Integrated Social Security Scheme - Pension For Transgender
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Social welfare & Empowerment,Pension
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
ISSS (Integrated Social Security Scheme) is a State Sponsored Scheme by the Social Welfare Department of the Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir where financial assistance is provided to Old Age Persons, Widows, Divorcees, Women in Distress, Transgenders, and Physically Handicapped Persons.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be Transgender. 1. 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.
Application Mode
Offline
Required Documents
- Proof of Residence (Ration Card / Voter Card, etc.)
- Income Certificate (of less than Rs. 75,000/- per annum or BPL Category)
- Copy of Aadhaar Card
- Copy of Bank Passbook
- Certificate from District Magistrate on Gender
- Passport Sized Photograph
FAQs
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 To Transgenders" Component Of ISSS?
Under the "Pension to Transgenders" 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 To Transgenders" Component Of ISSS?
The aim of the scheme is to provide monthly financial assistance to Transgender 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 Transgender"?
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.