Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme — Social Security for Senior Citizens Full Details
Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme — Government of Meghalaya
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Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme — Quick Info
| Scheme Name | Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme 2026 — ₹1,000–₹1,500/Month for Senior Citizens | Social Welfare Meghalaya |
| State / UT | Meghalaya (Meghalaya) |
| Launch Year | 2007 |
| Benefit | ₹1,000–₹1,500/month old age pension — BPL senior citizens aged 60+ in Meghalaya — monthly DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| Official Website | https://meghalaya.gov.in/schemes |
What is Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme?
Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme gives ₹1,000–₹1,500/month to BPL senior citizens aged 60+ in Meghalaya. Khasi, Jaintia, and Garo tribal elderly are the primary beneficiaries. Village Councils (Dorbar Shnong in Khasi/Jaintia Hills; Nokma-led councils in Garo Hills) identify and recommend eligible elderly applicants. Those aged 80+ receive higher central support under IGNOAPS. Monthly DBT payment to Aadhaar-linked account. Apply at the District Social Welfare Office (DSWO) with age proof, BPL certificate, Village Council recommendation, Aadhaar, and bank passbook.
Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme Benefits
✅ ₹1,000–₹1,500/month old age pension — BPL senior citizens aged 60+ in Meghalaya — monthly DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account
Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme Eligibility
Permanent Meghalaya resident, 60+ years, BPL (income below ₹1 lakh/year), no regular income or other government pension, Aadhaar-linked bank account mandatory. Village Council recommendation required.
Required Documents
- ✓ Aadhaar Card
- ✓ Meghalaya Domicile Certificate / Tribal Certificate (for tribal applicants)
- ✓ Age Proof (birth certificate, voter card showing age, or ASHA/ANM certified age for older residents)
- ✓ BPL Card or Income Certificate (income below ₹1 lakh/year)
- ✓ Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
- ✓ Passport-size photograph
- ✓ Village Council / Dorbar Shnong / Nokma recommendation letter
- ✓ Self-declaration of no other pension or regular income source
How to Apply for Meghalaya Old Age Pension Scheme?
Get Dorbar Shnong/Nokma council recommendation → collect age proof + BPL/income certificate from SDO → visit DSWO with Aadhaar, domicile/tribal certificate, bank passbook → fill IGNOAPS/state pension form → monthly DBT pension starts after approval.
- 1Obtain a recommendation letter from the Village Council (Dorbar Shnong in Khasi/Jaintia areas; Nokma council in Garo areas)
- 2Collect age proof and income/BPL certificate from the Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) or DC office
- 3Visit the District Social Welfare Office (DSWO) with all documents
- 4Fill the Meghalaya Old Age Pension / IGNOAPS application form at the DSWO office
- 5Submit completed form with Aadhaar, domicile/tribal certificate, age proof, BPL card/income certificate, bank passbook, and Village Council recommendation
- 6After DSWO verification and approval, ₹1,000–₹1,500/month pension is credited monthly to the Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT
Official Website — Meghalaya
Apply directly on the Government of Meghalaya website. Application is completely free — do not pay anyone.
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