Maharashtra Shravan Bal Seva Rajya Nivruttivetan Yojana 2026: ₹1,500 Monthly Pension, Application Form PDF and Online Steps

Maharashtra government's Maharashtra government is inviting Shravan Bal Seva Rajya Nivruttivetan Yojana applications for old age pension in 2026. This state sponsored pension scheme supports destitute senior citizens aged 65 years and above whose families are in the BPL family list or whose annual family income is below ₹21,000. As per the latest update from the Social Justice and Special Assistance (SJSA) department, eligible beneficiaries now receive ₹1,500 per month instead of the earlier ₹600. Application can be submitted at Collector Office, Tehsildar Office or Talathi Office and through the state's online citizen service portal.

Shravan Bal Yojana application form and its PDF are available at the offices of Collector, Tehsildar and Talathi and on the official website of Social Justice and Special Assistance department. People from both below poverty line (BPL) and non-BPL families can get benefits under this scheme. Old people who are not receiving any other government pension can apply and get monthly financial support.

Interested senior citizens can apply for Shravan Bal Seva Yojana online or by submitting the offline form. The details of pension amount, eligibility, documents and application steps are given below for 2026.

Maharashtra Shravan Bal Seva Yojana 2026 Online Apply

Shravan Bal Seva Rajya Nivruttivetan Yojana is a state sponsored pension scheme implemented by the Social Justice and Special Assistance (SJSA) department. The department has updated the scheme page with the latest pension amount and the process to apply. Eligible old people can check the details and submit the Shravan Bal Yojana application form in 2026.

Shravan Bal Yojana Maharashtra Eligibility Criteria

Check the complete eligibility criteria before applying for the pension scheme. The conditions are based on age, family income and residence in Maharashtra.

• Age: Applicant should be a destitute senior citizen who has completed 65 years of age.
• Income: Family name should be included in the BPL list of rural or urban areas, or the annual family income should be below ₹21,000. For disabled beneficiaries, the annual income limit is ₹50,000.
• Residence: Applicant should be a resident of Maharashtra for at least 15 years.
• No double benefit: Person receiving regular monthly pension under any other government scheme cannot receive benefits under this scheme.

People from both BPL and non-BPL families are covered under Shravan Bal Yojana. As per the official scheme page, eligible elderly persons get ₹1,500 per month. BPL beneficiaries may also remain eligible for the separate central government support under Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme.

A person receiving regular monthly financial benefits under any other government scheme will not be eligible to receive benefits under Shravan Bal Seva State Pension Scheme.

Documents Required

Age Proof: Any one of these - birth certificate from Gram Panchayat / Municipal body, school leaving certificate, ration card, voter list or Aadhaar card. If none of these is available, an age certificate from a Government Medical Officer with the doctor's name and registration number can be given.

Income Proof: Certificate from Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer showing that the family is below the poverty line.

Residence Proof: Certificate from Gram Sevak / Talathi / Mandal Inspector, or a residence certificate issued by a court.

After beneficiaries of Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana attain the age of 65 years, they will be included in Shravan Bal Seva State Pension Scheme and Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme subject to the criteria of these schemes.

Government also reserves the right to approve an application that meets the prescribed conditions and is received by the government in a particular case.

Shravan Bal Yojana Application Process

Applicants can apply in two ways. Offline application works through the local revenue offices, and online application uses the state citizen service portal. Both methods are explained below.

STEP 1 - Go to the official website of Social Justice and Special Assistance department at sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in or open the MAITRI portal where the Shravan Bal Seva service is available for citizens.

STEP 2 - Register or log in on the portal using the mobile number and Aadhaar details.

STEP 3 - Select Shravan Bal Seva Rajya Nivruttivetan Yojana or Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Yojana / Shravan Bal Yojana service under the Social Justice department.

STEP 4 - Fill in the application form with personal details, family income and bank account information, upload the required documents and submit the form.

STEP 5 - Note down the application ID after submission. To check the application status, visit the state benefit portal at mahadbt2.maharashtra.gov.in. The earlier status link sas.mahait.org now opens this state benefit portal.

For offline application, collect the form from Collector Office, Tehsildar Office, Talathi Office or the Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana branch. Fill in the form, attach the documents and submit it to the same office. After the checking process, the approved pension is credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account each month.

FAQ's

How much pension is given under Shravan Bal Yojana in Maharashtra?

Eligible senior citizens aged 65 years and above get ₹1,500 per month from the state government. BPL beneficiaries can also get separate money help under Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme.

Where can I submit Shravan Bal Yojana application form?

The form can be submitted at Collector Office, Tehsildar Office, Talathi Office or the Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anudan Yojana branch. Online submission is available through the MAITRI citizen service portal.

What is the income limit for Shravan Bal Yojana?

Annual family income should be below ₹21,000 for general senior citizens and below ₹50,000 for disabled beneficiaries. Families in the BPL list are also eligible.