Under the Punjab Government’s Disability Pension Scheme, Handicapped people with 50% or more disability will receive monthly financial support as a pension of Rs. 1,500/- per month.
Read the complete article to know the details of the scheme.
Punjab Disability Pension Scheme Highlights | |
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| Scheme Name | Punjab Disability Pension Scheme. |
| Date of Launch | Not Known. |
| Benefits Provided | Monthly Disability Pension of Rs. 1,500/-. |
| Eligible Beneficiaries | Disabled (Handicapped) People of Punjab. |
| Responsible Department | Social Security and Women & Child Development Department |
| How to Apply |
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| Free Scheme Updates | WhatsApp | Telegram |
Introduction of Punjab Disability Pension Scheme: A Brief Insight
- Physically Handicapped People faced lots of difficulties in their lives, and the major problem they faced is financially.
- Due to their physical appearance, they are not capable of doing any kind of work and earning a living for themselves.
- Seeing all these hardships, the Punjab Government started the “Disability Pension Scheme” in the State.
- Punjab Government’s main objective behind starting this scheme is to provide financial support to disabled people and make them self-reliant financially.
- This scheme is implemented by Social Security and Women & Child Development Department of the Government of Punjab.
- Monthly financial assistance as a pension will be provided to all eligible disabled people in the state.
- Each Disabled Beneficiary will get Rs. 1,500/- per month pension from the Government under Disability Pension Scheme, more fully known as the Punjab Handicapped Pension Scheme.
- Earlier, the pension amount was very low then the government increased it to Rs. 1,500/- per month along with the amount of the Ashirwad (Shagun) Scheme.
- The annual family income limit is Rs. 60,000/- per year. If any applicant has a yearly income of more than that amount, then they are not eligible to apply monthly disability pension under this scheme.
- Persons having disability percentage of 50% or more are only eligible to apply for a monthly pension under the Handicapped Pension Scheme of Punjab.
- Both Online and Offline Application Form Submission facilities are available to apply for Disability Pension Yojana of the Punjab Government.
- Punjab Disability Pension Scheme Online Application Form is available on the Digital Punjab Portal.
- Offline Application Form of Punjab Disability Pension Scheme is available in the SDM, CDPO, DSSO, Angranwadi Centre, Panchayat Office, Sewa Kendra, or BDPO Office.
- If any disabled applicant’s age is 58 years or more in case of women and 65 years or more in case of men, then they have to apply under the “Punjab Old Age Pension Scheme”.
- Disabled applicants can contact their area’s District Social Security Officer (DSSO)
or Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) in case any assistance or help is required regarding the Punjab Disability Pension Scheme.
Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries
- Disabled (Handicapped) Beneficiary of Punjab who has 50% or more disability will get the following benefits from the Government under the Punjab Disability Pension Scheme :-
- Per month pension will be provided to the Applicant for financial support.
- Beneficiary will get Rs. 1,500/- per Month Pension directly into their Aadhaar-linked bank Account.
Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled
- Punjab Government will provide per-month pension of Rs. 1,500/- under its Disability Pension Scheme to those applicants who meet the following eligibility conditions of the scheme :-
- Permanent Resident Disabled (Handicapped) People of Punjab are Eligible to Apply.
- Disability Percentage should be 50% or More.
- Annual Family Income of the Beneficiary Disabled Person should be less than Rs. 60,000/- per year.
- Applicant Disabled Person should have less than 200 Square meters in an Urban Area.
- Disabled Person having owned any one area of the following mentioned land are also eligible to apply for per month disabled pension :-
- Maximum 2.5 acres of Nehri/ Chahi Land, OR
- Maximum 5 acres of land in the Waterlogged Area, OR
- Maximum 5 acres of Barani Land.
Documents Required to be Attached
- Disability Applicants will have to attach and upload the below-mentioned documents at the time of applying for monthly pension under the Punjab Government’s Disability Pension Scheme :-
- Domicile or Permanent Resident Proof of Punjab.
- Document related to Disability (any one) :-
- Certificate of Disability from Civil Surgeon.
- UDID Card.
- Any One Age Proof :-
- Voter Identity Card.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Birth Certificate.
- Class 10th Certificate.
- Passport.
- Bank Account Number and IFSC Code.
- Recent Color Photograph.
- Self-Declaration Form.
- Guardian/ Parents Proof of Residence (any one) :-
- Aadhaar Card.
- Passport.
- Voter Identity Card.
- Driving License.
How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme
- Physically Handicapped (Disabled) Persons can apply for Rs. 1,500/- per month pension under the Punjab Government’s Disability Pension Scheme through the following ways :-
Online Application Procedure
- Eligible Disabled People of the State of Punjab can apply Rs. 1,500/- per month pension through the Online Application Form.
- Punjab Disability Pension Scheme Online Application Form is available on the Digital Punjab Portal.
- The beneficiary will have to visit the Portal and click on Apply Services or Register Now.
- The following details will be filled in the Registration Form of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab :-
- Login with your Mobile Number and the Password you have chosen.
- Select the Disability Pension Scheme and fill in the personal details, contact details, and bank account details.
- The beneficiary will have to upload all the needed documents on the portal.
- Click on the Submit Button to submit the application form.
- Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) and the District Social Security Officer (DSSO) of the respective district will verify the received Punjab Disability Pension Scheme Online Application Form and Documents.
- A list of eligible disabled persons will be forwarded to the respective department for final approval.
- Rs. 1,500/- per month Disabled Pension will be directly disbursed in the bank account of the beneficiary.
- A beneficiary can also check the Application Status of Punjab Disability Pension Scheme through the Application ID.
Offline Application Procedure
- Eligible Disabled Persons can apply for the Punjab Government’s Disability Pension Scheme through the Offline Application Form.
- Punjab Disability Pension Scheme Offline Application Form is available free of cost from the following government offices :-
- District Social Security Officer (DSSO) Office.
- District Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) Office
- Anganwadi Centre.
- BDPO or Panchayat Office.
- Sub Divisional Magistrate’s Office (SDM).
- Sewa Kendra’s.
- Collect the Application form from and fill it out correctly.
- Required documents will have to be attached to the application form.
- Punjab Disability Pension Scheme Application Form with all documents will be submitted in the same government office.
- Child Development Project Officer or the District Social Security Officer will verify the received application forms and documents.
- Eligible Pensioners list will be forwarded to the department for sanction of the pension amount.
- Rs. 1,500/- per month disability pension will then be directly provided in the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the disabled beneficiary.
Important Forms
- Offline Application Form of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab.
- Self Declaration Form of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab.
Important Links Available
- Online Application Form of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab.
- Registration Form of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab.
- Login of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab.
- Application Status of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab.
- Beneficiary Search of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab.
- Guidelines of Disability Pension Scheme Punjab.
- Search Sewa Kendra in Punjab.
- Official Digital Punjab Portal.
- Official Website Punjab Social Security and Women & Child Development Department.
Contact Details in Case of Help Needed
- Helpline Number of Punjab Social Security and Women & Child Development Department :-
- 0172 2608746.
- 0172 2749314.
- 0172 2602726.
- Helpline Email of Punjab Social Security and Women & Child Development Department :-
- dsswcd@punjab.gov.in.
- jointdirector_ss@yahoo.com.
- Address of Social Security and Women & Child Development Department Punjab :-
SCO 34-A, Behind Piccadailly Square Mall,
Chandigarh – 160022.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible to receive benefits under the Punjab Disability Pension Scheme?
-Disabled individuals with 50% or more disability who are permanent residents of Punjab and meet income and landholding criteria. - How much pension is provided under the scheme?
-A monthly pension of Rs. 1,500/- is provided to eligible disabled beneficiaries. - What is the minimum disability percentage required to apply?
-Applicants must have at least 50% disability to be eligible. - What is the maximum family income allowed to qualify for the scheme?
-The annual family income should be less than Rs. 60,000/- per year. - Can urban residents apply for the scheme?
-Yes, but the applicant must own less than 200 square meters of residential property in an urban area. - What types of landholding make a person eligible for disability pension under the scheme?
-Up to 2.5 acres Nehri/Chahi land, 5 acres of waterlogged, or 5 acres of Barani land. - How can someone apply online for the pension scheme?
-Applicants can visit the Digital Punjab Portal, register, and fill out the online application form by uploading all required documents. - Is there an offline application process available?
-Yes, forms are available at DSSO, CDPO, SDM offices, Sewa Kendras, Panchayats, and Anganwadi Centers. - Which documents are required for the application?
-Disability certificate or UDID card, age proof, residence proof, bank details, photo, and self-declaration form are required. - Where does the pension amount get credited?
-The amount is transferred directly into the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-linked bank account. - Can someone above 58 years (female) or 65 years (male) apply under this scheme?
-No, such applicants must apply under the Punjab Old Age Pension Scheme instead. - How can one check the application status of the scheme?
-Status can be tracked using the Application ID on the Digital Punjab Portal. - Who verifies the submitted application and documents?
-The CDPO and DSSO verify all applications and forward them for approval. - What should a person do if they face issues while applying?
-They can contact their area’s DSSO or CDPO for help or call the department helpline numbers.
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