Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa - Persons with Disabilities is a state pension scheme of Tripura that provides ₹2,000 every month to eligible residents living with a disability. The amount is transferred directly to the bank account of the selected person through DBT.
The scheme is part of the state social pension system for 2026-27 and fresh applications are accepted through Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) offices across the state. Directorate of Social Welfare and Social Education manages this pension and publishes the list of selected people on its official website.
Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa - Persons with Disabilities - Introduction
Tripura government introduced Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa to give a secure life with dignity to families from the economically weaker sections. Under the Persons with Disabilities category, people with a certified disability receive a fixed monthly pension so that they can manage daily needs and treatment costs with less worry.
This pension category is also called 60% and above Disability Allowance. The monthly pension of ₹2,000 is paid through DBT as part of the state social pension network, and any update about the scheme is shared on the official website of the Social Welfare and Social Education Department.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa - Persons with Disabilities |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Tripura |
| Category | Social Welfare and Empowerment |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Pension Amount | ₹2,000 per month |
| DBT Scheme | Yes |
| Main Department | Directorate of Social Welfare and Social Education |
| Official Website | socialwelfare.tripura.gov.in |
Benefits
Each selected person gets ₹2,000 in cash every month under this pension. The money is credited directly to the bank account of the applicant through DBT, so there is no middleman and no cash in hand.
People can check the list of selected people on the official website of the Social Welfare and Social Education Department. Workers in the unorganized sector can also check the separate pension under Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa - Unorganized Workers.
Eligibility
Applicants should check these conditions before applying to see if they qualify for the pension:
- Residence - Applicant should be a permanent resident of Tripura.
- Disability - Applicant should be a person with a certified disability of 60% or above, as per the scheme details. A valid disability certificate from a recognized medical authority is required.
- Income - Total annual family income should not be more than ₹1,00,000 (₹1 lakh).
- Age - Applicant should be at least 10 years old.
- School admission - If the family has children in the age group of 6 to 14 years, they should be enrolled in a school recognized by the Government of Tripura.
The scheme covers many types of disability, including blindness, low vision, leprosy-cured persons, hearing impairment, locomotor disability, dwarfism, intellectual disability, mental illness, autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, chronic neurological conditions, specific learning disabilities, multiple sclerosis, speech and language disability, thalassemia, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, multiple disabilities including deaf-blindness, acid attack victims and Parkinson's disease.
Note: The pension stops if the person passes away, a family member gets a government job, annual family income crosses ₹1,00,000, or any exclusion condition applies.
Exclusions
These conditions will make an applicant ineligible for this pension:
- Income taxpayer - People who pay income tax cannot apply.
- Government employee - Anyone serving as a government employee is not eligible.
- Another category of the same scheme - Families already getting pension under any other category of Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa (except the infirm and persons with disability categories) cannot apply again.
- Other state pensions - People already getting a pension under the National Social Assistance Program (NSAP) or any of the 32 state social pension schemes are not eligible.
Application Process
Applications are accepted only through the offline process. There is no separate online application portal for this pension.
Offline
STEP 1 - Visit the office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) of your area and collect a free hard copy of the application form. The same form can be downloaded and printed from the official website.
STEP 2 - Fill in all the required details, sign the form where needed, and attach self-attested copies of the required documents.
STEP 3 - Submit the completed form and documents to the CDPO office under which your residence falls.
STEP 4 - Ask for a receipt or acknowledgement at the time of submission. The receipt should mention the date, time and a unique identification number.
Post-selection requirement - Selected people have to submit their life certificate and income certificate to the CDPO every year in November.
Documents
Applicants should keep these documents ready before filling the form:
- Income certificate - Issued by the Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM). BPL families may not need a separate income certificate.
- Proof of age - Birth certificate, school certificate or Madhyamik admit card.
- Ration card - Issued by the Food and Civil Supplies Department.
- Aadhaar card - Needed for identity and bank linking.
- Permanent Resident of Tripura Certificate (PRTC) - To prove state residence.
- Disability certificate - UDID card or disability registration number/slip from a recognized medical authority.
- Non-government employee certificate - Verified by the Panchayat secretary, ward secretary or a gazetted officer.
References
View Official Notification Page
Download Official Notification PDF
FAQ's
What are the benefits under this scheme?
A monthly pension of ₹2,000 is credited directly to the bank account of the selected person. The list of selected people is shared on the official website of the Social Welfare and Social Education Department.
What disabilities are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers blindness, low vision, hearing impairment, locomotor disability, intellectual disability, mental illness, autism, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, thalassemia, hemophilia, acid attack injuries, Parkinson's disease and many other disabilities.
Is there a minimum disability percentage?
As per the scheme details, the pension covers persons with a disability of 60% or above. A valid disability certificate from a recognized medical authority is required.
Can a person apply online?
No. Applications are accepted only through the offline process. The form should be submitted to the CDPO office of the applicant's area.
When does the pension stop?
The pension stops if the person passes away, a family member gets a government job, annual family income crosses ₹1,00,000, or any other exclusion condition applies.
What documents are needed after selection?
Selected people have to submit their life certificate and income certificate to the CDPO office every year in November.
Can a person without a bank account apply?
No. Since the pension is credited directly to a bank account, an active bank account in the applicant's name is required.
Who is not eligible for this pension?
Income taxpayers, government employees, people already getting pension under NSAP or other state social pension schemes, and families already covered under another category of the same scheme cannot apply.