Launched by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand, the Swami Vivekananda Nishakt Swavalamban Protsahan Yojana aims to provide social security and financial assistance to differently abled individuals aged five years and above. This Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme ensures that a monthly pension is directly credited to the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries, thereby promoting their independence and social empowerment.
Benefits
- Monthly Pension: Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹1,000 per month.
- Direct Benefit Transfer: The pension is directly credited to the beneficiary’s bank account, ensuring transparency and timely disbursement.
- Social Empowerment: The scheme helps provide financial independence and a dignified life for differently abled individuals.
Eligibility
To qualify for the scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
- Age Requirement: The applicant should be at least five (5) years old.
- Disability Criteria: The applicant must belong to one of the following categories as defined under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016:
- Section-2 (r) – Benchmark disability.
- Section-2 (s) – Persons with Disabilities.
- Section-2 (t) – Persons with Disability having high support needs.
- Section-2 (zc) – “Specified Disability.”
- Identification Documents: Applicants aged 18 years and above should possess a Voter ID card and Aadhaar Card. In case an Aadhaar Card is not available, a self-declaration is required.
- Exclusivity: The applicant should not be a beneficiary under any other Social Security pension scheme.
- Employment Status: The applicant must not be retired or permanently employed in Central/State Government or public sector undertakings, nor should the applicant or their spouse be receiving any government or public sector pension.
- Income Tax Status: The applicant’s family should not be an income tax payer.
Application Process
Offline Application
- Request the Application Form:
- Visit the office of the Block Development Officer (BDO), Sub Divisional Officer (SDO), or Circle Officer to request the prescribed application format.
- Fill in the Application Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields and attach copies of all required documents (self-attest if necessary).
- Submission:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority:
- Rural Areas: Office of the BDO.
- Municipalities/Notified Areas: Office of the SDO or Circle Officer.
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned authority:
Documents Required
- Photocopy of Disability Certificate: Proof of disability as per the prescribed criteria.
- Age Proof: For applicants under 18 years, a Birth Certificate or an attested copy from the Headmaster/Principal is required.
- Voter ID Card: For applicants aged 18 years and above.
- Aadhaar Card: Or a self-declaration if the applicant does not have an Aadhaar Card.
- Copy of Bank Passbook: For verification of bank account details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is Swami Vivekananda Nishakta Swavlamban Protsahan Yojana?
A1: It is a social security scheme that provides a monthly pension of ₹1,000 to differently abled individuals in Jharkhand through Direct Benefit Transfer.
Q2: Which department has launched this scheme?
A2: The scheme is launched by the Department of Women, Child Development & Social Security, Government of Jharkhand.
Q3: What is the primary eligibility criterion?
A3: The applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand, aged five years or more, and belong to a specified disability category as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Q4: What is the rate and periodicity of the pension?
A4: The pension is ₹1,000 per month, directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Q5: Is the pension provided in cash?
A5: No, the pension is provided via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to the beneficiary’s bank account.
Q6: What documents are required to apply for this scheme?
A6: Applicants must submit a photocopy of their disability certificate, age proof (for those under 18), Voter ID Card (for those aged 18 and above), Aadhaar Card (or self-declaration if unavailable), and a copy of their bank passbook.
Q7: Is there an income criterion for eligibility?
A7: There is no specific income criterion mentioned, but the applicant should not be a beneficiary of any other social security pension scheme and must not be receiving a pension from government or public sector undertakings.
Q8: Can a widow avail of Mukhyamantri Rajya Nirashrit Mahila Samman Pension Yojana under this scheme?
A8: No, the applicant should not be receiving any family pension or pension from Central/State Government or public sector undertakings.
Q9: Is there a provision for retroactive pension payment if the application is delayed?
A9: Details on retroactive payments would be specified in the official guidelines. Applicants should refer to the guidelines for further clarification.
Q10: What if an applicant does not possess an Aadhaar Card?
A10: In the absence of an Aadhaar Card, the applicant must submit a self-declaration along with other acceptable identity documents as specified in the guidelines.