The Integrated Social Security Scheme (ISSS) is a state-sponsored initiative by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Jammu and Kashmir, designed to extend financial assistance to vulnerable groups including old age persons, widows, divorcees, women in distress, transgenders, and physically challenged persons. Under the “Pension for Physically Challenged Person” component of ISSS, eligible beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of ₹1,000, deposited directly into their bank accounts via DBT. The scheme is funded through a 50:50 Plan and Non-Plan sharing pattern, aiming to provide essential support to those with limited or no sources of livelihood.
Benefits
- Monthly Pension:
A pension of ₹1,000 per month is provided to each eligible physically challenged pensioner. - Disbursement Method:
Payments are made directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Eligibility
- Age:
The applicant must be between 18 and 79 years. - Disability Criteria:
The applicant should have severe or multiple disabilities with a disability percentage of at least 40%. - Income Criteria:
The applicant’s annual income should be less than ₹75,000, or the applicant must belong to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
Application Process
Offline Process
- Obtain Application Form:
- Application forms are available free of cost from the DSWO/TSWO.
- Alternatively, the form can be downloaded from this link.
- Submission:
- Fill in the application form with the required details and attach all necessary documents (proof of age, income, disability, address, etc.).
- Submit the completed and signed form to the concerned Tehsil Social Welfare Officer (TSWO) against a proper receipt.
- Consolidation and Approval:
- The TSWO consolidates the list of eligible applicants and forwards it to the District Social Welfare Officer.
- The District level Sanctioning Committee, headed by the Director General of the Social Welfare Department, reviews the applications and arranges for fund sanction.
- Disbursement:
- Funds are disbursed to beneficiaries via bank advice or money orders.
Documents Required
- Proof of Residence:
(e.g., Ration Card, Voter Card) - Income Certificate:
Certifying that annual income is less than ₹75,000 or that the applicant belongs to the BPL category. - Disability Certificate:
A certificate (40% or above) issued by a recognized Medical Board. - Aadhaar Card:
Copy of the Aadhaar card. - Bank Details:
Copy of the bank passbook (front page) or a cancelled cheque showing account details. - Photograph:
Passport-size photograph. - Personal Declaration:
A self-declaration regarding the applicant’s eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which are the components of ISSS?
ISSS includes pension components for Old Age Persons, Women in Distress, Physically Challenged Persons, and Transgenders. - What benefits are provided under the “Pension for Physically Challenged Persons” component?
A monthly pension of ₹1,000 is provided. - What is the aim of this component?
To offer monthly financial assistance to physically challenged individuals who have little or no livelihood support. - Is ISSS a central scheme or a state-sponsored scheme?
It is a state-sponsored scheme by the Government of Jammu and Kashmir. - Who are the beneficiaries of ISSS?
Beneficiaries include old age persons, widows, divorcees, women in distress, transgenders, and physically challenged persons. - Is there an income criterion for this pension component?
Yes, the applicant’s income must be less than ₹75,000 per annum or the applicant must belong to the BPL category.