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Social Security Pension Scheme

Under this scheme, a monthly pension of ₹500/- is provided to Below Poverty Line (BPL) Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and dwarf individuals to support them in living a respectful life.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Chhattisgarh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a pension of ₹500/- per month. | Note: The pension amount will be directly transferred to the applicant's bank account.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a native of Chhattisgarh.; The applicant should be either a person with a disability or a dwarf person.; Children with disabilities (CwDs) aged 6-17 years are eligible, the CwDs in the age group of 6-14 should be school-going.; Persons with disabilities who are 18 years or older and have a disability of 40% or above are eligible for the scheme.; The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits from any other central or state government pension scheme.; The applicant's name should be included in the list of families living the Below Poverty Line.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What are the benefits of the scheme?

Eligible beneficiaries receive a pension of [?]500 per month, which is directly transferred to their bank accounts.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

Native residents of Chhattisgarh who are either persons with disabilities or dwarf individuals are eligible. Children with disabilities aged 6-17 years are eligible, with specific conditions for school attendance. Adults with disabilities aged 18 or older and with 40% or above disability are also eligible.

Are disabled children aged 6-14 years who do not attend school eligible?

No, disabled children aged 6-14 years who are not attending school are not eligible for the scheme.

Can individuals who already receive pensions from other schemes apply?

No, applicants should not be receiving pension benefits from any other central or state government pension scheme.

How is the pension amount distributed to beneficiaries?

The pension amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

Where can rural applicants obtain the application form?

Rural applicants can obtain the application form from the office of the Gram Panchayat.

What is the process for applying in rural areas?

Collect the form from the Gram Panchayat, fill it out, submit it back to the Gram Panchayat, and receive an acknowledgment receipt.

Where can urban applicants obtain the application form?

Urban applicants can obtain the application form from the office of the Municipal Corporation, Municipality, Nagar Panchayat, or Panchayat Raj institution.

What is the process for applying in urban areas?

Collect the form from the concerned urban body, fill it out, and submit it to the respective office. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided.

What should applicants do if a printed application form is not available?

If a printed form is not available, applicants may submit their application on plain paper.

How long does it take for the Gram Panchayat to process the application?

The Gram Panchayat reviews and recommends the application and forwards it to the District Panchayat within 7 days.

Can an applicant's application be rejected?

Yes, the concerned urban body or District Panchayat has the authority to approve or reject applications.