Details
The “Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS)” is implemented by the Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children, Government of Punjab. Under this scheme, persons with disabilities aged 18 years and above, having a disability level of 80% or more, are eligible to receive a pension of ₹300/- per month. After attaining the age of 80 years, the pension amount increases to ₹500/- per month. Dwarfs are also included as an eligible category under this scheme.
Benefits
Pension is Rs. 300/- per month (age 18-79 year)
Pension is Rs. 500/- per month (age 80 and above year)
Eligibility
The applicant should be a resident of Punjab.
The applicant should be a person with a disability.
The percentage of the disability should be 80% or more.
The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 80 years.

Application Process

Offline
Online

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the District Social Security Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned staff.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the District Social Security Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
Identity Proof (Voter ID Card/ Driving License)
Disability Certificate
Proof of Age
Address Proof
Bank Account Details