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Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme (Madhya Pradesh)

Launched on 1st April 2009, the scheme "Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme" is a pension scheme by the Department of Social Welfare, Govt of Madhya Pradesh. In this scheme, a pension of ₹600/- is provided to differently-abled individuals from 'Below Poverty Line'.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Madhya Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

The beneficiary will receive a monthly pension of ₹600/-.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.; The applicant should be a person with disability.; The applicant should have a disability of 80% or more.; The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 79 years.; The applicant should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.; The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any other social security scheme.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme?

It is a financial assistance scheme aimed at providing monthly pension support to disabled individuals living below the poverty line in India.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

Disabled individuals who are living below the poverty line and meet the prescribed criteria are eligible for the pension under this scheme.

How much pension will a beneficiary receive?

Each eligible beneficiary will receive [?]600 per month, with [?]300 contributed by the central government and [?]300 by the state government.

How can I apply for the scheme?

Applicants can submit the completed application form, along with required documents, to the designated officer, Gram Panchayat, or Public Service Center.

What documents are required for application?

Documents such as proof of identity, disability certificate, and proof of residence are required for the application.

How will I know if my application is accepted?

After submission, you will receive an acknowledgement receipt from the office, confirming the application is under review.

What happens after I submit my application?

Your documents will be verified by the District Panchayat, Gram Panchayat, or Urban Body. If everything is in order, your pension case will be approved.

What if my application is rejected?

If the documents are found to be incorrect, your application will be rejected, and you will be informed in writing along with the reason for rejection.

How will the pension be paid?

Once approved, the pension will be directly credited to the beneficiary's bank savings account every month.

Out of the total amount of the pension, how much is provided by the central government and by the state government?

The pension amount is equally shared between the central and state government, with [?]300 contributed by the central government and [?]300 by the state government.