About Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension
The Government of Assam launched a pension scheme called “Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni”. This scheme is managed by the Department of Panchayat & Rural Development, Government of Assam. this scheme aims to provide a secure and regular pension to elderly residents of Assam. Anyone 60 years or older can benefit from this scheme and receive a monthly pension of ₹250 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The scheme is expected to benefit a large number of people, around 15,000-20,000 individuals in each area.
Objective Of This Scheme
- To Provide a consistent monthly pension to senior citizens above 60 years of age.
- ensuring that pension funds are transferred quickly and directly through Direct Benefit Transfer.
- Enhancing financial well-being of senior citizens across Assam.
Full Overview of Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension
Scheme Name | Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni |
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Announcement | Govt of Assam |
State Name | Assam |
Implementation | Launched on October 2, 2018 |
Objectives | Provide regular monthly pension to elderly residents of Assam for a better life |
Incentive | ₹250/- per month |
Beneficiaries | Residents of Assam aged 60 years or above |
Application Start | Always open |
Application Process | Offline registration |
Official Website | https://assam.gov.in/scheme-page/526 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Residents of Assam aged 60 years or above.
- Not Eligible:
- Beneficiaries of existing government schemes.
- Parents of government-employed children.
- Taxpayers earning above ₹2,50,000/-.
Benefits
- Regular Monthly Pension: Eligible beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of ₹250 through Direct Benefit Transfer.
- Timely Remittance: The pension amount is transferred to the beneficiary’s account on the first day of each month.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Identity
- Proof of Age / Date of Birth
- Domicile/Residential Certificate of Assam
- Details of the Aadhaar-Linked Bank Account
How To Apply
Offline
- Step 1: go to the appropriate office in your area. This could be a local government body like the Gaon Panchayat, Development Block, Municipal Corporation, Municipal Board, or Town Committee..
- Step 2: Obtain and complete the “Swahid Kushal Konwar Sarbajanin Briddha Pension Achoni” Application Form.
- To provide more clarity, particulars related to the following must be specified in the application form:
- Name of the applicant.
- Name of the applicant’s Father/Mother/Husband/Wife.
- Gender of the applicant.
- Date of Birth of the applicant
- Category of Caste (ST/SC/OBC/Others).
- Details of address, which includes the district; block; panchayat; village; ward number; and landmark of the applicant.
- Details of the bank account, which includes the name of the bank; the name of the branch; IFSC Code; and Account Number.
- Mobile number of the applicant.
- Step 3 : Submit the completed application form along with documents to the nearest authority in your jurisdiction.
Note: The application must bear the signature or thumb impression of the applicant.