Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme MP (Now Pradhan Mantri Divyangjan Pension Yojana)

Madhya Pradesh government runs Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme to give monthly financial support to differently abled persons living below the poverty line. Started on 1st April 2009, this scheme helps eligible individuals with 80 percent or more disability get a regular pension of ₹600 every month. The amount comes as ₹300 from the central government and ₹300 from the state government.

Update (17 October 2026): Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS), run in Madhya Pradesh as Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme, has a new central 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 the ₹600 MP amount given on this page apply. Any change in the state share will be added here once Madhya Pradesh announces it.

Department of Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities manages this scheme under the National Social Assistance Programme. It covers disabled residents of Madhya Pradesh aged between 18 and 79 years who belong to BPL families and do not receive any other social security pension.

Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme

Benefits

Under this scheme, eligible disabled persons receive a monthly pension of ₹600 to help with daily living expenses. The central government contributes ₹300 and the state government adds another ₹300. Payment goes directly to the beneficiary bank account through DBT. The scheme also has a Samadhan Ek Din facility for instant sanction in eligible cases.

Who Can Apply

You can apply for this pension if you meet all these conditions:

• You are a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh
• Your age is between 18 and 79 years (the new central rules remove the minimum age once guidelines are issued)
• You have a certified disability of 80 percent or more (40 percent will be enough under the new Pradhan Mantri Divyangjan Pension Yojana rules once guidelines are issued)
• Your family holds a valid BPL card or ration card showing below poverty line status
• You are not getting any other regular social security pension

Documents Needed

Keep these documents ready before you apply:

• Aadhaar card
• Three recent passport size photographs
• Official disability certificate showing 80% or more disability
• Age proof document (birth certificate, school certificate, or voter ID)
• BPL card or ration card
• Caste certificate if applicable
• Valid address proof
• Bank passbook or account details for DBT payment

How to Apply

STEP 1 - Visit your nearest Gram Panchayat or Janpad Panchayat office if you live in a rural area. For urban areas, go to the Nagar Nigam, Nagar Palika, or Nagar Panchayat office. Ask for the prescribed application form for Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme.

STEP 2 - Fill the application form with all your personal details, disability information, and family income details. Make sure everything is accurate and matches your supporting documents.

STEP 3 - Attach three recent passport size photographs, your disability certificate, age proof, BPL card, caste certificate if applicable, address proof, and a copy of your bank passbook. Self-attest all document copies.

STEP 4 - Submit the completed application with all attachments to the concerned office. Collect the acknowledgement receipt and keep it safe for future reference.

STEP 5 - Local officials will verify your documents and eligibility. They may visit your home for physical verification. Once verified, your name gets added to the pension list and payments start reaching your bank account. If there are any issues, you will receive a written notice explaining the reason.

References

• Application Form
• Pension Sanctioned Order / Samadhan Ek Din Guidelines
• Full Scheme Details on Official Website
• Madhya Pradesh Social Security Pension Portal

FAQ's

What is Indira Gandhi National Disabled Pension Scheme?

It is a social welfare scheme giving monthly pension of ₹600 to disabled persons with 80% or more disability who live below the poverty line in Madhya Pradesh.

Who is eligible for this pension?

Right now, permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh aged 18-79 years with 80% or more disability, belonging to a BPL family, and not receiving any other social security pension. Once the new Pradhan Mantri Divyangjan Pension Yojana guidelines are issued, 40% disability will be enough and there will be no minimum age.

How much pension will I get each month?

You will get ₹600 per month. This includes ₹300 from the central government and ₹300 from the state government.

Can I apply online for this scheme?

No, the application process is completely offline. You need to visit your local Gram Panchayat, Janpad Panchayat, or urban local body office to submit the form.

What documents do I need to submit?

You need Aadhaar card, three photos, disability certificate (80%+), age proof, BPL card, caste certificate if applicable, address proof, and bank account details.

How will I know if my application is approved?

After verification, you will be notified by the local authority. Once approved, the pension amount starts getting credited to your bank account directly.

What is Samadhan Ek Din facility?

It is an instant service facility where eligible applications can get sanctioned on the same day under specific conditions as per the government order.

Where can I get the application form?

You can get the form from your local Gram Panchayat, Janpad Panchayat, or urban local body office. It is also available for download on the official website.