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West Bengal · Senior / Widow / Disabled — Pension

Jai Bangla — Social Security Pension (West Bengal)

Also known as: Jai Bangla — Social Security Pension · Jai Bangla · Jai Bangla Yojana · Jai Bangla West Bengal · জয় বাংলা / जय बांग्ला — सामाजिक सुरक्षा पेंशन

West Bengal Social Welfare Dept.
Benefit
₹1,000/month pension for eligible beneficiaries under 3 categories: (1) Old Age (60+) from BPL/SEGY families; (2) Widows aged 18–60 from BPL families; (3) Disabled persons with 40%+ disability; direct bank transfer monthly

At a glance

SchemeJai Bangla — Social Security Pension (West Bengal)
ForSenior / Widow / Disabled — Pension
WhereWest Bengal
Yearly value (approx.)₹12,000
DepartmentWest Bengal Social Welfare Dept.
How to applyOnline
Info checked2026-10-27

Who Can Apply

In short — check the official website for the full rules.

Required Documents

How to Apply

Apply online on the official government website (link below).

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Jai Bangla — Social Security Pension (West Bengal)?

Resident of West Bengal.

What is the benefit of Jai Bangla — Social Security Pension (West Bengal)?

₹1,000/month pension for eligible beneficiaries under 3 categories: (1) Old Age (60+) from BPL/SEGY families; (2) Widows aged 18–60 from BPL families; (3) Disabled persons with 40%+ disability; direct bank transfer monthly (about ₹12,000 a year)

What documents are needed for Jai Bangla — Social Security Pension (West Bengal)?

Aadhaar Card, Age Proof / Voter ID (for Old Age category), Death Certificate of Husband (for Widow category), Disability Certificate 40%+ (for Disabled category), BPL / SEGY Certificate, Bank Account (Aadhaar-linked), Residence Proof (West Bengal), Passport Photo.

How do I apply for Jai Bangla — Social Security Pension (West Bengal)?

Apply online on the official website: https://cdn.s3waas.gov.in/s349ae49a23f67c759bf4fc791ba842aa2/uploads/2022/03/2022032120.pdf

How can I check if I am eligible for Jai Bangla — Social Security Pension (West Bengal)?

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Official link last checked: 2026-10-27