The objective of this scheme is to provide social security to the elderly people of the poor family of the society by providing them financial assistance.

To be eligible, an applicant must be a resident of Bihar, 60 years of age or older, belong to a BPL family, and not receive pension benefits from any other social security scheme.

Beneficiaries aged 60 to 79 years receive ₹400 per month, while those aged 80 years or above receive ₹500 per month.

The pension amount is paid directly into the beneficiaries' bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) process, using the account number provided by the beneficiary.

Eligible applicants can submit their duly filled and signed application forms at the Right to Public Service (RTPS) counter located at the block office level, along with the required documents.

The Sanction Order can be collected from the RTPS counter where you submitted your application, upon presenting the acknowledgment receipt and a valid identity card.

If your application is rejected, you will be notified of the reasons. You can address the issues and reapply or seek assistance from the concerned authorities.

Yes, both elderly men and women who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the scheme.

You can lodge a complaint through the grievance redressal portal (https://www.sspmis.bihar.gov.in/) or by calling the toll-free number 18003456262.

No, beneficiaries who are already receiving pension benefits under any other social security scheme are not eligible for this pension.