Odisha

Eligibility

Entitlement

Type

Old age

Widow

Disabled

Family Benefit

Pension

60-80 years

Above 80 years

₹300 per month

₹500 per month

₹ 300 per month

₹ 10,000 one time payment

Apply

Process

Selection of beneficiaries are done in a transparent manner, in the presence of villagers and elected representatives of Gram Panchayat. The concerned officer submits the filled-in forms in the Block office. The information are computerized at Block level. Color-coded application forms and receipts will then be issued to different categories. E-transfer of fund is done by District Social Welfare Office (DSWOs) to each Block and they are then distributed to beneficiaries in hundred rupees domination. The Sub-collector supervises the distribution of pension and submits report to DSWO. Annual verification is done by Collectors and the reports are reviewed in the Collectors’ meeting.

Receive

Pension disbursed in cash at G.P head quarters on a fixed date i.e 15th of each month

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