IGNDPSP

Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (Punjab)

Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS) provides financial assistance of ₹300 per month to individuals with 80% or more disability aged 18 to 79 years. For those aged 80 and above, the pension increases to ₹500 per month, and individuals with dwarfism are also eligible, ensuring support for vulnerable populations in Punjab.

State Cash

States / UT: Punjab

Nodal department: Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Pension, Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Pension, Indira Gandhi, Disability, PwD

Details

The "Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS)" is implemented by the Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children, Government of Punjab. Under this scheme, persons with disabilities aged 18 years and above, having a disability level of 80% or more, are eligible to receive a pension of ₹300/- per month. After attaining the age of 80 years, the pension amount increases to ₹500/- per month. Dwarfs are also included as an eligible category under this scheme.

Benefits

  • - Pension is Rs. 300/- per month (age 18-79 year)
  • Pension is Rs. 500/- per month (age 80 and above year)
  • Pension is Rs. 300/- per month (age 18-79 year)
  • Pension is Rs. 500/- per month (age 80 and above year)

Eligibility

  1. The applicant should be a resident of Punjab.
  2. The applicant should be a person with a disability.
  3. The percentage of the disability should be 80% or more.
  4. The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 80 years.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1:**** The interested applicant should visit the District Social Security Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
Step 2:**** In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3:**** Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the District Social Security Officer.
Step 4:**** Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Online

Step 1: Register on the UMANG Portal
Visit the official website of UMANG. In the top right corner of the landing page, click "Register." You will be taken to the Registration Page. Fill in all the mandatory fields.
Step 2: Mobile Number Verification and MPIN Creation
You will be redirected to the mobile number verification page. Enter your mobile number and get it verified via OTP. Create an MPIN to complete the registration process. You will be taken to the UMANG homepage. Login using your Mobile Number and MPIN.
Step 3: Accessing Services on UMANG
Visit the "National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)" page on UMANG and click "Apply Online".
Step 4: Completing the Application
In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload all the required documents in the specified format and size.
Step 5: Review and Confirmation
Carefully review all the information provided and the documents uploaded. Make any necessary corrections, if required. Acknowledge and agree to the terms and conditions, declaration, and privacy policy, if any.
Step 6: Submitting the Application
Click the "Submit" or "Apply" button to submit your application. You'll receive a confirmation message upon successful submission of the application.

Documents Required

No document list is available for this scheme yet.

References

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  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

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