About this social welfare scheme
National Disability Pension Scheme is a government scheme aimed at providing financial assistance to specially-abled individuals residing in India.
Indira Gandhi National Special Ability Pension is a scheme introduced by the Government of India for the welfare of specially-abled persons residing in the country. This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to people with 80% or more special ability, who belong to below-poverty-line households. The scheme is specifically designed to cater to the needs of individuals between the age group of 18 to 79 years. The scheme was initiated to provide financial support and to encourage the specially abled to lead a life of dignity and independence.
- Individuals who have a disability of 80 percent or more and are between 18 to 79 years old and living below the poverty line are eligible for a monthly sum of Rs. 300 from the Government of India.
- The state government also provides an additional amount of Rs. 1000 per month, bringing the total pension amount to Rs. 1300 per month.
- The Department of Social Welfare also offers Disability Relief Allowance at the rate of Rs. 750 per month to those disabled individuals whose disability is between 40 to 69 percent, and the annual income is not more than Rs. 35000 per month.
- Individuals with more than 70 percent disability, who are not working in a government/semi-government/corporations/boards, are being given a sum of Rs. 1300 per month without any income limit.
- Disability Relief for mentally challenged persons is being provided without any income limit.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Indira Gandhi National Special Ability Pension (IGNSAP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Himachal Pradesh |
| Official portal | himachalpr.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Age | 18 to 79 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 79 years
- 🍚BPL only
- ♿Divyang (PwD)
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Individuals who have a disability of 80 percent or more and are between 18 to 79 years old and living below the poverty line are eligible for a monthly sum of Rs. 300 from the Government of India.
- The state government also provides an additional amount of Rs. 1000 per month, bringing the total pension amount to Rs. 1300 per month.
- The Department of Social Welfare also offers Disability Relief Allowance at the rate of Rs. 750 per month to those disabled individuals whose disability is between 40 to 69 percent, and the annual income is not more than Rs. 35000 per month.
- Individuals with more than 70 percent disability, who are not working in a government/semi-government/corporations/boards, are being given a sum of Rs. 1300 per month without any income limit.
- Disability Relief for mentally challenged persons is being provided without any income limit
Who qualifies
1. The applicant must be a citizen of India.
2. The person must be between 18 to 79 years old.
3. The applicant should have 80% or more special ability.
4. The person should belong to a below-poverty-line household.
5. The applicant should have a valid bank account.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
1. The applicant can visit the nearest Department of Social Welfare office to apply for the scheme.
2. The applicant can fill in the application form with all the necessary details.
3. The applicant should attach all the relevant documents with the application form.
4. The application should be submitted to the Department of Social Welfare office.
Frequently asked questions
Who Is Eligible For National Disability Pension Scheme?
Individuals who have a disability of 80 percent or more and are between 18 to 79 years old and living below the poverty line are eligible for the National Disability Pension Scheme.
What Is The Amount Provided Under The National Disability Pension Scheme?
The Government of India provides a monthly sum of Rs. 300 to eligible individuals, and the state government provides an additional amount of Rs. 1000 per month, bringing the total pension amount to Rs. 1300 per month.
What Is Disability Relief Allowance?
Disability Relief Allowance is a financial assistance provided by the Department of Social Welfare to disabled individuals whose disability is between 40 to 69 percent, and the annual income is not more than Rs. 35000 per month. The allowance is provided at the rate of Rs. 750 per month.
Are Mentally Challenged Individuals Eligible For Disability Relief?
Yes, mentally challenged individuals are eligible for Disability Relief without any income limit.
S There Any Application Fee For This Scheme?
No, there is no application fee for this scheme.
Can A Person Apply For This Scheme Online?
No, the applicant needs to visit the nearest Department of Social Welfare office to apply for the scheme.
What are the documents required to apply for the scheme?
Disability Certificate- Applicant must be 80% or more handicapped.
Latest BPL Certificate.
Copy of the Parivar Register
Aadhaar Card.
Bank Account.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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