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Pension Scheme for Elderly, Destitute Artists, Litterateurs and Writers of Uttarakhand State

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to elderly and impoverished artists, litterateurs and writers who have dedicated their lives to the development of art, culture, and literature and have made significant and distinguished contributions.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

The department provides a monthly pension of ₹3,000/- to the beneficiaries under this scheme.

Who can apply

The applicant must be an elderly, destitute artist, litterateur, or writer from Uttarakhand.; The applicant must have dedicated their life to the development of art, culture, and literature.; The applicant must have made significant and distinguished contributions in their field.; The applicant must be at least 60 years of age.; The applicant must be a native or permanent resident of Uttarakhand.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

How much pension is provided under this scheme?

A monthly pension of ₹3000/- is provided to eligible beneficiaries.

Who is eligible for this pension?

Elderly and poor artists, litterateurs, and writers who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand and have made notable contributions to art, culture, or literature are eligible.

Is there any age requirement for applying?

Yes, the applicant must be at least 60 years old to apply under this scheme.

How can one apply for the pension scheme?

Applications can be submitted by registering on the “Apni Sarkar Uttarakhand” portal at https://eservices.uk.gov.in

How is the pension disbursed?

The Directorate of Culture disburses the approved pension amount directly to the beneficiary every month.

Can the pension continue after the death of the artist?

Yes, after the death of the artist or litterateur, the monthly pension is transferred to their spouse as a dependent.

Who scrutinizes the applications?

The initial scrutiny is done by the Director General/Director of the Department of Culture.

Who provides the recommendation letter required for the application?

The recommendation must come from the concerned district administration.