Madhya Pradesh government's Vridha Pension Yojana is accepting online applications for old age pension through the state social security portal socialsecurity.mp.gov.in. Senior citizens aged 60 years and above can apply with a 9 digit Samagra ID and get ₹600 per month as pension support.
Three old age pension schemes are available for senior citizens in the state: Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme, Samagra Social Security Vridhavastha Pension Yojana and Samagra Social Security Vridhashram Nivasrat Antvasi Pension Yojana. This article explains the application process, eligibility, pension amount and required documents for all three.
MP Vridha Pension Yojana Overview
All three schemes are meant for different groups of elderly people. Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme is for senior citizens from families living below the poverty line, while Samagra Social Security Vridhavastha Pension Yojana is for destitute elderly persons. The third scheme covers inmates living in old age homes recognized by the department.
Pension is paid directly to the bank account of the beneficiary through DBT. In January 2026, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav transferred ₹327 crore to more than 54 lakh beneficiaries in a single click, which shows that the pension system in the state is fully digital.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | MP Vridha Pension Yojana (Old Age Pension Scheme) |
| Department | Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Madhya Pradesh |
| Beneficiaries | Senior citizens aged 60 years and above |
| Pension Amount | ₹600 per month |
| Application Mode | Online and offline |
| Official Website | socialsecurity.mp.gov.in |
| Helpline | 0755-2556916 |
Three Old Age Pension Schemes in Madhya Pradesh
Social Justice and Empowerment Department runs three old age pension schemes for senior citizens. Each scheme has its own eligibility conditions, but the pension amount is the same for all three.
- Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme: started on 15 August 1995 for senior citizens from families living below the poverty line. Beneficiaries get ₹600 per month.
- Samagra Social Security Vridhavastha Pension Yojana: started in 1981 for destitute elderly persons aged 60 years and above. Beneficiaries get ₹600 per month.
- Samagra Social Security Vridhashram Nivasrat Antvasi Pension Yojana: started in 2016 for inmates of old age homes recognized by the department. Beneficiaries get ₹600 per month.
MP Vridha Pension Yojana Online Application
Online application for old age pension in Madhya Pradesh is done through the social security portal. A 9 digit Samagra ID is required for the online form, so make sure the name is registered on the Samagra portal before applying.
STEP 1 - Go to the official website at socialsecurity.mp.gov.in.
STEP 2 - On the homepage, click on the "Social Pension and Financial Assistance Schemes" option.
STEP 3 - On the next page, click on the "Online Application for Pension Schemes" link.
STEP 4 - A new page will open where the applicant has to enter the district, local body and 9 digit Samagra member ID, then click on the "Apply Online for Pension" button.
STEP 5 - After clicking the button, the MP Vridha Pension Yojana online application form will open.
STEP 6 - Fill in all the details asked in the form correctly and click on the submit button. After the government completes the verification, the pension amount will start coming to the bank account of the beneficiary.
Direct link for online application: Online Request for Social Security Pension
Offline Application Process
Applicants who cannot apply online can submit the application form offline. In rural areas, the form is available at the gram panchayat or janpad panchayat office, and in urban areas at the nagar nigam, nagar palika or nagar parishad office. The form is free of cost at panchayat samiti, tehsil and district collector offices.
Eligibility for MP Vridha Pension Yojana
Eligibility depends on which of the three old age pension schemes the applicant is applying for. The common conditions are given below.
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- Applicant must be 60 years of age or above.
- For Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme, the family must be living below the poverty line as per the criteria fixed by the central government.
- For Samagra Social Security Vridhavastha Pension Yojana, the applicant must be destitute and the name must be registered on the Samagra portal.
- For the old age home scheme, the applicant must be an inmate of an old age home recognized by the department.
Applicants can also check their eligibility online on the social security portal. The steps are given below.
STEP 1 - Go to socialsecurity.mp.gov.in and click on the "Social Pension and Financial Assistance Schemes" option.
STEP 2 - Click on the "Check Eligibility for Schemes" link.
STEP 3 - Enter details like gender, marital status, BPL card status, disability and age, then click on the search button.
STEP 4 - Select the old age pension scheme and click on "View Eligibility" to see the full details of the scheme.
Documents Required for MP Vridha Pension Yojana
Keep these documents ready before filling the application form:
- Aadhaar card and PAN card for identity proof.
- Bank account details for receiving the pension through DBT.
- Passport size photographs, three copies.
- Residence proof to confirm that the applicant is a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- Age proof certificate to confirm that the applicant is 60 years or above.
- Income proof or BPL card as per the scheme.
- 9 digit Samagra ID for online application.
Track MP Vridha Pension Application Status
Applicants can track the status of their old age pension application online through the social security portal. Use the "Know Your Pension" option on the homepage, select the district and local body, and search with the pensioner ID, bank account number or Samagra ID.
Enter the Samagra ID on the status page and click on "Show details" to see the application status. Pensioners can also check the pension passbook on the same portal for month wise payment history.
FAQ's
What is MP Vridha Pension Yojana?
MP Vridha Pension Yojana is an old age pension scheme of the Madhya Pradesh government under which senior citizens aged 60 years and above get monthly pension support.
How much pension is given under MP Vridha Pension Yojana?
Eligible beneficiaries get ₹600 per month, which is transferred directly to their bank account through DBT.
Who can apply for MP Vridha Pension Yojana?
Permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh aged 60 years or above can apply. For Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme, the family should be below the poverty line, and for the Samagra scheme the applicant should be destitute.
How to apply online for MP Vridha Pension Yojana?
Go to socialsecurity.mp.gov.in, click on the online application option, enter the district, local body and 9 digit Samagra ID, and fill the application form.
What is the helpline number for MP pension?
The helpline number for the Madhya Pradesh social security pension portal is 0755-2556916.
For more details on other schemes of the state, check the Madhya Pradesh government schemes list and the MP government schemes list 2026.