The 'Differently Abled Pension Scheme' aims to provide a pension of ₹1,000/- to differently-abled persons with disability level 40% and above. The scheme provides other benefits ev...
2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meal.
4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meal.
Eligibility (who can apply)
The applicant should be 18 years or above in age.
The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above.
The applicant should not be employed in government or government-affiliated organizations.
If the applicant is employed permanently in the private sector institutions and drawing monthly salaries, OR if the applicant is self-employed, his/her income should not exceed ₹ 3,00,000/- per annum.
How to Apply
**Online - via CSC**
**Step 1:** The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.
**Step 2:** The applicant should visit the nearest [Common Service Center](https://tnega.tn.gov.in/csclocation) (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.
**Step 3:** In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload copies of all the mandatory documents.
**Step 4:** Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Differently Abled Pension Scheme / what is the eligibility?
1. The applicant should be 18 years or above in age.
1. The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above.
1. The applicant should not be employed in government or government-affiliated organizations.
1. If the applicant is employed permanently in the private sector institutions and d...
What are the benefits of Differently Abled Pension Scheme?
**Pension:**
- ₹1,000/- per month.
**Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali:**
- One free dhoti to a male pensioner.
- One free saree to a female pensioner.
**Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres:**
- 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meal.
- 4kg/month to those who are not tak...
How to apply online for Differently Abled Pension Scheme?
**Online - via CSC**
**Step 1:** The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.
**Step 2:** The applicant should visit the nearest [Common Service Center](https://tnega.tn.gov.in/csclocation) (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verifica...