Sikkim
Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme - Sikkim
Main benefit
The beneficiary will receive a monthly pension of ₹ 2000/-.
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Age 18 or above
- Disability 40% or more
- Has a BPL / Antyodaya card
About
The scheme "Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS)” was started by the Department of Women & Child Welfare, Govt. of Sikkim in 20
4. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to differently-abled persons of the age group of 18 years & above belonging to a household Below Poverty Line category with severe or multiple disabilities of more than 80%. The beneficiary will receive a monthly pension of ₹ 2000/- and this pension amount consists of the Central and State governments' share.
Benefits
- The beneficiary will receive a monthly pension of ₹ 2000/-.
Who can apply
- The applicant should be a resident of the state of Sikkim.
- The applicant should be from Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.
- The applicant should have attained the age of 18 years and above.
- The applicant with a disability of more than 80% is eligible under the scheme.
- The applicant should not have any source of income.
- The applicant should not be a recipient of salary/pension/family pension from the Central Government / other State Governments.
- The applicant should have opened the Bank Account under "Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana”.
Documents needed
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How to apply
Offline
Online
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The applicant has to approach their concerned Gram Panchayat /Municipality / Municipal Corporation office. Consult with the designated authority about the applying procedure and the local department office for this scheme. Collect the application form.
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Fill in all the mandatory fields of the application form and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents and submit it to the designated receiving authority. Post-Application Processes:
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On receipt of an application in the prescribed Form, the same shall be scrutinized by the Selection Committee. Thereafter, the approval shall be accorded by the Secretary.
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A copy of the order for the grant and payment of pensions shall be endorsed to the District Collectors, Sub-Divisional Magistrates, Gram Vikash Adhikari, and Panchayats where the applicant actually resides and the applicant himself/herself.
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The pension shall be distributed through Direct Benefit Transfer System or any other system as may be decided by the Sanctioning / Competent Authority from time to time.
Common questions
What should be the monthly pension under this scheme?
The beneficiary will receive a sum of ₹ 2,000/- as a monthly pension under this scheme.
What is the age limit under this scheme?
The applicant should have attained the age of 18 years & above.
What is the minimum percentage of disability required to avail of the benefits of the scheme?
The applicant should have a Disability Certificate issued by the Medical Authorities constituted for the purpose of certifying more than 80% of disabilities.
Is this scheme applicable only for a person Below Poverty Line category?
Yes, the applicant should belong to the BPL family of the state of Sikkim.
Is a person drawing any other pension under Central / State Government or from any other sources eligible under this scheme?
No, any person drawing any other pension under Central / State Government or from any other sources is not eligible for the scheme.
Can a beneficiary avail of the benefits after permanent migration to another state?
No, the beneficiary should not be migrated permanently outside the state of Sikkim.
What is the mode of filling application?
The applicant may fill application both online & offline mode.
How can I register under this scheme?
Please visit the online portal link: https://pensionscheme.sikkim.gov.in and use the "Create Account” button to reach the registration page. Complete registration requirements as appropriate and click the "Register” button to register and then login.
How shall the pension be distribute under the scheme?
The pension shall be distributed through Direct Benefit Transfer System or any other system as may be decided by the Sanctioning / Competent Authority from time to time.