Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

The Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) is a social security pension scheme that provides monthly financial assistance to elderly citizens living below the poverty line in Madhya Pradesh. Under this scheme, eligible senior citizens aged 60 years or above receive ₹600 per month directly in their bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The pension amount includes both the Central Government contribution under IGNOAPS and the additional contribution provided by the Madhya Pradesh Government.

This scheme is managed by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment and implemented through the Social Security Pension System of Madhya Pradesh. It helps senior citizens manage daily expenses and provides financial support for a more secure and dignified life in old age..

People looking for other welfare pension schemes in Madhya Pradesh can also check the Madhya Pradesh Nishakt Pension Yojana and Madhya Pradesh Mukhyamantri Kalyani Pension Scheme, which provide financial assistance to eligible beneficiaries for better social security and livelihood support.

Scheme Benefits

• ₹600 per month as pension
• Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to beneficiary's bank account
• Financial support for elderly citizens belonging to BPL families
• Regular monthly pension for basic living expenses
• Helps senior citizens become financially secure and less dependent on others

Eligibility Requirements

• The applicant must be resident of Madhya Pradesh
• The applicant must have attained the age of 60 years or more (applicable to both men and women)
• The applicant should be a member of a household falling under the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category as defined by the Government of India

Required Documents

• Three passport-size photographs
• BPL card
• Age proof certificate
• 9-digit Samagra ID
• Bank passbook copy
• Mobile number linked with Samagra ID (for online application)

Steps to Apply

Online:

• Visit the Social Security Pension Portal and go to "Online Application for Pension Schemes" under Services.
• Select your District and Local Body, enter the 9-digit Samagra ID, fill captcha, and click Apply for Pension.
• Verify using OTP (enter mobile number, generate OTP, enter OTP, and validate).
• Check applicant details, then fill bank details (bank type, bank name, district, branch, account number)
• Select Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (₹600).
• Upload photo (30–60 KB) and bank passbook, enter mobile number, and accept declaration.
• Click Submit Application. The application will be sent for verification, and the concerned authority will contact or verify documents.

Offline

• The applicant must apply in the prescribed format along with required documents at the office of the designated officer, Gram Panchayat, or Public Service Center.
• After submission, the applicant will receive an acknowledgment from the concerned office.
• The submitted application and documents will be scrutinized by the District Panchayat / Gram Panchayat / Urban Body / Ward Office.
• If the documents are found incorrect during verification, the application will be rejected with written reasons, and the rejection order will be recorded.
• If the documents are found correct, the pension case will be approved as per rules.
• After approval, the beneficiary's name will be added to the pension list for that month, and the approval order will be recorded.
• The pension amount will be credited monthly to the beneficiary's bank savings account through the Directorate.

Relevant Links

• Official Website of The Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme
• Details about the Indira Gandhi National Vridhavastha Pension Scheme on the Portal
• Application form of Indra Gandhi National Vridhavastha Pdf
• MadhyaPradesh official Pension Page

Contact Information

• Department Name: Department of Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
• Address: Journalist Colony, Link Road No. 3, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh – 462016
• Email: [email protected]