Niradhar Vrudh Pension Yojana

How the process works

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   Step 1: Check eligibility

   Destitute senior citizens aged 60 years or above residing in Gujarat with rural family income up to ₹1,20,000. Age must be 60 years or above. Must meet destitute criteria with lack of adequate family financial support.

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   Step 2: Prepare documents

   The official source lists the following documents.

   Documents needed for this step

   • Age proof (Voter ID, School Leaving Certificate, or Medical Certificate).
   • Residence certificate in Gujarat.
   • Income certificate issued by Mamlatdar/competent authority.
   • Aadhaar card.
   • Bank passbook copy.
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   Step 3: Apply

   Through the District Social Defence Office or local Mamlatdar Jan Seva Kendra. Step 1: Obtain application form from Jan Seva Kendra or District Social Defence Office. Step 2: Attach age, income and residence proof. Step 3: Verification of destitution status by local revenue / social defence staff. Step 4: Monthly pension disbursed via DBT.

4. 4

   Step 4: Verification

   Inquiry by Talati / Mamlatdar and District Social Defence Officer.

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   Step 5: Sanction / decision

   Decision authority, as stated by the official source: District Social Defence Officer, Government of Gujarat.

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   Step 6: Benefit

   Monthly pension assistance of ₹1,000 per month for eligible senior citizens aged 60-79, and ₹1,250 for age 80+. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) into bank or post office account.

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   Step 7: If delayed or rejected

   This step has not yet been confirmed from an official source. Please refer to the official portal or the concerned department.

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   Step 8: Grievance / appeal

   District Social Defence Office and Gujarat SWAGAT portal https://swagat.gujarat.gov.in/