Disability Pension Scheme in Punjab How to Apply Eligibility & Benefits 

Disabled persons who cannot work and are unable to earn for their livelihood receive financial assistance from the Punjab Government and Central Government in the form of a pension which is Rs. 1500. This support helps them live with dignity.

However, there are certain conditions set by the government that must be fulfilled to avail the benefits of this pension scheme.

Financial Assistance for Disabled Individuals

Under this scheme, financial aid is provided to individuals who are blind, physically disabled, deaf & mute, and those with mental disabilities who are unable to earn a livelihood.

However, individuals with less than 50% physical disability are not eligible for assistance. On the other hand, those with mental disabilities can avail the benefits regardless of the disability percentage.

Pension Amount for Disabled Individuals

Disabled individuals in Punjab receive a monthly pension of ₹1500 from the government. This financial support helps them manage their daily expenses and live with dignity. so that disabled person can also enjoy their daily life as like as other.

Documents Required for Application

 

Eligibility Criteria for Disability Pension Scheme

• Must be a permanent resident of Punjab.
• Must have a valid Disability Certificate.
• Must be disabled with a disability percentage of more than 50%.
• The annual family income should not exceed ₹60,000 per year.
• Individuals with mental disabilities are eligible, regardless of their disability percentage.
• The disability percentage should be more than 50%.

How to Apply Online for the Pension Scheme For Disabled Person

✅ Step 1: Visit the official website – Click Here.
✅ Step 2: Click on “Apply for Services”.
✅ Step 3: Log in to the Digital Punjab portal using your Email/Phone number and password. (If you don’t have an account, register first).
✅ Step 4: Fill out the Application Form with accurate details.
✅ Step 5: Attach the required documents and submit the form.

✅ Step 6: Download pension form online

 

How to Apply Offline for the Pension Scheme For Disabled Person

📌 Step 1: Visit the official website – Click on download to download the application form

📌 Step 2: Fill out the application form with accurate details.
📌 Step 3: Attach all the required documents.
📌 Step 4: Submit the completed application form along with the documents at the same office or center from where it was collected.

📌 Beneficiary’s Photo
📌 ID & Residence Proof of Parent/Guardian (Driving License, Passport, Voter Card, Aadhaar Card)
📌 First Page of Bank Passbook
📌 Self-Declaration Form
📌 Disability Proof Like UDID Card OR DISABILITY CERTICATE (Issued by a competent authority)
📌 Date of Birth Proof (Voter Card, Voter List, Matriculation Certificate, Certificate from Registrar Birth & Death, Aadhaar Card)

Where to Get the Application Form & Verification Process

The application form can be obtained from the following official sources:

📌 District Social Security Officer (DSSO)
📌 Child Development Project Officer (CDPO)
📌 Local Sewa Kendra
📌 Department Website
📌 SDM Office
📌 Anganwadi Centre
📌 Panchayat & B.D.P.O Office

📌 You can also download online

Once the form is submitted, the CDPO will verify the details within one month from the date of submission. After successful verification, the DSSO will sanction the pension.

Grievance Redressal

For any queries or complaints, applicants can reach out to the following authorities:

📌 District Social Security Officer
📌 Head Office Helpline: (0172-2608746)

Email:
📩 dsswcd@punjab.gov.in
📩 jointdirector_ss@yahoo.com

Eligibility Criteria for Disabled Pension Scheme in UT Chandigarh

📌 Objective: The Disability Pension is provided to physically handicapped persons who meet the required conditions.

📌 Eligibility:

• Must be a resident of Union Territory of Chandigarh.
• Must have a disability of at least 40%.
• Family income should not exceed ₹1.50 lakh per year.

📌 Pension Amount:

• ₹1000 per month for individuals with 40% to 70% disability.
• ₹2000 per month for individuals with more than 70% disability.

So this was the process to apply for the the pension scheme provided to the disabled person by the government of Punjab.

Information has been taken from Punjab Gov Portal