Union Territory of Lakshadweep Pension Scheme for Old Age
The scheme aims to provide monthly financial assistance of ₹1,500/- to senior citizens in the UT. The scheme covers persons above 60 years of age who do not have any source of income...
Eligible beneficiaries receive a pension of ₹1,500/- per month (₹18,000/- per annum).
**Mode of Disbursement:**
The pension amount is disbursed directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.
**Frequency of Disbursement**
The pension amount is disbursed on a monthly basis.
Eligibility (who can apply)
The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
The applicant should be above 60 years of age.
The applicant’s monthly income should not exceed ₹1,500/- (₹18,000 per annum).
The applicant should not have any source of income.
The applicant should not be a beneficiary of any other similar pension scheme provided by the government.
**Note:** Priority is given to applicants who do not have financial support from family members.
How to Apply
**Offline**
**Application Process:**
**Step 1:** The eligible applicants may collect the application form from the nearest Village (Dweep) Panchayat office.
**Step 2:** Carefully fill out the application form and attach all supporting documents.
**Step 3:** Submit the completed application form along with the required documents to the Executive Officer at the Village (Dweep) Panchayat office.
**Post-Application Process:**
**Step 1:** The application is verified by the members of the Evaluation Committee of the respective Village (Dweep) Panchayat.
**Step 2:** After successful verification, the application is forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat (HQ), Kavaratti, for further processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Union Territory of Lakshadweep Pension Scheme for Old Age / what is the eligibility?
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of the Union Territory of Lakshadweep.
1. The applicant should be above 60 years of age.
1. The applicant’s monthly income should not exceed ₹1,500/- (₹18,000 per annum).
1. The applicant should not have any source of income.
1. The applicant...
What are the benefits of Union Territory of Lakshadweep Pension Scheme for Old Age?
- Eligible beneficiaries receive a pension of ₹1,500/- per month (₹18,000/- per annum).
**Mode of Disbursement:**
- The pension amount is disbursed directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.
**Frequency of Disbursement**
- The pension amount is disbursed on a monthly basis.
How to apply online for Union Territory of Lakshadweep Pension Scheme for Old Age?
**Offline**
**Application Process:**
**Step 1:** The eligible applicants may collect the application form from the nearest Village (Dweep) Panchayat office.
**Step 2:** Carefully fill out the application form and attach all supporting documents.
**Step 3:** Submit the completed application...