Dependent Children Pension Scheme - Punjab

Under the Dependent Children Pension Scheme in Punjab, financial Assistance is granted to the children below the age of 21 years, whose mother/father or both have passed away or parents regularly absent from home or have become physically /mentally incapacitated to look after the family. Under the Financial Assistance to Dependent Children, in the event of death of mother-father/guardian nomination will be made by the sanctioned authority /SDM of a near relative as guardian/ successor and on the old application form and old P.L.A. number, new nominated guardian/successor will be approved by the sanctioning officer and financial assistance will be continued without any break to the nominated guardian/ successor.

Eligibility Criteria for Dependent Children Pension Scheme

Following are the eligibility criteria for dependent children pension scheme.

• Applicant must be a resident of Punjab

• Children below 21 years without parent(s) or have physically/mentally incapacitated parents

• Total annual Income should not be more than Rs. 60,000/- including business or rental or interest income. 

Documents Required for Dependent Children Pension Scheme

Following are the documents required for dependent Children Pension Scheme.

• Self Declaration

• Copy of FIR ( In case of missing husband)

• Death Certificate of Father (In case applied by mother)

• First page of Passbook

• Self-Declaration and Disability Certificate ( In case applied by Disabled Father)

• Date of Birth Proof of all Dependent Children A . Aadhar Card and B . Voter Card or Voter List or Birth Certificate or Matriculation Certificate

• ID cum Residence proof of the applicant/beneficiary

• Death Certificate of both parents ( In case applied by guardian)

How to Register on Punjab Connect Portal?

Follow the below steps to register on Punjab connect portal.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Citizen Login’.

• Click on ‘Don’t have an account? Register Now’

• A registration form will open on your screen.

• Fill the required details like name, email, mobile number.

• Select your gender.

• Enter a password.

• Tick the checkbox.

• Click on ‘Register’.

• An OTP will be sent on the entered mobile number. Enter the OTP.

• An OTP will be sent on the entered email address. Enter theOTP.

• Click on ‘Validate’.

How to Apply Online for Dependent Children Pension Scheme in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to apply online for Dependent Children Pension Scheme in Punjab.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Citizen Login’.

• Select the option by which you want to login.

• Login by password

• Login by OTP

• Select ‘Services’ under ‘Apply’.

• Click on ‘Apply Online Service’.

• You can search for the Dependent Children Pension Scheme in the search bar.

• Click on ‘Apply’ next to ‘Dependent Children Pension Scheme’.

• An application form will open on your screen for Dependent Children Pension Scheme.

• Fill the form carefully.

• Preview the application.

• Upload the required documents.

• Pay the required application fees.

• Click on "Submit".

• After submitting your application, you may receive an acknowledgment or reference number. Note it down for future reference.

How to Apply through Sewa Kendra for Dependent Children Pension Scheme in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to apply for Dependent Children Pension Scheme through Sewa Kendra.

• Visit the nearest Sewa Kendra in Punjab.

• Fill out the application form for Dependent Children Pension Scheme.

• Visit the Sewa Kendra with the application form and required documents.

How to Find Sewa Kendra in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to find sewa kendra in Punjab.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Sewa Kendra’.

• Click on ‘Find Sewa Kendra’

• Choose your district.

• Select the sewa kendra in your district.

• You can find the address of the sewa kendra in your district.

How to Track Application Status of Dependent Children Pension Scheme in Punjab?

Follow the below steps to track application status of Dependent Children Pension Scheme in Punjab.

• Visit Punjab Connect Portal.

• Click on ‘Track Services’.

• Click on ‘Track Citizen Services’.

• Enter your application ID.

• Enter the captcha.

• Click on ‘Submit’.

Time Required to get Benefits under Dependent Children Pension Scheme in Punjab

Time required to get benefits under Dependent Children Pension Scheme in Punjab is 32 Days

References

While crafting this guide, we have consulted reliable and authoritative sources, including official government directives, user manuals, and pertinent content sourced from government websites.

• Punjab Connect Portal

• Dependent Children Pension Scheme Guidelines

• Dependent Children Pension Scheme