Government Social Welfare & Pension Schemes

India's social welfare landscape spans central NSAP schemes like IGNOAPS and dozens of state-specific pension programmes. Our rule-based tools help you accurately determine eligibility for old age pension, widow pension, and other government welfare benefits. All data is sourced from official state government portals, the NSAP portal (nsap.nic.in), and official budget documents. No guesswork or estimates.

Central vs. State Pension Schemes

India's old age social security operates at two levels: the central government provides IGNOAPS (Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme) at ₹300–500/month, while states add their own top-ups, making the actual pension received vary significantly from ₹600 (MP) to ₹3,500 (Andhra Pradesh).

National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP)

NSAP, administered by the Ministry of Rural Development, covers five components: Old Age (IGNOAPS), Widow (IGNWPS), Disability (IGNDPS), Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS), and Annapurna. Our tools focus specifically on the old age pension component alongside state supplements.

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

All state OAP disbursements occur via DBT directly to the beneficiary's bank or post office account. A valid bank account linked to Aadhaar is required across all states.

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State Old Age Pension Eligibility

Each Indian state has its own Old Age Pension scheme layered on top of the central IGNOAPS. Use our checker to see the exact amount, income limits, and application portal for your state.

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Check if you qualify for Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY health scheme — ₹5 lakh free hospitalisation cover. Also check Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana for senior citizens aged 70+.

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Ayushman Bharat PMJAY Eligibility Checker

Check your likely eligibility for Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY (₹5 lakh/year cashless health cover) and the Vay Vandana Yojana for seniors 70+. Instant guide, no login required.

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