What this scheme offers
Delhi's state-level old-age pension tops up the central IGNOAPS pension (₹300/month for BPL seniors aged 60-79, ₹500/month for 80+) with a more substantial state contribution — for 2025-26, ₹2,500 a month for residents aged 60-69, rising to ₹3,000 a month at 70 and above. The age-tiered structure reflects that needs and vulnerability tend to increase further into old age, and the pension requires 5 years of continuous Delhi residency plus family income under ₹1 lakh a year.
Who is eligible
- Delhi resident aged 60 or above.
- At least 5 continuous years of Delhi residency.
- Family annual income under ₹1,00,000.
- Not already receiving a conflicting central/state pension for the same period.
Documents required
- Aadhaar card
- Age proof (birth certificate, voter ID, or similar)
- Residence proof for 5 years (ration card, electricity/water bill, property documents, etc.)
- Income certificate / BPL card
- Bank passbook
How to apply
- Apply online through the e-District Delhi portal (edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in) or the NDMC portal if applicable to your area.
- Submit age, residence and income proof along with your application.
- The application is scrutinised by Department of Social Welfare officials.
- Applications are typically sanctioned within 45 days of submission.
- Once approved, the pension is credited monthly to your bank account, with the amount stepping up automatically once you turn 70.