Social Security & Pensions
National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) - Old Age Pension
Complete 2026 guide to NSAP: ₹200-500 monthly pension to 4 crore elderly/widows/disabled via DBT.
Last updated: 3/8/2026
Overview
Why launched: 3.2 crore vulnerable citizens need social security. NSAP (1995) provides non-contributory pension to BPL elderly (60+), widows, disabled.
Core Benefits: Old age ₹200 center + state share (avg ₹1000 total). Death gratuity ₹20,000. DBT to Aadhaar accounts. State enhancement common.
Implementation: Identified via BPL census. Portal nsap.nic.in tracks. By 2026, 99% DBT, Aadhaar mandatory.
Success Stats: 4 crore beneficiaries, ₹25,000 crore annual, leakage reduced 90%.
Who is Eligible?
- BPL elderly 60+ years
- Widows below poverty line
- Disabled 80%+ incapacity
- Parents deserted
- Transgender persons
Documents Required
- Age proof (birth certificate)
- BPL card
- Aadhaar bank linked
- Disability certificate
- Death certificate spouse
How to Apply
- 1Step 1: Apply block development office
- 2Step 2: BPL verification committee
- 3Step 3: Pensioner list approval
- 4Step 4: DBT activation
- 5Step 5: Monthly credit 1st week
- 6Step 6: Status check nsap.nic.in