AI SummaryIndira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme gives a monthly pension of ₹1,000 to eligible people aged 18 and above in Jharkhand who live with severe or multiple disabilities and belong to families below the poverty line. The amount is split into ₹300 from the Central Government and ₹700 from the State Government.
Update (17 October 2026): Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS) has a new name: Pradhan Mantri Divyangjan Pension Yojana. Union Cabinet approved the change on 14 October 2026 and also changed the central rules of this pension:
- Disability needed comes down from 80% to 40% (benchmark disability, in line with the RPwD Act 2016).
- The minimum age of 18 years is removed, so a person with disability can get the pension from birth.
- Central pension goes up from ₹300 to ₹375 a month up to 79 years, and from ₹500 to ₹625 a month for 80 years and above.
Ministry of Rural Development will issue new guidelines, and the new rules will be put in place within three months. Till then, the current rules and amounts given on this page apply. Any change in the Jharkhand state share will be added here once the state announces it.
This scheme is part of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) and is being implemented in Jharkhand by the Department of Women, Child Development and Social Security. The state continues to accept fresh applications for this pension through the same offline process in 2026-27, and the new central rules approved in October 2026 (40% disability, no minimum age, higher central share) will apply once the new guidelines are issued.
Right now, the pension is meant for people with a disability level of 80% or more, as defined in the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. This comes down to 40% under the new Pradhan Mantri Divyangjan Pension Yojana rules once the guidelines are issued. The idea is to give poor families steady monthly support so that disabled members can live with dignity and take care of their basic needs.
Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme - Introduction
This is a social security scheme made for people with severe or multiple disabilities in Jharkhand. It was brought under the National Social Assistance Programme so that disabled citizens of poor families get regular cash help from the government. The Department of Women, Child Development and Social Security, Government of Jharkhand handles the state-level part of the scheme.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Jharkhand |
| Category | Social welfare and Empowerment |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Monthly Pension | ₹1,000 (₹300 Central + ₹700 State) |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Women, Child Development and Social Security Department |
| Application Mode | Offline |
Benefits
Eligible people get a fixed monthly pension of ₹1,000. The Central Government gives ₹300 and the State Government adds ₹700, so the full amount reaches the eligible person every month. This benefit amount remains the same for the financial year 2026-27.
Eligibility
Candidates must meet all of the following conditions to get this pension:
- Age: the applicant must be 18 years of age or older. The new central rules remove this minimum age once the guidelines are issued.
- BPL family: the family must be officially registered in the list of people living below the poverty line.
- Disability: the applicant must have severe or multiple disability as per the official scheme guidelines under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- No other pension: the applicant should not already be getting another government pension such as the Chief Minister State Widow Honor Pension Scheme or the Swami Vivekanand Disabled Self-Reliance Promotion Scheme. People already covered under another pension, for example the Jharkhand Universal Pension Scheme, cannot get this pension again.
Exclusions
A household is not eligible for this scheme if it owns big assets or earns above the fixed limit. The main exclusion conditions are:
| Category | Condition |
|---|---|
| Vehicles | Possession of motorised two-wheeler, three-wheeler, four-wheeler or fishing boat. |
| Agricultural Equipment | Ownership of machine-operated three or four-wheeled implements. |
| Financial Status | Holding a Kisan Credit Card with a limit of ₹50,000 or more, or any member earning ₹10,000 or above per month. |
| Employment | Having a family member who is a government servant. |
| Taxation | Paying income tax or service tax. |
| Assets | Ownership of refrigerator or landline phone. |
| Housing | Having three or more rooms with concrete walls and roof, excluding PMAY and IAY beneficiaries. |
Application Process
This pension is applied through an offline process. There is no separate online form for the state-level pension, so eligible people need to apply in person at the correct office.
STEP 1 - Get the official application form from the office of the Block Development Officer or the Zonal Officer. Fill in all the details correctly and attach photocopies of the required documents. Self-attest the copies when asked.
STEP 2 - Submit the completed form and documents to the Block Development Officer if you live in a rural area. If you live in an urban area, submit them to the Zonal Officer of your district.
STEP 3 - The Block Development Officer or the Zonal Officer checks the form, verifies the documents and processes the application. Once approved, the pension is credited to the bank account of the eligible person.
Documents Needed
Keep the following documents ready while applying:
- Aadhaar Card, or a self-declaration if you do not have one.
- Voter ID Card.
- Disability Certificate showing severe or multiple disability.
- Bank Account Passbook.
- Signed declaration form.
References
Official links and documents for the scheme are given below:
View official scheme guidelines (PDF)
Visit Jharkhand government official website
Visit National Social Assistance Programme portal
FAQ's
What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
You receive a monthly pension of ₹1,000, shared as ₹300 from the Central Government and ₹700 from the State Government.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Applicants must be 18 years or older, belong to a BPL family, have severe or multiple disability under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and should not be getting any other government pension.
What is meant by severe disability under this scheme?
Severe disability means a disability level of 80% or more.
What does multiple disabilities mean in this scheme?
Multiple disabilities means more than one certified disability, for example a combination of hearing and vision impairment.
Is there an age limit for applying to the scheme?
Right now, you must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Under the new Pradhan Mantri Divyangjan Pension Yojana rules approved on 14 October 2026, there will be no minimum age once the new guidelines start.
Does the applicant need to be a resident of Jharkhand?
Yes, this scheme is for residents of Jharkhand.
Can a person already getting another government pension apply?
No, you are not eligible if you already draw a pension from another central or state social security scheme.
Where should rural applicants submit the form?
Rural applicants should submit the application and documents to the Block Development Officer.
Where should urban applicants submit the form?
Urban applicants should submit the form and documents to the Zonal Officer of their district.
Who approves the application?
The Block Development Officer for rural candidates and the Zonal Officer for urban candidates check and approve the applications.