Ladakh Social Security Pension — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Ladakh Social Security Pension 2026 — ₹1,500/Month for Senior Citizens, Widows & Disabled | lahdc.nic.in |
| State | Ladakh (लद्दाख) |
| Launched By | Government of Ladakh |
| Launch Year | 2020 |
| Benefit | ₹1,500/month social security pension for senior citizens (60+), widows, and disabled (40%+) in Ladakh UT |
| Category | Finance |
| Beneficiaries | 30,000+ pensioners in Ladakh |
| Last Verified | 19 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://lahdc.nic.in |
What is Ladakh Social Security Pension?
The Ladakh UT Administration (LAHDC Leh and LAHDC Kargil) provides social security pensions of ₹1,500/month to senior citizens aged 60+, widows, and persons with 40%+ disabilities who are permanent residents of Ladakh UT. Pension is disbursed via DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. The scheme covers both Leh and Kargil districts and runs parallel to the central IGNOAPS scheme. Annual income must be below ₹72,000. Around 30,000 beneficiaries in Ladakh.
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive ₹1,500/month social security pension for senior citizens (60+), widows, and disabled (40%+) in Ladakh UT. The scheme was launched in 2020 and is implemented by the Government of Ladakh.
लद्दाख UT प्रशासन (LAHDC Leh और Kargil) — वृद्ध (60+), विधवा, 40%+ दिव्यांग — ₹1,500/माह पेंशन — DBT। Leh और Kargil दोनों जिले। 30,000+ लाभार्थी। lahdc.nic.in।
₹1,500/माह — वृद्ध (60+), विधवा, दिव्यांग — लद्दाख UT — DBT
Benefits of Ladakh Social Security Pension
✅ ₹1,500/month social security pension for senior citizens (60+), widows, and disabled (40%+) in Ladakh UT
₹1,500/माह — वृद्ध (60+), विधवा, दिव्यांग — लद्दाख UT — DBT
Who is Eligible for Ladakh Social Security Pension?
- ✓ Permanent resident / domicile of Ladakh UT (Leh or Kargil district)
- ✓ Old Age: 60 years and above, annual income below ₹72,000
- ✓ Widow: Any age widow, income below ₹72,000, not remarried
- ✓ Disability: 40%+ disability certificate from CMO Leh/Kargil, income below ₹72,000
- ✓ Not receiving any other Central/State government pension
- ✓ Aadhaar-linked bank account
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Documents Required for Ladakh Social Security Pension
How to Apply for Ladakh Social Security Pension Online?
- 1Visit the official portal: https://lahdc.nic.in
- 2Register using your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify OTP
- 3Fill in the application form with personal and bank details
- 4Upload required documents
- 5Submit the application and note down the reference number
- 6Track application status on the official portal
Official Government Portal — Ladakh
Apply directly on the official Ladakh government website. This is the only authorised portal — never pay anyone to apply on your behalf. Application is completely free.
🔗 Apply at LAHDC PortalFrequently Asked Questions — Ladakh Social Security Pension
Common Questions About Ladakh Government Schemes
How much scholarship is given under Ladakh TSP Scholarship?+
₹12,000 per year is given to cover tuition fees, books, and boarding expenses for eligible ST students.
Where to apply for the Ladakh Tribal Sub-Plan Scholarship?+
Applications are submitted at the LAHDC office or online at lahdc.nic.in. Forms are also available at district education offices in Leh and Kargil.
What kind of infrastructure is built under this scheme?+
Rural roads, community halls, drinking water supply systems, solar street lights, and retaining walls are typically built under the Border Area Development Scheme in Ladakh.
Who is eligible for the employment component?+
Local youth aged 18–40 who are permanent residents of border villages in Leh and Kargil districts are eligible for paid work under the construction activities.
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Ladakh Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) Scholarship 2026 — ₹12,000/Year for ST Students | lahdc.nic.in
✅ ₹12,000 per year scholarship for ST students — covers tuition, books, and boarding expenses
LAHDC Border Area Development Scheme 2026 — Infrastructure & Employment for Border Villages in Ladakh
✅ Infrastructure development (roads, water supply, solar) + paid employment for local youth in border villages