Jharkhand Sarvajan Pension Yojana 2026 - Rs. 1000 for Old Age, Widow, Viklang Pension

Jharkhand Sarvajan Pension Yojana, earlier known as the Universal Pension Scheme, gives a monthly pension of Rs. 1,000 to senior citizens, widows and persons with disability in the state. The scheme is run by the Department of Women, Child Development and Social Security, Government of Jharkhand, and covers more than 30 lakh beneficiaries.

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren has kept the pension amount at Rs. 1,000 per month, which is credited directly into the bank accounts of eligible people through the DBT. The state government has simplified the eligibility rules so that more people can get the benefit without the old BPL certificate.

About Jharkhand Sarvajan Pension Yojana

Jharkhand Sarvajan Pension Yojana is an umbrella social security scheme that brings different pension schemes under one common process. It covers old age pension, widow pension, disability pension, HIV/AIDS pension and primitive tribe pension. Earlier this scheme was known as the Jharkhand Universal Pension Scheme.

The state cabinet had decided to introduce the universal pension by bringing changes to the pension rules. After the amendments, the pension scheme in Jharkhand is now available to all eligible people who do not fall under the two exclusion categories. A person of 60 years of age, any specially-abled person or widow above 18 years, and those entitled to pension under any other category are now covered unless they fall in the exclusion categories given below.

• If the beneficiary or an immediate family member is an income tax payer, or
• If the beneficiary or family member is a permanent employee of the state, centre or a public-sector undertaking.

The changes have been made in the centrally sponsored pension schemes under the National Social Assistance Programme and the social security pension schemes run under the state plan.

Highlights of Jharkhand Sarvajan Pension Yojana

The main details of the scheme are given in the table below for a quick look.

Detail	Information
Scheme Name	Jharkhand Sarvajan Pension Yojana
Launched By	Government of Jharkhand
Beneficiaries	Senior citizens, widows, persons with disability
Benefit Amount	Rs. 1,000 per month
Application Mode	Online and offline
Official Website	jharsewa.jharkhand.gov.in

Eligibility for Jharkhand Sarvajan Pension Yojana

The eligibility rules have been simplified under the new scheme. The BPL card requirement has been removed, so eligible people can now apply with their own documents. The age limit has also been reduced for women and SC and ST groups.

• Old age pension: Age of 60 years or above for general and OBC men, and 50 years for women and SC and ST men.
• Widow pension: Widow women above 18 years of age are eligible for the pension.
• Disability pension: Persons with 40 percent or more disability are eligible.
• The applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand and should not be getting any other state or central pension.

Benefits of the Scheme

Eligible people get Rs. 1,000 per month as the pension, which is credited directly into their bank accounts through the DBT. The state government tries to make sure that the amount reaches the account before the 5th date of every month.

• Old age, widow and disabled pension beneficiaries get Rs. 1,000 per month.
• The pension amount is credited directly into the bank account, which removes the need for middlemen.
• BPL card is no longer required, so more eligible people can apply for the scheme.

How to Apply for Jharkhand Sarvajan Pension Yojana

Eligible people can apply for the pension online through the Jharsewa portal or by going to the Block Development Office (BDO) in rural areas and the Circle Officer (CO) office in urban areas. The online process is simple and can be done from home.

STEP 1 - Go to the official Jharsewa portal at jharsewa.jharkhand.gov.in and click on 'Register Yourself' to create an account with your name, mobile number and email.

STEP 2 - Log in with the OTP and go to the 'Apply for Services' section. Search for the pension scheme and click on the link.

STEP 3 - Fill in your personal details, date of birth and bank account information, and upload the required documents.

STEP 4 - Submit the form and download the acknowledgment slip. The application is then verified by the BDO office before the pension is approved.

Documents Required

Applicants need to keep the following documents ready while filling the form. Self-attested copies of the documents are required.

• Aadhaar card for identity and DBT linking.
• Bank passbook of an active account linked to Aadhaar.
• Age proof such as birth certificate, school certificate or voter ID card.
• Voter ID card as proof of permanent residence in Jharkhand.
• Widow certificate for widow pension and disability certificate for disability pension.

Related Pension Scheme

Jharkhand also runs the Mukhyamantri Rajya Nirashrit Mahila Samman Pension Yojana, which gives a monthly payment of Rs. 1,000 to women who do not have their own means of support. This scheme is also run by the Department of Women, Child Development and Social Security, Government of Jharkhand.

FAQ's

What is the minimum age for the pension in Jharkhand?

General and OBC men need to be 60 years or above, while women and SC and ST men can apply for the pension at 50 years of age.

Is a BPL card required for the pension?

No, the BPL card requirement has been removed. Eligible people can apply with their own card or other documents.

How much pension is received under the scheme?

Eligible people get Rs. 1,000 per month, which is credited directly into their bank accounts through the DBT.

Where can I apply for the pension?

You can apply online at jharsewa.jharkhand.gov.in or at the BDO office in rural areas and the CO office in urban areas.

Source / Reference Link: https://jharsewa.jharkhand.gov.in/