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Jai Johar Pension

🏛️ Tribal Development Department • West Bengal Govt

💸 Direct Scheme Benefits

₹1,000 per month credited directly to the beneficiary bank account.

About the Scheme

Jai Johar is an old age pension scheme providing ₹1,000 per month to Scheduled Tribe residents of West Bengal aged 60 years and above. Like its companion scheme Taposili Bandhu, the pension is credited directly to the beneficiary bank account and is meant for those not already covered by another government pension. 🔗 Official Resources: • Jai Bangla Portal: https://jaibangla.wb.gov.in

📄 Documents Required

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    Bank Passbook CopyFirst page showing account number and IFSC details
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    Birth CertificateOfficial date of birth proof
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    Caste CertificateRequired for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC)
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    Aadhaar CardUnique identification document
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    Residential CertificateProof of domicile/residency in West Bengal

🚀 How to Apply

Step 1:Obtain the Jai Bangla Pension Form

Collect the Jai Bangla pension application form from the BDO, SDO or municipal commissioner office, or at a Duare Sarkar camp.

Step 2:Attach Tribe and Age Proof

Attach the ST caste certificate, age proof, residential proof and bank passbook copy.

Step 3:Submit and Verify

Submit the form to the designated office; the details are verified at the block or municipal level.

Step 4:Pension Disbursal

After sanction the monthly pension is credited directly to the beneficiary bank account.

🙋 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible for Jai Johar?

Scheduled Tribe residents of West Bengal aged 60 years and above.

How is Jai Johar different from Taposili Bandhu?

Jai Johar is for Scheduled Tribes, while Taposili Bandhu is for Scheduled Castes. The benefit amount is the same.