About this social welfare scheme
“Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojana ” is a Social Security Scheme by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand. The aim of the scheme is to provide social security to differently abled people aged five(5) years and above.
Launched by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand, “Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojana” aims to provide social security to differently abled people aged five(5) years and above who are unable to sustain themselves with their own resources and are in need of financial assistance. It is a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme, so pension the amount will be directly transferred to the bank account of the beneficiary.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojana (SVNSPY) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Women, Child Development & Social Security Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Jharkhand |
| Official portal | jharkhand.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+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18+ years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Amount: Rs. 1,000/- per month to the eligible beneficiary.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
- The applicant should have attained the age of five (5) years or more.
- The applicant must belong to any of the following categories:
- Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 Section-2 (r) benchmark disability.
- Section-2 (s) Persons with Disabilities.
- Section-2 (t) Persons with Disability having high support needs.
- Section-2 (zc) "Specified Disability”.
- The applicant should have a Voter ID card and Aadhar Card (For applicant’s aged 18 years and above)
- The applicant should not be a beneficiary under any other Social Security pension scheme.
- The applicant should not be retired or permanently employed in Central and State Government or in public sector undertakings.
- The applicant or their spouse should not be a recipient of any family pension or pension from Central and State Government or from public sector undertakings.
- Applicant’s family is not an income tax payee.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 01: The interested applicant should request the prescribed format of the application from the office of Block Development Officer (BDO) / Sub Divisional Officer (SDO) / Circle Officer.
Step 02: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority at:
- Office of the BDO in rural areas.
- Office of the SDO or Circle Officer in Municipalities and notified areas.
Frequently asked questions
What is Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojona?
Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojona provides social security to differently abled people aged five(5) years and above.
Which department has launched Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojona?
Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojona has been launched by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand.
What is the primary criteria to be eligible for Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojona?
Differently abled people aged five(5) years and above are eligible for this scheme along with other conditions.
What is the rate and periodicity of the pension?
The monthly pension is Rs. 1000/-.
Is the pension provided in cash?
No, the pension amount is transferred directly to the individual's bank account.
What documents are required to apply for this scheme?
Photocopy of disability related certificate, Age proof, Copy of Voter ID card, Aadhar card, Bank passbook are the necessary documents.
Is there an income criterion for eligibility?
No, income is not a criterion, however, not receiving any other pension is a prerequisite.
Can a widow avail Mukhyamantri Rajya Nirashrit Mahila Samman Pension Yojana?
Yes, as long as they meet the eligibility criteria and do not receive any other pension, widows are eligible.
Is there a provision for retroactive pension payment if the application is delayed?
No, pension payment starts from the date of approval; there is no provision for retroactive payments for delayed applications.
What if an applicant does not possess an Aadhar Card?
In case the applicant does not have an Aadhar Card they need to submit a Self-declaration stating that they do not have an Aadhar Card.
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