Assam Old Age Pension Scheme 2026: Amount, Eligibility & How to Apply

Assam Old Age Pension Scheme is a senior citizen support program run by the Panchayat and Rural Development Department of Assam government. It gives a monthly pension to elderly people aged 60 years and above who belong to poor families. The scheme works under the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP), mainly through the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS), with an added state top-up.

As of 2026, the scheme is still active and accepting applications. There is no online portal to apply. Eligible people need to fill the application form and submit it at their local Gaon Panchayat or ward office.

Assam Old Age Pension Scheme 2026 for Senior Citizens

The scheme supports elderly people who have no regular income and are not covered under any other government pension. The pension amount is credited directly to the bank account of the beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

The state government has also announced a plan to raise the monthly pension amount. Any increase will be applied only after an official notification, and eligible people will get the revised amount automatically without a fresh application.

Highlights of Assam Old Age Pension Scheme

Detail	Information
Scheme Name	Assam Old Age Pension Scheme
Launched By	Panchayat and Rural Development Department, Assam
Beneficiaries	Senior citizens aged 60 years and above
Benefit Amount	Rs 200 to Rs 500 per month plus state top-up
Application Mode	Offline through Gaon Panchayat or ward office
Official Website	pnrd.assam.gov.in

How to Apply for Old Age Pension in Assam

There is no online application portal for the Assam Old Age Pension Scheme. The whole process is done in offline mode through the local administrative offices. Here are the steps to apply.

STEP 1 - Visit the nearest Gaon Panchayat office in rural areas or the ward office / municipal office in urban areas.

STEP 2 - Collect the Old Age Pension application form from the office. Panchayat officials can also help fill the form if needed.

STEP 3 - Fill in the personal details, age, income and bank information, and attach self-attested copies of the required documents.

STEP 4 - Submit the completed form to the Gaon Panchayat Secretary or the Municipal Ward Councillor. The application is then verified and sent to the Block Development Officer (BDO).

STEP 5 - After approval at the block or district level, the pension is sanctioned and credited every month to the bank account of the beneficiary through DBT.

Eligibility Criteria

To get the pension, an applicant must meet all the basic conditions given below.

• Age: The applicant must be 60 years or above.
• Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Assam and currently living in the state.
• Income: Must belong to a BPL family or a household with annual income below Rs 1 lakh.
• Other pension: Should not be receiving any other regular government pension.

Documents Required

Applicants need to keep a few basic documents for identity, age and residence proof.

• Aadhaar card
• Age proof such as Aadhaar, voter ID or birth certificate
• Residence proof like PR card, voter ID or ration card
• Bank passbook with an account in the applicant's name
• BPL card or income certificate from the Circle Officer
• Passport-size photograph

Pension Amount

The pension amount depends on the age of the applicant. Under the central share of IGNOAPS, people between 60 and 79 years get Rs 200 per month, while those aged 80 years and above get Rs 500 per month. The Assam government adds a state top-up on top of this, which takes the total monthly pension to around Rs 400 to Rs 600 for the 60 to 79 age group and Rs 700 to Rs 900 for people aged 80 and above.

Selection Process

Selection is not done on a first come, first served basis. It is carried out at the local level through the steps below.

• Applications are collected by reaching out to households.
• Each application is checked against the facts about age, income and residence.
• The list of eligible people with the recommendation of the verifying authority is discussed in the Gram Sabha.
• The final list is placed before the sanctioning authority for approval.

Official Websites

For the latest details, visit the official website of the Panchayat and Rural Development Department, Assam at pnrd.assam.gov.in. The central NSAP portal can be accessed at nsap.dord.gov.in. For pension related queries, the Pension and Public Grievances Department of Assam is available at ppg.assam.gov.in.

FAQ's

Is there an online application for the Assam Old Age Pension Scheme?

No. Applications are accepted only in offline mode through the local Gaon Panchayat or ward office.

What is the pension amount for people above 80 years?

People aged 80 years and above get a higher pension. The central share is Rs 500 per month, plus the state top-up.

Can I apply if I do not have a BPL card?

Yes. You can submit an income certificate from the Circle Officer in place of the BPL card.

How is the pension paid?

The pension is credited directly to the bank account of the beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Keep the bank account active and linked with Aadhaar to avoid delays.