AI SummaryUttar Pradesh government is running Divyang Pension Yojana for persons with disabilities living in the state. Under this scheme, eligible divyangjan get ₹1,000 per month as pension, and the money goes directly to their Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT. The government has also announced a hike in this pension to ₹1,500 per month, which is expected to come into effect after the supplementary budget provision.
More than 11 lakh persons with disabilities across Uttar Pradesh are already getting this pension. For the year 2026-27, the state government has set aside ₹2,140 crore for divyangjan schemes, out of which ₹1,470 crore is for this pension scheme itself. Registration for new applicants is open, and anyone who meets the eligibility conditions can apply online.
Divyang Pension Yojana - Overview
Divyang Pension Yojana, also known as the disability pension scheme, is a state government welfare scheme run by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Uttar Pradesh. It is part of the state's social security pension system, which also covers old age pension, widow pension and leprosy pension. The main aim is simple, no person with disability should have to depend on others for basic needs.
The pension amount is ₹1,000 per month, and it is paid every three months, which means ₹3,000 is credited at one time. The government keeps reviewing the amount from time to time. As per the latest announcement, it will be raised to ₹1,500 per month once the budget provision is made in the assembly session starting 4 August 2026.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Divyang Pension Yojana |
| Launched By | Uttar Pradesh Government |
| Beneficiaries | Persons with disabilities (40 percent or more disability) in Uttar Pradesh |
| Benefit Amount | ₹1,000 per month (₹3,000 paid every three months), hike to ₹1,500 announced |
| Application Mode | Online (SSPY pension portal / Integrated Pension Portal) |
| Payment Mode | DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| Official Website | uphwd.gov.in |
Benefits
Divyang Pension Yojana gives a steady monthly income to persons with disabilities, so they do not have to depend on family members or anyone else for daily expenses. The pension is paid directly into the bank account, so no middleman is involved. Apart from the pension, registered divyangjan in Uttar Pradesh also get some other support.
- Free assistive devices - tricycles, crutches and hearing aids are given through ALIMCO camps to those who need them.
- Free bus travel - persons with disabilities can travel free on UP State Road Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses.
- Education support - divyang students can apply for scholarships made for them, like the Mukhya Mantri Divyangjan Shiksha Protsahan Yojana.
Eligibility
Only permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh can apply for this pension. The applicant must have completed 18 years of age and must hold a disability certificate showing at least 40 percent disability, issued by the Chief Medical Officer or another competent authority. Family income must be within the poverty line limits fixed by the government, which are given below.
| Area | Annual Income Limit |
|---|---|
| Rural Areas | ₹46,080 per year |
| Urban Areas | ₹56,460 per year |
People who are already getting any other government pension, like old age pension, widow pension or Samajwadi pension, cannot apply for this scheme. The same rule applies to those who are getting free maintenance in any state-run home. The district magistrate's decision on eligibility is final. Applicants also need an Aadhaar-linked bank account, because the pension is paid only through DBT.
Application Process
Application for Divyang Pension Yojana is done online, and it is completely free. No agent or middleman is required, and the government has warned people not to pay anyone for the application. The steps are given below.
STEP 1 - Go to the official pension portal of Uttar Pradesh government at sspy-up.gov.in, or open the Integrated Pension Portal at sspydpo.upsdc.gov.in and click on the pension application form. If internet is not available, the form can also be filled through Jan Suvidha Kendra or Lokvani centres.
STEP 2 - Register on the portal with your mobile number, then select your district, tehsil and village or ward.
STEP 3 - Fill in personal details like name, Aadhaar number, date of birth and gender, and then enter your disability certificate details such as certificate number, disability percentage and the authority that issued it.
STEP 4 - Add your family income details and bank account information. Make sure the bank account is linked with Aadhaar, otherwise the payment will not go through.
STEP 5 - Upload the required documents like disability certificate, Aadhaar card, income certificate and passport size photo, then submit the form and note down the application or reference number.
STEP 6 - After submission, the application is checked by the BDO in rural areas or SDM in urban areas, and then approved by the District Welfare Officer. Once approved, the pension starts and is paid every three months through DBT.
Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready before starting the application, so the process goes smoothly. Scanned copies of these documents have to be uploaded on the portal.
- Disability certificate showing 40 percent or more disability, issued by CMO or a competent medical authority.
- Aadhaar card, and a bank passbook of an Aadhaar-linked account.
- Uttar Pradesh domicile or residence proof.
- Income certificate issued by Lekhpal, Tehsildar or SDM.
- Passport size photograph and age or date of birth proof.
2026 Updates
The big update for 2026 is the pension hike. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced that the monthly pension under this scheme will go up from ₹1,000 to ₹1,500. The announcement was made on 15 June 2026, and a provision for this increase is being made in the supplementary budget of about ₹20,000 crore, which will be presented in the monsoon session of the assembly starting 4 August 2026. Once the budget provision is made, the increased pension will be transferred to beneficiary accounts.
In the 2026-27 state budget, ₹2,140 crore has been allocated for divyangjan empowerment, which is 8 percent more than last year. Out of this, ₹1,470 crore is for the divyang pension scheme itself. The government has also made it clear that pension will be paid only to those whose bank accounts are Aadhaar-seeded and whose e-KYC is complete. Beneficiaries who have not completed e-KYC should do it as soon as possible, otherwise their name can be removed from the payment list.
References
Official scheme page - Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Uttar Pradesh
Online application form - Integrated Pension Portal, Uttar Pradesh
News - pension hike from ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 (Dainik Bhaskar)
News - ₹2,140 crore budget for divyangjan schemes (GoodReturns)
FAQ's
What is Divyang Pension Yojana?
Divyang Pension Yojana is a welfare scheme of the Uttar Pradesh government that gives a monthly pension of ₹1,000 to persons with disabilities who have 40 percent or more disability and come from poor families. The pension is paid every three months through DBT.
What is the pension amount?
Currently the pension is ₹1,000 per month, which is paid as ₹3,000 every three months. The government has announced an increase to ₹1,500 per month, which is expected after the supplementary budget provision in August 2026.
What is the minimum age to apply?
The applicant must be at least 18 years old.
What is the minimum disability percentage?
You need a disability certificate showing at least 40 percent disability, issued by the CMO or a competent medical authority.
Can people from other states apply?
No. Only permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh are eligible for this pension.
Can I get this pension if I already receive another pension?
No. People who are already getting old age pension, widow pension, Samajwadi pension or any similar government pension cannot get divyang pension. The same applies to people staying free in state-run homes.
What is the income limit?
Family income must be within the poverty line limit, which is ₹46,080 per year in rural areas and ₹56,460 per year in urban areas.
How is the pension paid?
The pension is paid directly to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary through DBT, every three months. No middleman is involved.
Where can I apply online?
Applications are done on the Uttar Pradesh pension portal or the Integrated Pension Portal. The official application form link is given in the references section above.
What documents are required?
You need a 40 percent disability certificate, Aadhaar card, UP domicile proof, income certificate, Aadhaar-linked bank passbook and a passport size photo.