Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible elderly individuals aged 65 and above, whose names are on the Below Poverty Line (BPL) list, receive monthly financial assistance under the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme.

Nature of Benefits:

From the central government:

₹200 per month for eligible elderly individuals aged 65 to 79 years.
₹500 per month for eligible elderly individuals aged 80 years and above.

From the state government under the Shravanbal Seva State Pension Scheme:

₹1300 per month for eligible elderly individuals aged 65 to 79 years.
₹1000 per month for eligible elderly individuals aged 80 years and above.

Beneficiary:

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Benefits:

Under this scheme, Rs. 1500 per month is given to each beneficiary.