The Government of India and the state governments run several schemes to help the weaker sections of the society. Of these, elderly, widow and disabled pension scheme are prominent. The purpose of these schemes is to provide financial assistance to the needy people so that they can meet their basic needs. However, recently an important information has come out. If you are taking advantage of these schemes, then it is mandatory to do some important work before February 15. If you do not do this, your pension can stop.
In this article, we will know in detail what are these important tasks, why it is necessary to do them on time and what effect it can affect your pension. Also, we will tell you what is the right way to complete these processes.
Pension Scheme’s brief description
The table below gives a brief description of the elderly, widow and disabled pension scheme:
| Name of the scheme | Description |
| Purpose of the scheme | Effects |
| Beneficiary | Elderly, widow and disabled person |
| Required documents | Aadhar card, bank account details, certificate |
| Application process | online offline |
| Last date | 15 February 2024 |
| Main condition | Timely document verification |
| Director | State Government/Central Government |
What are the work necessary before February 15?
If you are taking advantage of elderly pension, widow pension, or disabled pension, then you have to do the following work before February 15:
- Aadhaar Card Verification:
- All beneficiaries will have to link their Aadhaar card with the scheme.
- This process can be done online or by visiting the nearest CSC center.
- Bank Account Update:
- Your bank account should be active and link to Aadhaar.
- Ensure that the correct name and details are recorded in the bank account.
- Life certificate submission:
- Every beneficiary has to give evidence that he is alive.
- This certificate can be submitted digitally or manually.
- Document Reverification of Documents:
- All necessary documents like income certificate, residence certificate etc. have to be verified again.
- Mobile Number Update:
- Your mobile number should be correct and turned on to get OTP and other information.
Why is Aadhaar card verification necessary?
It is necessary to link the Aadhaar card with the scheme because the government can ensure that the profit is reaching the right person. Without this your pension can stop.
Benefits of Aadhaar Verification:
- The identity of fake beneficiaries ends.
- Money is transferred directly to the bank account.
- The process becomes transparent.
How to submit life certificate?
Submission of life certificate is an important process. There are two ways to submit it:
- Digital medium:
- Use UMANG app or life proof portal.
- Upload certificates with the help of biometric device.
- Manual medium:
- Go to the nearest bank branch or government office and fill the form.
- Submit your documents.
Why is it necessary to re -verification of documents?
The government periodically ensures that the right person is getting the benefit of the scheme. For this, the re -verification of documents is mandatory.
Necessary documents:
- Aadhar card
- Bank passbook
- Income certificate
- Address proof
- Disability certificate (if applied)
How to update mobile number?
You can take the following steps to update the mobile number:
- Go to the nearest CSC center.
- Take your Aadhaar card and mobile number together.
- Fill your number and update your number.
What if you do not work on time?
If you do not complete these procedures by 15 February, then your pension can stop. Other than this:
- You may have to apply again.
- The process may be delayed.
- Financial crisis may be faced.
How to complete the online process? (Online process for pension update)
If you want to update your information through online, then follow the following steps:
- Login on the government portal.
- Enter your Aadhaar and bank account information.
- Upload the required documents.
- Click on submit button.
conclusion
If you are the beneficiary of the elderly, widow or disabled pension scheme, then do all the work mentioned above before February 15. This is not only necessary to continue your pension but also ensures that you get financial assistance on time.
Disclaimer:
This article is written only for the purpose of providing information. Please confirm the information from the concerned government department or official portal. The terms of the plans may change from time to time.
