The Government of Puducherry introduced Old Age And Destitute Pension Scheme to extend a helping hand by way of monthly financial assistance to Old Age Persons/Widows/ Deserted Women/ Unmarried Women and Enuches so that they could defray some petty personal expenses without depending on others.

Amount of Assistance

• ₹1500/- per month for age less than 60 years.
• ₹2000/- per month for age between 60 and 79 years.
• ₹3000/- per month for age 80 years and above.

Eligibility

• Old Age (Men/Women) above 55 years.
• Widows above 18 years.
• Deserted Women (7+ years deserted).
• Unmarried Women above 40 years.
• Transgender above 21 years (proof required).

Application Process

Offline

Whom to Apply:
Puducherry: Deputy Director (Social Defence), Old Age Pension Section.
Karaikal: Child Development Project Officer.
Mahe/Yanam: Welfare Officer.

Processing: Periodical, based on vacancies and funds.

Documents Required

• Identification certificate.
• Income certificate (Not Exceeding ₹75,000/-).
• Residence certificate.
• Proof of age (Birth certificate etc.).
• Ration Card, Aadhaar, Bank Passbook.
• Death certificate of husband (for widows).
• Affidavits for deserted or unmarried women.
• Medical certificate for transgender applicants.