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Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme Himachal Pradesh (Now Pradhan Mantri Vridhavastha Pension Yojana)

Updated: October 17, 2026By Sarkari Yojana Team38 views
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हिन्दीमराठीবাংলাગુજરાતીதமிழ்తెలుగుಕನ್ನಡമലയാളംਪੰਜਾਬੀଓଡ଼ିଆঅসমীয়া

Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) gives a monthly pension to senior citizens aged 60 years and above from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families in Himachal Pradesh. Eligible pensioners can get up to ₹1,500 per month, and the state government adds its own share on top of the central amount.

Update (17 October 2026): Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) has a new name: Pradhan Mantri Vridhavastha Pension Yojana. Union Cabinet approved the change on 14 October 2026 and also continued the National Social Assistance Programme, now called Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana, for 2026-27 to 2030-31 with ₹53,428 crore. Only the name has changed for old age pension. Eligibility, pension amount, documents and the way to apply stay the same, and existing pensioners keep getting their pension as before.

In Himachal Pradesh, this pension is a part of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP). The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment runs the scheme in the state, and the monthly amount is sent to the beneficiary's bank account.

Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme in Himachal Pradesh

The Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme is a social security scheme that supports elderly people who have very little income. The central government pays one part of the pension, and the state government pays the rest, so the final monthly amount an eligible senior citizen gets is higher than the basic central share.

As of August 2026, the scheme continues to accept applications through the local welfare offices. There is no separate online form for this pension, and the application is submitted on paper through the Panchayat, Tehsil Welfare Officer, or District Welfare Officer.

Key Information

Detail Information
Scheme Name Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS)
Beneficiary State Himachal Pradesh
Department Department of Social Justice and Empowerment
Target Group BPL senior citizens aged 60 years and above
Benefit Type Cash (monthly pension)
Pension Amount ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 per month
Application Mode Offline through welfare offices

Benefits

The monthly pension amount under the scheme in Himachal Pradesh is fixed as per the age of the beneficiary. The higher amount is given to older pensioners, and the state share makes up a large part of the total.

  • Pensioners aged 60 to 79 years get ₹1,000 per month, which includes a central share of ₹200 and a state share of ₹700.
  • Pensioners aged 70 years and above get ₹1,500 per month. Himachal Pradesh reduced the age limit for the higher pension from 80 years to 70 years from January 2018.

Eligibility

Only elderly residents of Himachal Pradesh who meet the age and income conditions can get this pension. The main points are given below.

  • Applicant must be a resident of Himachal Pradesh.
  • Applicant must be a senior citizen aged 60 years or older.
  • Applicant must belong to a Below Poverty Line (BPL) family.

Application Process

Steps to Apply

STEP 1 - Fill the prescribed pension application form and attach the required documents. Hand the form to the local Gram Panchayat, or the office of the Tehsil Welfare Officer, or the District Welfare Officer.

STEP 2 - The Gram Sabha identifies eligible applicants in its meeting and sends the verified list to the Tehsil Welfare Officer with a proposal.

STEP 3 - Tehsil Welfare Officer checks the forms and completes the required formalities, then sends them to the District Welfare Officer for final approval and payment.

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready along with the application form. A bank passbook and Aadhaar card are important because the pension is paid directly into the bank account.

  • Age proof, such as a birth certificate or school certificate
  • Latest BPL certificate
  • Gram Panchayat recommendation
  • Copy of the Parivar Register
  • Aadhaar card
  • Bank account passbook
  • Identity proof, such as Voter ID or Driving Licence

Contact Details

For any query about the application or pension payment, contact the District Welfare Officer or the Tehsil Welfare Officer of the concerned area. In Shimla, the District Welfare Office can also be reached on the phone at 0177-2657026.

References

FAQ's

What is the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme?

It is a social security scheme under the National Social Assistance Programme that gives a monthly pension to elderly persons from BPL families in Himachal Pradesh.

Which department runs this scheme in Himachal Pradesh?

The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh, runs the scheme in the state.

Who is eligible for this pension?

Any senior citizen aged 60 years or above who is a resident of Himachal Pradesh and belongs to a BPL family can apply.

What is the pension amount for those aged 70 and above?

Pensioners aged 70 years and above get ₹1,500 per month under the scheme.

Where should I submit my application?

Submit the filled form and documents to the local Gram Panchayat, or the office of the Tehsil Welfare Officer, or the District Welfare Officer.

Related Latest Updates

15 Oct, 2026, 1:05 AM Centre approves NSAP continuation till 2031, renames it Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana

Cabinet approved continuing the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) for five years until 2031. The scheme is renamed Pradhan Mantri Samajik Sahayata Yojana. Former PM Indira Gandhi's name is dropped from three sub-schemes.

Budget is Rs 53,428 crore. It will help 3.2 crore people. Revised scheme covers at-risk groups like elderly, widows and persons with disabilities.

Renamed sub-schemes

  • Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme is now PM Vridhavastha Pension Yojana.
  • Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme is now PM Vidhawa Pension Yojana.
  • Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme is now PM Divyangjan Pension Yojana.

Revised disability pension

Monthly support goes up to Rs 375 for people from birth to 79 years. It rises to Rs 625 for those 80 and above. Earlier, people aged 18-79 got Rs 300 per month. Those 80 and above got Rs 500.

Eligibility for benchmark disability drops to 40% from 80%. This matches the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Law requires disability support to be at least 25% higher than similar schemes. Revised sub-scheme will cover over 27.48 lakh people.

Unchanged pension amounts

Pension amounts under old-age and widow schemes stay the same. Old-age pension is Rs 200 to Rs 500 per month. It covers 221.31 lakh people. Widow pension is Rs 300 to Rs 500 per month. It covers 67.38 lakh people.

Support under National Family Benefit Scheme also stays the same. One-time money help of Rs 20,000 goes to a family after its main earner dies. Deceased must have been 18 to 59 years old. Scheme covers up to 3.59 lakh families.

1 Oct, 2026, 10:05 PM Nagaland identifies bogus beneficiaries under IGNOAPS scheme

Nagaland Chief Secretary Sentiyanger Imchen stated that the Social Welfare Department is finding bogus and non-eligible beneficiaries under the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS). This work is done with State treasuries.

The aim is to cover deserving cases not yet in the scheme. Over 63,300 senior citizens in Nagaland get money help via IGNOAPS under the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) and State pension schemes.

State govt is also boosting Geriatric Caregiver training with CIHSR, Dimapur. Under the Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana, eligible senior citizens from BPL families get assistive and mobility devices. Govt supports 12 Senior Citizen Homes under Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY).

Senior Citizens Helpline 14567, a free national helpline for senior citizens in India, is now active in Nagaland. It gives info and guidance on pensions, govt schemes and elder-care services.

1 Oct, 2026, 9:16 PM Nagaland identifies 63,300 senior citizens receiving old age pension

Nagaland Chief Secretary Sentiyanger Imchen said on October 1 that over 63,300 senior citizens currently receive support under the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) and other state pension programs.

The government also backs 12 senior citizen homes under Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana. The Senior Citizens Helpline 14567 offers details on pensions, government schemes and care services for elders.

Imchen asked the public to cooperate with the government's effort to find fake and ineligible beneficiaries under IGNOAPS. This step helps make sure the scheme reaches deserving senior citizens who are not covered yet.

15 Aug, 2026, 11:09 PM Himachal Pradesh Extends Doctor Retirement and Boosts Healthcare Pay

Himachal Pradesh government extended the retirement age for state doctors until March 31, 2027. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu confirmed this decision to make sure medical services continue without breaks. ASHA workers will get a monthly pay increase of ₹1,000 from April 1, 2026, which brings their total monthly pay to ₹6,800. Also, National Health Mission staff including nurses and pharmacists will now receive ₹25,000 every month, and data entry operators will get ₹18,000.

Payment and nutrition support

To pay pending dues, the state is releasing ₹281 crore for salary and pension arrears. This amount includes a ₹20,000 payment for Class IV employees. The government will also launch Indira Gandhi Matri Shishu Sankalp Yojana on October 2, 2026. This scheme will support mother and child nutrition in 21 blocks. Managing these regular payroll costs is a top priority for the state. Himachal Pradesh remains focused on welfare schemes like Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme and Old Pension Scheme in Himachal Pradesh.