The Mukhyamantri Vridhjan Pension Yojna is an old-age pension scheme initiated by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Bihar. Its primary goal is to provide financial assistance to senior citizens, ensuring a steady income source during their later years. The scheme targets individuals aged 60 years or above and delivers the pension benefits directly through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) method.
Benefits
- Monthly Financial Support: Provides a monthly pension to help meet day-to-day expenses.
- Direct Benefit Transfer: Ensures timely and secure transfer of funds to the beneficiary’s bank account.
- Targeted Assistance: Focuses on supporting senior citizens who are not receiving any other form of pension from government services.
Eligibility
To qualify for the Mukhyamantri Vridhjan Pension Yojna, the applicant must:
- Be a permanent resident of Bihar.
- Be 60 years or older.
- Not be a retired government employee.
- Not be receiving any pension from government service, family pension, or any other social security source for the same purpose.
Application Process
Online Application Process
- Visit the Official Portal: Go to the Social Security Pension Management Information System (SSPMIS) website.
- Register for MVPY: Click on ‘Register for MVPY’. A verification window for Aadhaar authentication will appear.
- Aadhaar Verification: Enter all the mandatory details and click ‘Validate Aadhaar’. Once validated, click ‘Proceed’ to access the MVPY registration form.
- Complete Registration Form: Fill out the registration form with personal details, bank account information, and address details.
- Submit Form: After verifying all the information, submit the form to complete the registration process.
Documents Required
- EPIC Card
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Account Details with consent for DBT
- Proof of Age
- Passport Size Photograph
- Proof of Residence
- Any other documents as required by the authorities
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is Mukhyamantri Vridhjan Pension Yojna?
A1: It is an old-age pension scheme by the Government of Bihar that provides financial assistance to senior citizens aged 60 years or above.
Q2: Who is eligible for the pension under this scheme?
A2: Eligible beneficiaries are permanent residents of Bihar who are 60 years or older and are not retired government employees or receiving any other pension for the same purpose.
Q3: What are the benefits offered under this scheme?
A3: The scheme offers a monthly pension of ₹400 for individuals aged 60-79 years, and ₹500 for those aged 80 years and above, transferred directly via DBT.
Q4: How is the pension amount distributed?
A4: The pension is distributed directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
Q5: How frequently is the pension disbursed?
A5: The pension is disbursed on a monthly basis.
Q6: Can retired government employees apply for this pension scheme?
A6: No, retired government employees are not eligible to apply for this scheme.
Q7: Is there any restriction on receiving pensions from other sources?
A7: Yes, applicants must not be receiving any pension from government service, family pension, or any other social security source for this purpose.
Q8: Can non-residents of Bihar apply for this pension scheme?
A8: No, only permanent residents of Bihar are eligible for the scheme.
Q9: How can I apply under the scheme?
A9: Applications can be made online via the SSPMIS website by following the registration process outlined above.