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West BengalSenior Citizens
Old Age Pension
Managed by: Department of Women Development & Social Welfare (Directorate of Social Welfare)
About the Scheme
West Bengal Old Age Pension provides monthly financial support to destitute elderly citizens belonging to Below Poverty Line families.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •Monthly pension of Rs. 1,000 via DBT
- •No beneficiary contribution required
Eligibility Criteria
State ResidencyPermanent resident of West Bengal
Age Limits60 years or above
Family Income CapMust belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) family
Social Class / CategoryOpen to all categories (priority to General not covered by Jai Bangla)
Additional Prerequisites
- Must not receive any other pension
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
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Apply via socialsecurity.wb.gov.in
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Submit Form P at BDO / Municipal office with BPL documentation
Who Should Apply?
- ✓BPL seniors aged 60+ not covered by Jai Bangla
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗SC/ST seniors (apply for Jai Bangla instead)
- ✗Non-BPL seniors
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is BPL card mandatory?
Yes, this scheme exclusively targets senior citizens from BPL families.
Related Welfare Schemes
Jai Bangla Pension
Who Can Apply:
SC/ST residents aged 60+ in West Bengal
Key Benefits:
•Monthly pension of Rs. 1,000 credited directly to bank account
•Covers both Taposili Bandhu (SC) and Jai Johar (ST) sub-schemes
Updated: July 2026
Widow Pension
Who Can Apply:
Destitute widows in WB with no income
Key Benefits:
•Monthly pension of Rs. 1,000 via DBT
Updated: June 2026
Manabik Pension
Who Can Apply:
Persons with 40%+ disability in WB
Key Benefits:
•Monthly pension of Rs. 1,000 via DBT
•No age restriction for disabled persons
Updated: July 2026
Old Age Pension for Transgender Persons
Who Can Apply:
Transgender individuals in WB aged 60+ without stable income sources
Key Benefits:
•Monthly pension allowance of Rs. 1,000 transferred directly to Aadhaar-linked bank accounts
Updated: July 2026
Scheme Details
State / CentralWest Bengal
AuthorityDirectorate of Social Welfare
SubcategoryOld Age Support
Launch Date2013
Target Beneficiarysenior-citizens
Official Helpline1800-345-5505 (Toll-Free)