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Old Age Assistance

Old Age Assistance or Pension is a welfare scheme of Delhi Govt to provide assistance to Old age needy persons. The primary goal of this scheme is to offer eligible senior citizens financial help in the form of monthly pensions.

Authority

State

Region

Delhi

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Eligible candidates in the 60–69 age range financial assistance of Rs. 2,000/- per month. | - The government also gives SC/ST/Minority group members an extra Rs. 500/- month. | - Rs. 2,500/- per month will be given to people over 70 years.

Who can apply

Applicants must be 60 years or older.; They must have resided in Delhi for a minimum of five years before the date of application.; The applicant's annual family income from all sources, including rent, interest/dividends on savings and investments, earnings from farming, property sale proceeds, etc., should be less than Rs. 1,00,000.; The applicant must have an Aadhaar number.; The applicant must have a singly-operated account in any bank within the National Capital Territory of Delhi only for receiving payment through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).; The applicant must not be receiving any pension/financial assistance from the Central Government/State Government/other governmental local bodies or any other source for this purpose.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

How much financial aid is provided?

Rs. 2000/- per month for ages 60-69 and Rs. 2500/- per month for 70+ years of age.

Which Age Group will get the Benefitted?

From 60 years to Lifelong.

Which income group are benefitted?

Having an Annual income less than Rs.1,00,000/- per year.

Is the amount is directly credited into account ?

Yes

Who all are benefitted?

Financial Assistance for Old age person residing in Delhi for more than 5 years

Can an applicant apply for financial assistance under WPS who is not resident of Delhi?

No, the scheme is only for the residents of Delhi, residing from last 5 years.

What is the maximum Limit For Eligible income ?

The annual income of the applicant should be less than Rs 1,00,000/per year from all sources

Is Aadhaar number necessary for applying ?

Yes, Aadhaar is mandatory for filling up the application- without Aadhaar, the application portal will not work.

What Is The Procedure To Change The Bank Account Details?

Application to be given to District Social Welfare Office to change the Bank Account.

What Is Procedure To Change Address, If An Applicant Shifts Within Delhi?

Application given to District Social Welfare Office to change the address.