Old Age Pension

The Old Age Pension scheme in Uttar Pradesh (UP) is designed to provide financial assistance to elderly citizens who are economically disadvantaged. The scheme is implemented under the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) and offers a monthly pension to senior citizens who meet certain eligibility criteria.

Key Features of the UP Old Age Pension Scheme:

1. Eligibility:

   • Age: Beneficiaries must be 60 years or older.
   • Income: The annual family income should not exceed ₹46,080 for rural areas and ₹56,460 for urban areas.
   • Other criteria: The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh and should not be receiving pensions from other government schemes.

2. Pension Amount:

   • Individuals aged between 60-79 years receive ₹1000 per month.
   • For those aged 80 years and above, the pension amount is higher.

3. How to Apply:

   • Applications can be submitted online through the official portal of the UP Government.
   • Required documents include proof of age, income certificate, bank account details, Aadhaar card, and residential proof.

4. Application Process:

   • Visit the official website for the Social Welfare Department of UP.
   • Fill out the application form, upload required documents, and submit.
   • Once verified, the pension amount is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.

5. Monitoring:

   • The scheme is monitored by the state government, and the funds are transferred through direct benefit transfer (DBT) to avoid delays or fraud.

For more detailed and specific assistance or to check your application status, you can visit the Social Welfare Department website of UP.