Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme- Bihar
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Social welfare & Empowerment,Pension
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
Under this scheme, a monthly pension of ₹400/- is provided to persons with disabilities in the age group of 18 to 79 years who belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families to support them financially. This scheme is centrally sponsored.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Bihar. 1. The applicant should be a person with disabilities. 1. The applicant should have a disability of 80% or more. 1. The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 79 years. 1. The applicant should belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family. 1. The applicant should not be receiving pension benefits under any other social security scheme.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
Step 1: To avail of the benefits of this scheme, eligible applicants should submit their duly filled and signed application in the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="prescribed format" nis:value=https://cdn.s3waas.gov.in/s30d0fd7c6e093f7b804fa0150b875b868/uploads/2018/03/2018031737.pdf nis:enabled=true/>, along with the required attachments, at the Right to Public Service (RTPS) counter located at the block office level. Step 2: Upon submission, applicants will receive an acknowledgment receipt from the RTPS counter, which should be kept for future reference. Step 3: Applicants will be notified of the application&39;s approval or rejection via SMS or email. Step 4: If approved, the Sanction Order can be collected from the same RTPS counter where the application was submitted, upon presenting the acknowledgment receipt and a valid identity card. > Complaints & Grievance Redressal: - A special portal has been developed for grievance redressal in relation to the Social Security Pension Scheme (<nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://www.sspmis.bihar.gov.in/" nis:value=https://www.sspmis.bihar.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>) where the beneficiary can go and register his complaint himself or can call on toll-free number 18003456262 and register his complaint free of cost through the helpdesk. - The complaint can be lodged in the office of the Block Development Officer, Sub-divisional Office, Assistant Director, District Social Security Cell/District Child Protection Unit, Director, Social Security Office, and Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary/Secretary, Social Welfare Department. Apart from this, under the Bihar Public Grievance Redressal Rights Act, 2016, the office of the Public Grievance Redressal Officer at the sub-divisional level and the District Public Grievance Redressal Officer at the district level are functioning.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar card of the applicant
- Passport-size photograph
- Identity proof i.e. Voter ID Card, Driving License
- Disability certificate
- Proof of age
- Below Poverty Line (BPL) Card/ Ration Card
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- Address proof
- Bank Passbook/Bank account details
- Any other documents as required
FAQs
What is the primary objective of the scheme?
The primary objective is to provide social security to persons with disabilities belonging to poor families by offering them financial support through a monthly pension.
What is the amount of pension provided under this scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of ₹400/-.
How is the pension amount disbursed to the beneficiaries?
The pension amount is disbursed through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) process directly into the beneficiaries' bank accounts via the Public Financial Management System (PFMS).
What are the eligibility criteria for the scheme?
The applicant must be a resident of Bihar, a person with 80% or more disability, aged between 18 and 79 years, and belong to a BPL family.
Are there any age restrictions for applicants?
Yes, applicants must be between 18 and 79 years of age.
Can a person with less than 80% disability apply for this scheme?
No, only individuals with a disability of 80% or more are eligible for the scheme.
How can eligible applicants apply for the scheme?
Applicants must submit a duly filled application form along with required documents at the Right to Public Service (RTPS) counter at the block office level.
What happens after the application is submitted?
Upon submission, applicants receive an acknowledgment receipt. They will be notified via SMS or email about the approval or rejection of their application.
What is the grievance redressal mechanism for the scheme?
Beneficiaries can register complaints online through the Social Security Pension Scheme portal or by calling the toll-free number 18003456262.
Where else can beneficiaries lodge complaints regarding the scheme?
Complaints can be lodged at the Block Development Office, Sub-divisional Office, District Social Security Cell, and other designated government offices.
Can someone from another state apply for this scheme in Bihar?
No, the applicant must be a resident of Bihar to be eligible for the scheme.