Maharashtra Old Age Pension Scheme online application forms are being invited at sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in and sas.mahait.org. In this scheme, the state government provides ₹1500 per month to senior citizens through a mix of central and state support. Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) is a pension scheme run jointly by the central and state governments. The National Old Age Pension Scheme Maharashtra is managed by the Social Justice and Special Assistance (SJSA) department. People can now apply for Old Age Pension Maharashtra online at sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in
Under this scheme in Maharashtra, people aged 65 years and above from BPL families are eligible. Beneficiaries between 65 and 79 years receive ₹200 per month from Govt. of India under IGNOAPS and ₹1300 per month from the state government under Shravan Bal Seva Rajya Nivrutti Vetan Yojana. In total, such beneficiaries get ₹1500 per month. Senior citizens aged 80 years and above receive ₹500 per month from Govt. of India under IGNOAPS and ₹1000 per month from the state government, again totaling ₹1500 per month. This fixed pension amount is directly transferred every month.
Interested candidates can fill the Maharashtra Old Age Pension Scheme 2025 Online Application Form through the official website of Social Justice and Special Assistance Department.
Old Age Pension Scheme Maharashtra Online Apply
People can now apply online for Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme at sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in, through the Umang App (web.umang.gov.in), or via the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) Portal at nsap.nic.in.
You can also visit the nearest Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra for online application for old age pension scheme.
The important features, benefits, and application process of the Old Age Pension Maharashtra are given below:
| Scheme | Detailed Information |
|---|---|
| Name of the Scheme | Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme |
| Funding by | Centrally Sponsored with State Contribution |
| Scheme Objective | Monthly Pension to Old Age Citizens |
| Beneficiary Category | BPL Families (Rural & Urban) |
| Benefits Provided | ₹1500 per month (₹200+₹1300 for 65-79 years; ₹500+₹1000 for 80 years and above) |
| Application Process | Submit application online at sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in or offline at Collector Office / Tahsildar / Talathi |
| Category of Scheme | Pension Scheme |
| Contact Office | Collector Office / Tahsildar / Talathi |
Eligibility Criteria for National Old Age Pension Scheme Maharashtra
To apply under this scheme, a person must meet the following conditions:
- Age must be 65 years or above.
- Name of applicant must be in the BPL family list of rural or urban area.
- Must not be getting regular monthly benefits from any other state pension scheme.
- Beneficiaries of Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana will be shifted to this scheme automatically after 65 years of age.
Documents Required
Applicants need to provide the following documents while applying:
- Age proof: Birth certificate extract, school leaving certificate, ration card, voter ID, Aadhaar card, or certificate from a government doctor if no document available.
- Income certificate: Proof of name in BPL family list.
- Residence certificate: Issued by Gram Sevak / Talathi / Mandal Inspector or any court.
- Other declaration: Applicant should not be getting benefits from any other similar government pension scheme.
Check Status of Application
If you have already applied for this scheme and want to check your application status, you can visit this link: https://sas.mahait.org/Beneficiary_Status/Beneficiary
Enter your Aadhar number, captcha code and verify the OTP received on the mobile number linked with Aadhar.
Your application status will be shown to you on the screen.