StateFinanceUttar PradeshPensionSenior Citizens

UP Vridhavastha Pension Yojana

Government of Uttar Pradesh

Old age pension scheme for senior citizens in Uttar Pradesh, providing monthly financial support to BPL elderly persons.

Benefit

₹1,000/month

For

Senior Citizens (60+)

Coverage

Uttar Pradesh

Since

2009

Last Verified

Jan 2025

Eligibility

Who Can Apply

  • UP domicile persons aged 60 and above
  • BPL or below-poverty families
  • Persons not receiving any other government pension above ₹1,000

Who Cannot Apply

  • Government retirees receiving pension
  • Persons below 60
  • Non-UP residents
  • Persons with family income above ₹2 lakh

Benefits

  • ₹1,000 per month
  • Direct bank transfer quarterly
  • Covers all eligible elderly in UP

Documents Required

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Age proof (birth/school certificate)
  • UP domicile certificate
  • BPL ration card
  • Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)

How to Apply

Online

  1. Visit sspy-up.gov.in
  2. Click 'Old Age Pension'
  3. Register and fill application
  4. Upload documents and submit

Offline / CSC

  1. Visit Block Development Office or tehsil office
  2. Collect application form
  3. Submit with documents for verification

Frequently Asked Questions

Quarterly. Typically in April, July, October, and January.
Yes. UP tops up the central NSAP contribution. Total pension depends on which components you receive.