The Chief Minister Specially Abled Samman Pension Scheme is an initiative by the Government of Rajasthan aimed at providing financial assistance to disabled persons (Divyangjan) in the state. This scheme targets individuals suffering from one or more disabilities (with a disability level of 40% and above), regardless of their age. From October 2, 2021, the scheme has implemented an automated online approval process using metadata from the Jan Aadhaar portal, ensuring efficient processing of applications.
Benefits
- Pension Amounts:
- Women below 55 years and Men below 58 years: ₹750 per month
- Women aged 55 years and above, and Men aged 58 years and above but less than 75 years: ₹1,000 per month
- Beneficiaries aged 75 years and above (male and female): ₹1,250 per month
- Leprosy-free beneficiaries of all ages (male and female): ₹1,500 per month
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be specially-abled persons (Divyangjan) with 40% or more disability.
- Suffer from one or more of the following disabilities:
- Blindness
- Short-sightedness
- Locomotor disability
- Leprosy free
- Hearing loss
- Mental retardation
- Mental illness
- Dwarfism (for adults less than 3 feet 6 inches tall, with a valid certificate from an authorized medical officer)
- Naturally suffering from eunuchism
- Be a native of Rajasthan and reside in Rajasthan.
- Have a combined annual income (from all sources) up to Rs. 60,000/-.
Application Process (Online)
- Access the Official Portal:
- Visit the official portal for the scheme.
- Login/Registration:
- If you already have an SSO (Single Sign-On) account, log in using your SSO user ID and password.
- If you do not have an SSO ID, register by clicking “Registration”. You can create an SSO ID using your Janaadhar or Google account and complete the SSO profile process.
- Select the Scheme:
- After logging in, select the appropriate scheme (Chief Minister Specially Abled Samman Pension Scheme) and click on the “Next” button.
- Complete Application:
- Fill out all the required details and academic information, then click on the “Submit” button.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card Copy
- Bhamashah Card Copy
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is this scheme?
- It is a pension scheme providing financial assistance to specially-abled persons in Rajasthan.
- What are the benefits under the scheme?
- Depending on age and disability status, beneficiaries receive a monthly pension ranging from ₹750 to ₹1,500.
- Who can get the benefits?
- Specially-abled persons (with 40% or above disability) belonging to the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, or Minorities, who are residents of Rajasthan and have a combined annual family income of up to Rs. 60,000.
- May a person from another state apply for the scheme?
- No, only residents (natives) of Rajasthan are eligible.
- How to apply for the scheme?
- Applications must be submitted online through the official portal using an SSO account.
- What documents are needed?
- You must submit copies of your Aadhaar Card and Bhamashah Card.
- What is the official portal to apply?
- The scheme is accessible through the designated official online portal.
- What is the pension amount for women & men below 55 years and 58 years respectively?
- Women below 55 years and men below 58 years receive ₹750 per month.
- Under which disabilities is the pension provided?
- The pension covers persons suffering from disabilities including blindness, short-sightedness, locomotor disabilities, hearing loss, mental retardation/illness, dwarfism, and conditions related to eunuchism, among others. Additionally, leprosy-free beneficiaries receive a higher pension.
- What is the financial eligibility for the scheme?
- The combined annual family income must not exceed Rs. 60,000/-.