Leprosy Pension Scheme 2026 - ₹3,000 Monthly Pension in UP, Apply Online at sspy-up.gov.in

Uttar Pradesh government is running Leprosy Pension Scheme in 2026 for people who became disabled due to leprosy. Under this scheme, eligible residents get ₹3,000 every month as maintenance support, and the amount is paid directly into their bank accounts through the PFMS system.

Run by the Persons with Disabilities Department of Uttar Pradesh, the scheme now covers more than 13,000 eligible people across the state. The monthly pension was raised from ₹2,500 to ₹3,000 in 2021, and online applications stay open at sspy-up.gov.in for permanent residents who meet the income rules.

Leprosy Pension Scheme - Introduction

Leprosy Pension Scheme is a state welfare scheme of the Government of Uttar Pradesh. It provides a regular monthly grant for the maintenance and care of people who are living with disabilities caused by leprosy. The main aim is to give financial support to families whose income is limited.

Anyone affected by leprosy can apply, no matter how old they are and no matter what percentage of disability they have. The disability certificate issued by the Chief Medical Officer of the district is the main document for selection. Payment is made through Aadhaar-based direct transfer into the bank account of the eligible person.

Highlights of Leprosy Pension Scheme

Main points of the scheme are given in the table below for a quick look.

Benefits

Eligible people get a fixed monthly pension of ₹3,000 under this scheme. The amount is sent directly to the bank account through the PFMS system and treasury e-payment, so there is no middleman and no cash handling. Earlier the pension was ₹2,500 per month, which was increased to ₹3,000 in 2021.

The number of people getting this pension has grown from 4,765 in the financial year 2016-17 to 13,667 in 2025-26. This shows the scheme is running well and reaching more eligible people every year.

Eligibility

Eligibility rules for this scheme are simple and are listed below. Applicants need to meet all conditions at the time of applying.

1. Applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh with valid domicile proof.
2. Applicant must have a disability caused by leprosy. Any percentage of disability is accepted, and there is no minimum limit.
3. There is no age restriction. People of any age group can apply.
4. Family income should be within the BPL limit, which is ₹46,080 per year for rural areas and ₹56,460 per year for urban areas.
5. Applicant should not be getting any other government pension like old age pension or destitute women pension.

Application Process

Application can be done online through the official portal sspy-up.gov.in. The process is fully digital, so there is no need to visit government offices for registration.

STEP 1 - Open the official website sspy-up.gov.in and click on the user login or new registration option on the homepage.

STEP 2 - Select the Disability and Leprosy Pension option from the list of schemes and open the application form.

STEP 3 - Fill in personal details, bank account information, income details and describe the disability clearly in the form.

STEP 4 - Upload the required documents like photograph, age proof, disability certificate issued by the Chief Medical Officer and bank passbook copy.

STEP 5 - Submit the form and keep the acknowledgement number safe for future status checks.

People who cannot apply online can also submit the form through Jan Suvidha Kendra or Lokvani centres. In rural areas, the proposal goes through the gram sabha, and in urban areas it is completed through the sub-divisional officer.

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting the application so that the form is not delayed.

1. Passport size colour photograph.
2. Age proof like Aadhaar card, birth certificate or class 10 certificate.
3. Disability certificate issued by the Chief Medical Officer of the district. There is no percentage limit for leprosy disability.
4. Income certificate showing the family is below the poverty line.
5. Bank passbook copy showing account number and IFSC code.

References

Guidelines-1: Official scheme page of the Persons with Disabilities Department

Guidelines-2: Pension note PDF with scheme details

Application Form: Online registration form for Handicap Pension

News: Times of India report on Kushthavastha Pension Yojana

For related UP welfare schemes, see UP Divyang Pension and the full Yogi Adityanath Schemes list.

FAQ's

What is Leprosy Pension Scheme?

Leprosy Pension Scheme is a state welfare scheme of the Government of Uttar Pradesh that gives a monthly pension to people who became disabled due to leprosy. It is run by the Persons with Disabilities Department, Uttar Pradesh.

How much pension is given under this scheme?

Eligible people get ₹3,000 per month. The pension was increased from ₹2,500 to ₹3,000 in 2021.

Who can apply for this scheme?

Permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh who are disabled due to leprosy can apply. There is no age limit and no minimum disability percentage.

What is the income limit for applying?

Family income should be within the BPL limit. It should not be more than ₹46,080 per year in rural areas and ₹56,460 per year in urban areas.

Can I apply if I already get another pension?

No. People getting old age pension, destitute women pension or any other government pension cannot apply for this scheme.

How can I apply online?

Visit sspy-up.gov.in, select the Disability and Leprosy Pension option, fill the form with personal and bank details, upload documents and submit. Offline submission is also possible through Jan Suvidha Kendra or Lokvani centres.

Is the scheme still running in 2026?

Yes. The scheme is active in 2026 and more than 13,000 eligible people are getting the monthly pension through direct bank transfer.