The Government of India and the state governments continue to bring pension schemes for the weaker sections of the society from time to time. The main objective of these schemes is to provide financial assistance to the old, disabled and needy people. Recently, news has come that from February 2025, under the old age pension and disabled pension, beneficiaries will start getting pension amount in their account. In this article, we will give detailed information about this update and will explain what this plan is, its benefits, eligibility, and what is the application process.
This article is especially for those who want to know about this scheme and take advantage of it. Let’s know the complete information about the pension scheme.
Introduction to old age and disabled pension scheme
Old age pension scheme is for senior citizens who are financially weak and whose income is not a permanent source of income. At the same time, the Divyang Pension Scheme has been created to provide financial assistance to physical or mentally disabled persons.
The government has ensured that the benefits of these schemes reach the bank accounts of the beneficiaries directly. The news of the release of pension amount under these schemes since February 2025 has given relief to millions of people.
Abbreviation of the plan
| Name of the scheme | Old age and disabled pension scheme |
| Launch year | Different in different states |
| Pension amount (per month) | ₹ 500 – ₹ 3000 (dependent on the state) |
| Beneficiary class | Aged citizen and disabled person |
| Beginning date | February 2025 |
| Application process | online offline |
| Income limit (eligibility) | ₹ 1 lakh annually (average) |
| Bank account mandatory | Yes |
| Aadhar card is necessary? | Yes |
Why pension will start from February 2025?
The government has decided that from February 2025, all pending applications will be approved and the beneficiaries will be provided a pension amount regularly. The main reason behind this is that in many states, the beneficiaries were not getting money on time due to technical problems and delay in document verification.
Now the government has ensured that all the beneficiaries will be transferred directly to their bank accounts. DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) system will be used for this.
Characteristics of old age pension scheme
- Financial Assistance: Old citizens will be provided a certain amount every month.
- Direct Bank Transfer: The pension amount will be sent directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.
- Simple application process: Application can be made through online portal and offline centers.
- Low -income people eligible: Only those who come below the poverty line or whose income is limited can avail this scheme.
- Priority to women: In many states, women are given priority in old age pension.
Main things of Divyang Pension Scheme
- Disability certificate is necessary: Government recognized disabled certificate is mandatory to take advantage of this scheme.
- All types of disability involved: People with all kinds of disability, mental, physical, blindness etc. are eligible under this scheme.
- Pension amount: The amount fixed by the state government can range from ₹ 500 to ₹ 3000.
- Income limit: The family income of the applicant should not exceed the limit fixed by the state government.
Application process (How to Apply)
Online application
- Go to the official website of the concerned state government.
- Click on the “Pension Scheme” section.
- Upload required documents:
- Aadhar card
- Bank account statement
- Income certificate
- Address proof
- Disability certificate (for disabled pension)
- Submit the form and note the application number.
Offline application
- Visit your nearest Panchayat Office or Social Welfare Department.
- Get the application form and fill it and attach the necessary documents.
- Submit the filled form to the concerned officer.
Required document
- Aadhar card
- Income certificate
- Address proof
- Bank account statement
- Passport Size Photo
- Disability certificate (only for Divyang Pension)
What will be the pension amount?
The pension amount varies according to the states. On an average it can ranges from ₹ 500 to ₹ 3000 per month. Some states have also kept additional incentives for women, scheduled castes/tribes and highly poor classes.
February 2025 Pension Update: What will be the changes?
- All pending applications will be settled.
- The DBT system will be implemented which will reduce corruption.
- A new portal will be launched to overcome technical problems.
- Timely payment will be ensured every month.
Is this news correct?
Although this news is in discussion at many places that all pending beneficiaries will start getting pension from February 2025, but it has not yet been officially confirmed by the government. Therefore, applicants are advised not to believe any rumor and only get information from official sources.
Disclaimer:
This article is written only for the purpose of providing information. Readers are advised to verify the information by visiting the concerned government department or official portal before applying in any scheme. If a new announcement is made, it will be available on the government website.
