Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension (IGNDPS) — ₹300

What is IGNDPS?

Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS) is a centrally sponsored social assistance scheme under NSAP (National Social Assistance Programme) providing monthly cash support to BPL persons with severe disabilities aged 18 to 79 years.

The central government provides ₹300/month, with state governments adding supplementary amounts. Combined pensions range from ₹500 to ₹1,000+/month depending on the state.

Key features:

• ₹300/month central government contribution
• States add top-ups to bring total to ₹500–₹1,000/month
• For persons with severe disability (80%+ disability) under the original scheme
• Many states also include persons with 40%+ disability under state-funded components
• DBT to Aadhaar-linked bank account

State variations: Many states run integrated disability pension schemes combining IGNDPS central funds with state funds. The eligibility and amount vary. Check your state's social welfare portal.

Who is Eligible?

• Must have a severe disability — 80%+ disability (central IGNDPS) or 40%+ (for state component in many states)
• Age: 18 to 79 years (80+ receive old age pension instead)
• Must be from a BPL family
• Not receiving any other government disability pension
• Must have a government-issued disability certificate

State-Wise Combined Disability Pension Amounts

How to Apply

Via Gram Panchayat (Rural)

1. Visit your Gram Panchayat office
2. Ask for the IGNDPS / Disability Pension application form
3. Fill and submit with:
   • Aadhaar card
   • Disability certificate (40% or 80%+ from government CMO)
   • BPL card or income certificate
   • Bank passbook
4. Panchayat forwards to Block for verification
5. Approved — added to pension list

Via State Online Portal

Most states have state-specific disability pension portals:

• UP: sspy-up.gov.in → Divyang Pension
• Bihar: sspmis.bihar.gov.in
• Rajasthan: ssp.rajasthan.gov.in
• MP: socialjustice.mp.gov.in
• Maharashtra: aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in

Documents Required

1. Aadhaar card
2. Disability certificate — from CMO / government district hospital showing % disability
3. BPL card / Income certificate (family below poverty line)
4. Age proof — Aadhaar, voter ID, birth certificate
5. Bank passbook — in the applicant's own name, Aadhaar-linked for DBT
6. Passport-size photograph

Getting a Disability Certificate

If you don't have a disability certificate:

1. Visit District Hospital / Government CMO office
2. Request a disability evaluation
3. A medical board evaluates and issues a certificate with the disability percentage
4. Free of charge at government facilities
5. Also apply for UDID card (Unique Disability ID) at swavlambancard.gov.in — national disability identity used across all states

IGNDPS vs State Disability Pension — What's Different?

The IGNDPS (central) provides ₹300/month strictly for 80%+ disability and BPL. Most states run parallel or enhanced schemes that include 40%+ disability and provide higher amounts. When you apply at the state portal, you typically access the combined central + state benefit without needing to separately identify the central vs state components.

Check Payment Status

1. Go to nsap.nic.in
2. Select "Reports" → your state → beneficiary search
3. Enter Aadhaar to check payment status

Or check your state-specific disability pension portal.

NSAP Pension Comparison

Only one NSAP pension per person — if eligible for multiple, the state determines which one applies (usually the one providing the most benefit).

Frequently Asked Questions

I have 50% disability. Am I eligible for IGNDPS?

Central IGNDPS strictly requires 80%+ disability. However, your state scheme may cover 40%+ disability with state funds. Apply at your state's social welfare portal — the system identifies the applicable pension type.

Can I get disability pension AND work?

Yes — disability pension is not employment-linked. You can receive the pension regardless of whether you work.

My disability certificate is from a private doctor. Is it accepted?

No — only certificates from government CMOs, government hospitals, and authorized government medical boards are accepted for pension purposes.

Official Links

• NSAP portal: nsap.nic.in
• Ministry of Rural Development: rural.nic.in
• UDID card: swavlambancard.gov.in
• Contact: Gram Panchayat / Block Development Office / District Social Welfare Office
• Helpline: 1800-111-555 (Ministry of Rural Development)