Short answer
Register at your ward office once you reach the eligible age for the senior citizen allowance (ज्येष्ठ नागरिक भत्ता). Bring your citizenship certificate, photos and, if you've moved, your migration certificate. The allowance is paid into a bank account in your name, so you'll also need to open one.
The details
Good to know
- Registration windows. Wards register new recipients during set periods each year. Ask your ward when the next one is.
- The eligible age and the amount are set in the national budget and have changed over time. Check the current figures with your ward.
- Other allowances exist for single women, people with disabilities, children in some districts and endangered communities. Ask your ward which apply.
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Written from the sources above and last checked on 8 Oct 2026. Some details aren't confirmed against an official page yet, so check fees and documents with the office before you go.
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