Archive · 12 Aug 2025
UP Govt. Enhances Old-Age Pension Scheme for Elderly
The Uttar Pradesh government wants to help more older people.
They plan to give monthly money to over 67 lakh senior citizens.
To get this money, you must be at least 60 years old and have a low income.
The government gives Rs 1,000 each month.
The money is sent directly to the people's bank accounts, making the process quick and fair.
This is to help senior citizens financially and to show respect for them.
Uttar Pradesh government aims to provide monthly pensions to over 67 lakh senior citizens.
The government disbursed pensions to 61 lakh elderly individuals in the first quarter of the current financial year.
Eligible individuals must be 60+ years old with income below specified limits: Rs 46,080 (rural) and Rs 56,460 (urban).
Beneficiaries receive a monthly pension of Rs 1,000 paid quarterly.
The pension distribution process is fully digital and transparent through the Single Nodal Account (SNA) system.
- Who
- Senior citizens in Uttar Pradesh.
- What
- The Uttar Pradesh government is expanding its old-age pension scheme.
- When
- The target is set for the current financial year 2025-26.
- Where
- Uttar Pradesh, India
- Why
- To provide financial security and support to the elderly population.
- Scheme
- Old Age Pension Scheme
- Target Beneficiaries
- 67.50 lakh
- Monthly Pension
- Rs 1,000
- Eligibility Age
- 60 years or above
- Distribution Method
- Direct to Aadhaar-linked accounts
