What is Nagaland Old Age Pension (OAP)?
Nagaland Old Age Pension Scheme provides monthly financial support of ₹1,000 to ₹1,500 to senior citizens aged 60 and above under the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) combined with state supplement. Tribal senior citizens from BPL households or with annual income below ₹2 lakh are eligible. Beneficiaries aged 60–79 receive ₹1,000/month and those aged 80+ receive ₹1,500/month. Village Council certification is used in lieu of standard residential documents, as all community membership in Nagaland is governed through tribal councils.
Nagaland Old Age Pension (OAP) — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | Nagaland Old Age Pension Scheme 2026 — ₹1,000–₹1,500/Month for Senior Citizens 60+ | IGNOAPS Nagaland |
| State | Nagaland (नागालैंड) |
| Launched By | Government of Nagaland |
| Launch Year | 2007 |
| Benefit | ₹1,000/month (age 60–79) and ₹1,500/month (age 80+) old age pension via DBT for senior citizens in Nagaland |
| Category | Finance |
| Last Verified | 27 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://nagaland.gov.in |
Nagaland's Old Age Pension Scheme supports senior citizens aged 60+ from BPL tribal households. Under IGNOAPS plus state supplement: ages 60–79 receive ₹1,000/month; ages 80+ receive ₹1,500/month. Pension is credited monthly via DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. Village Council recommendation is mandatory to confirm tribal identity and residential status, replacing standard municipal records. Apply at the District Social Welfare Office.
📌 फायदा: ₹1,000/month (60–79 years) or ₹1,500/month (80+ years) — Nagaland tribal senior citizens, BPL, monthly DBT
पात्रता:
Nagaland tribal resident, age 60+, BPL/income below ₹2 lakh, not receiving another pension, Village Council recommendation required.
अर्ज कसा करावा:
Visit District Social Welfare Office with Aadhaar, tribal certificate, age proof, BPL/income certificate, Village Council recommendation letter, and bank passbook → submit application → Social Welfare Inspector verification → monthly pension credited via DBT.
Benefits of Nagaland Old Age Pension (OAP)
✅ ₹1,000/month (age 60–79) and ₹1,500/month (age 80+) old age pension via DBT for senior citizens in Nagaland
Who is Eligible for Nagaland Old Age Pension (OAP)?
- ✓ Permanent resident of Nagaland from a recognized tribal community
- ✓ Age 60 years or above
- ✓ BPL household or annual income below ₹2 lakh
- ✓ Not receiving any other monthly pension from central or state government
- ✓ Village Council recommendation confirming tribal community membership and residence
- ✓ Aadhaar-linked bank account for DBT
Documents Required for Nagaland Old Age Pension (OAP)
How to Apply for Nagaland Old Age Pension (OAP) Online?
- 1Open nagaland.gov.in and locate the registration or apply option
- 2Authenticate with your Aadhaar-linked mobile number (OTP verification)
- 3Complete the application form carefully — personal, bank and address details
- 4Upload scans of Aadhaar Card, Nagaland Tribal Certificate / Domicile Certificate, Age proof (NBSE certificate, voter ID, birth certificate, or medical age certificate)
- 5Cross-check every entry, then submit and save the reference number
- 6Track the application from the portal's status section while it is verified
Official Government Portal — Nagaland
Submit your application yourself on nagaland.gov.in; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
🔗 Apply at nagaland.gov.in