Indira Gandhi National Special Ability Pension offers monthly financial support to specially-abled persons living in Himachal Pradesh. This central scheme runs under the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) of the Ministry of Rural Development and supports people with severe disability who belong to poor families.
Himachal Pradesh adds its own state top-up on top of the central pension, so eligible people receive a combined monthly amount paid directly into their bank account through DBT. As of August 2026, the scheme continues to accept fresh applications through the district social welfare offices and the online eKalyAn portal.
Indira Gandhi National Special Ability Pension - Introduction
Indira Gandhi National Special Ability Pension is a central government scheme implemented in Himachal Pradesh to support specially-abled persons. Under this Yojana, the Government of India contributes a monthly pension for people with severe and multiple disabilities who belong to below poverty line (BPL) households. The Himachal Pradesh government then adds a state top-up amount, which makes the total pension higher and helps beneficiaries lead a more independent life.
The scheme is part of the National Social Assistance Programme, which the Ministry of Rural Development runs. Payments go directly into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the eligible person, so the money reaches the beneficiary without any middleman.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Indira Gandhi National Special Ability Pension |
| Beneficiary State | Himachal Pradesh |
| Nodal Department | Department of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| DBT Scheme | Yes |
| Monthly Pension | ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 (central + state top-up) |
| Application Mode | Offline at Social Welfare Office and online at eKalyAn |
Benefits
Eligible people get a combined monthly pension made up of the central amount and the Himachal Pradesh state top-up. The exact figure depends on the level of disability.
- People with 40% to 79% disability from a BPL or low-income family receive around ₹1,000 per month, which includes ₹300 from the central government and the state top-up.
- People with 80% or more severe disability receive around ₹1,500 per month, with the state adding a higher top-up on the central pension.
- The full amount is paid directly into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary through DBT, so there is no cash handling or middleman.
Eligibility
To qualify for this Yojana, an applicant needs to meet the following conditions:
- Must be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh with a valid HP domicile.
- Must have a disability of 40% or more, certified by the Chief Medical Officer or a Medical Board.
- Must belong to a BPL household or have an annual family income below ₹50,000.
- Must be 18 years of age or above.
- Must not already be receiving any other government disability pension above ₹1,500 per month.
Application Process
Applicants can apply through the district social welfare office or online through the official eKalyAn portal. The steps are given below.
STEP 1 - Visit the nearest CDPO office, Social Welfare Office or Tehsil office, or open the official eKalyAn portal at ekalyanhp.nic.in to start the application.
STEP 2 - Obtain and fill the Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension application form with accurate personal and disability details.
STEP 3 - Get a disability certificate of 40% or more from the Chief Medical Officer or a Civil Hospital medical board if you do not already have one.
STEP 4 - Attach all required documents such as Aadhaar, HP domicile, income certificate, disability certificate and bank passbook.
STEP 5 - Submit the completed form for verification by the CDPO and the social welfare department.
STEP 6 - After approval, the monthly pension is credited directly to the Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT.
Documents
Applicants must keep the following documents ready before applying:
- Disability certificate of 40% or more issued by the Chief Medical Officer or Medical Board.
- Valid HP domicile certificate or ration card.
- Income certificate showing annual family income below ₹50,000.
- Aadhaar card and a passport-size photograph.
- Bank passbook of an Aadhaar-linked account, and UDID card if available.
References
National Social Assistance Programme Official Website
Himachal Pradesh Social Security Pension Page
Himachal Pradesh eKalyAn Online Portal
FAQ's
Who is eligible for this pension?
Permanent residents of Himachal Pradesh aged 18 years and above with a certified disability of 40% or more, belonging to a BPL or low-income family, are eligible.
How much is the monthly pension?
Eligible people receive between ₹1,000 and ₹1,500 per month, made up of the central pension and the Himachal Pradesh state top-up.
Is the scheme still running in 2026?
Yes, the scheme is still running under the National Social Assistance Programme and continues to accept fresh applications in 2026.
Can I apply online?
Yes, applicants can apply online through the official eKalyAn portal at ekalyanhp.nic.in, or offline at the district Social Welfare Office.
Is there an application fee?
No, there is no fee for applying to this Yojana.