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Integrated Social Security Scheme - Old Age Pension

ISSS-OAP is a State Sponsored Scheme by the Social Welfare Dept. of the Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir wherein financial assistance is provided to Old Age Persons who have meager support or no source of livelihood. A pension of ₹1000 per pensioner per month is deposited directly into their Bank Account.

Authority

State

Region

Jammu and Kashmir

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

A pension of ₹1000 per pensioner per month is deposited directly into their Bank Account through DBT mode.

Who can apply

The age of the applicant should be at least 60 Years for Men and at least 55 Years for Women.; The income of the applicant should be less than ₹ 75,000/- per annum or the applicant should be from the "Below Poverty Line (BPL)" Category.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Which Are The Components Of The ISSS (Integrated Social Security Scheme)?

The ISSS (Integrated Social Security Scheme) has the following components - a) Pension for Old Age Person b) Pension for Women in Distress c) Pension for Physically Challenged Person d) Pension to Transgenders

What Benefits Are Provided Under The "Pension For Old Age Person" Component Of ISSS?

Under the "Pension For Old Age Person" component of ISSS, a pension of [?]1000 per pensioner per month is deposited directly into their Bank Account through DBT mode.

What Is The Aim Of The "Pension For Old Age Person" Component Of ISSS?

The aim of the scheme is to provide monthly financial assistance to Old Age Person Pensioners who have meager support or no source of livelihood.

Is ISSS A Central Scheme Or A State Sponsored Scheme?

ISSS (Integrated Social Security Scheme) is a State Sponsored Scheme by the Social Welfare Department of the Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir

Who Are The Beneficiaries Of ISSS?

The Beneficiaries Of ISSS can be Old Age Persons, Widows, Divorcees, Women in Distress, Transgenders, and Physically Handicapped Persons

Is There An Income Criteria For ISSS "Pension To Old Age Persons"?

Yes, the income of the applicant should be less than Rs. 75,000/- per annum or the applicant should be from the "Below Poverty Line (BPL)" Category.

To Whom Shall The Application Be Addressed?

The applicant shall submit the duly filled and signed application form (https://jkdswdj.jk.gov.in/pdf/FORMISSS1.pdf) to the concerned Tehsil Social Welfare Officer.

Who Is The Chairman Of The Pension Sanctioning Authority?

The Chairman Of The Pension Sanctioning Authority shall be the Director General, Social welfare Department, Kashmir

Who Is The Member Secretary Of The Pension Sanctioning Authority?

The Member Secretary Of The Pension Sanctioning Authority Shall Be The District Social Welfare Officer.

Who Are The Members Of The Pension Sanctioning Authority?

The Members Secretary Of The Pension Sanctioning Authority Shall Be The Assistant Commissioner (Development), and the Chief Medical Officer.