Scheme objectives and beneficiary coverage in Punjab
- Administered under Punjab's social security pension rules to support elderly persons without sustainable financial income.
- Complements central assistance under the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) for below-poverty-line senior citizens.
- Ensures regular financial support to cover medical, nutritional, and living needs of senior residents.
Eligibility criteria and age requirements
- Age threshold: Women must be at least 58 years of age, and men must be at least 65 years of age.
- Residency: Must be a permanent resident and domicile of Punjab.
- Income criteria: Total monthly family income of the applicant and spouse must not exceed the ceiling prescribed by the department.
- Landholding limit: Applicants should not possess agricultural land exceeding the limits set by the state social welfare rules.
- Exclusions: Senior citizens already drawing any government or private employment pension are ineligible.
Application procedure and direct benefit transfer
- Application channels: Apply online through the official Punjab Sewa Kendra portal or submit physical forms at local Sewa Kendras, Block Development Offices (rural), or SDM offices (urban).
- Required documents: Age proof (voter ID, school certificate, or Aadhaar), bank passbook, domicile certificate, and income declaration.
- Disbursement: The monthly pension is deposited directly into the beneficiary's bank or post office account via Direct Benefit Transfer.
Official source
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Common questions
What is the age requirement for old age pension in Punjab?
Women must be at least 58 years old, and men must be at least 65 years old.
Where can Punjab residents apply for old age pension?
Applications can be submitted at local Sewa Kendras or online through the departmental portal.
Can farmers with large landholdings get old age pension in Punjab?
No, applicants must satisfy landholding limits and family income ceilings specified under scheme rules.
How is the pension paid to Punjab beneficiaries?
The pension is transferred directly into the senior citizen's bank account via Direct Benefit Transfer.
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