Old Age Pension (Jai Bangla)
šļø Department of Women & Child Development and Social Welfare (Pension) ā¢ West Bengal Govt
ā¹1,000 per month credited directly to the beneficiary bank account.
About the Scheme
The state old age pension under the Jai Bangla umbrella provides ā¹1,000 per month to residents of West Bengal aged 60 years and above who are not covered by Taposili Bandhu or Jai Johar, which serve Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe beneficiaries respectively. The pension is meant for those without a regular pension from another government source and is credited directly to the beneficiary bank account. š Official Resources: ā¢ Jai Bangla Portal: https://jaibangla.wb.gov.in
š Documents Required
- āBank Passbook CopyFirst page showing account number and IFSC details
- āBirth CertificateOfficial date of birth proof
- āAadhaar CardUnique identification document
- āResidential CertificateProof of domicile/residency in West Bengal
- āRation Card DetailsRation card copy or number for family profiling (optional)
š How to Apply
Step 1:Collect the Pension Form
Obtain the Jai Bangla pension form from the BDO, SDO or municipal office, or at a Duare Sarkar camp.
Step 2:Attach Age and Residence Proof
Attach age proof, residential proof, Aadhaar and the bank passbook copy.
Step 3:Submit and Verify
Submit at the designated office; the details are verified at block or municipal level.
Step 4:Pension Disbursal
After sanction the monthly pension is credited directly to the bank account.