Arunachal Pradesh Old Age Pension – Complete Guide 2026

What is the Arunachal Pradesh Old Age Pension?

The Arunachal Pradesh Old Age Pension provides monthly financial assistance to senior citizens from BPL families under the IGNOAPS with state top-up from the Arunachal Pradesh government.

Pension Amount

Includes central and state components. Verify with the District Social Welfare Office.

Who is Eligible?

• Age: 60 years or above
• Residency: Permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh (APST certificate or domicile)
• Income: BPL or below prescribed income limit
• Not receiving any other government pension or retirement benefits

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card
• APST certificate or permanent resident certificate
• Age proof (birth certificate / voter ID / school certificate)
• BPL card or income certificate
• Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
• Residential proof
• Passport-size photographs (2)
• Gaon Burah / Village Authority certificate

How to Apply – Step-by-Step

1. Visit the Gaon Burah (Village Head) office or Circle Office
2. Collect the Old Age Pension application form
3. Fill in personal, age, income, and bank details
4. Attach self-attested document copies
5. Get verified by the Gaon Burah / Village Authority
6. Submit at the Circle Office or District Social Welfare Office
7. After verification and district-level approval, pension is credited via DBT

Processing Time

• Verification to first payment: 2-4 months

Important Tips

1. Gaon Burah certification is important in Arunachal Pradesh
2. APST certificate serves as primary identity/residency proof
3. Link Aadhaar to bank account before applying
4. Annual life verification is mandatory
5. Contact the DSWO for any pension-related grievances

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the pension amount?

A: Approximately ₹400-800/month for 60-79 and ₹700-1,200 for 80+.

Q2: Can I apply online?

A: Check nsap.nic.in. Primary method is offline through the Circle Office.

Q3: Is APST certificate mandatory?

A: APST certificate or permanent resident certificate is needed as residency proof.

Q4: What role does the Gaon Burah play?

A: The Gaon Burah (village head) verifies the applicant's identity, residency, and eligibility at the village level.

Q5: How is the pension paid?

A: Through DBT to the Aadhaar-linked bank account.

Q6: Can I avail this along with Dulari Kanya for my daughter?

A: Yes, these are separate schemes — old age pension for the senior citizen and Dulari Kanya for the girl child. See our Dulari Kanya guide.

Disclaimer: This guide is published by CitizenNest for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh. Visit arunachalpradesh.gov.in for official details. Current as of March 2026.