What is the Haryana Old Age Pension scheme?
The Old Age Samman Allowance Scheme, run by the Department of Social Justice, Empowerment, Welfare of Scheduled Castes & Backward Classes and Antyodaya (SEWA), Government of Haryana, gives senior citizens aged 60 years or above a monthly pension of ₹3,200 from 1 November 2025. It is meant for elderly people who cannot sustain themselves on their own resources and need financial support — especially agricultural labourers, rural artisans, Scheduled Castes / Backward Classes, and small and marginal farmers. The pension is paid every month directly into the beneficiary’s bank account.
This is Haryana’s oldest and largest social security pension scheme. It began on 1 April 1964 in joint Punjab at ₹15 per month, was implemented in Haryana from 1 November 1966, and was given a new form as the “Old Age Pension Scheme-1991” from 1 July 1991 — now called the Old Age Samman Allowance Scheme. According to the department, the scheme has 17,85,137 beneficiaries (2023-24).
Scheme at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | Old Age Samman Allowance Scheme |
| State | Haryana |
| Department | Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (SEWA), Government of Haryana |
| Benefit | ₹3,200 per month (from 1 November 2025) |
| Beneficiaries | Haryana residents aged 60 years or above |
| Income limit | Combined annual income of applicant and spouse up to ₹3,00,000 |
| How to apply | Online (Antyodaya SARAL portal) and offline (District Social Welfare Office / Atal Seva Kendra) |
| Fee | Government fee ₹0; SARAL service charge ₹10; Atal Seva Kendra ₹30 |
| Time limit | 60 working days (Right to Service — RTS) |
| How the money comes | Directly into the bank account (DBT, through PFMS) |
| Status-check portal | pension.socialjusticehry.gov.in |
How much pension do you get — full history of increases
The pension amount has been raised from time to time. According to the department’s official scheme page, the increase history is:
| From | Monthly pension |
|---|---|
| 1 January 2014 | ₹1,000 |
| 1 January 2015 | ₹1,200 |
| 1 January 2016 | ₹1,400 |
| 1 November 2016 | ₹1,600 |
| 1 November 2017 | ₹1,800 |
| 1 November 2018 | ₹2,000 |
| 1 January 2020 | ₹2,250 |
| 1 April 2021 | ₹2,500 |
| 1 April 2023 | ₹2,750 |
| 1 January 2024 | ₹3,000 |
| 1 November 2025 | ₹3,200 |
That means ₹38,400 a year from this scheme. Note that the ₹200 increase was announced on 12 February 2026 and applied retrospectively from 1 November 2025; the enhanced amount, including arrears from November 2025, started being paid from February 2026. People already receiving the pension started getting the higher amount automatically — no fresh form was needed.
Who can apply — eligibility conditions
According to the department’s official scheme page, the eligibility conditions have been simplified. A person is eligible for the Old Age Samman Allowance if:
| Condition | Detail |
|---|---|
| Age | 60 years or above — the eligibility age was earlier 65 years, later reduced to 60 |
| Residence | Must be a domicile and resident of Haryana State |
| Income limit | Combined annual income of the applicant and his/her spouse from all sources must not exceed ₹3,00,000 |
A cautionary note on the length of residence: Many websites claim that a person must have lived in Haryana for at least 15 years to qualify. But the department’s official scheme page only says “domicile and resident of Haryana State” — it specifies no number of years. The 15-year rule exists in some other schemes, such as the widower pension, and appears to have been wrongly copied onto the old-age pension. This article therefore follows the official page. Before applying, please confirm the current rule at your District Social Welfare Office or Atal Seva Kendra — the condition shown on the SARAL portal’s live form will be final.
Who is not eligible
- Anyone already receiving a pension from any Government, Local or Statutory Body, or from an organisation substantially financed by a Government or Local/Statutory Body.
- Income from Provident Funds and annuities from any source — banks, financial institutions or insurance companies — is also treated by the department as “pension”, so a person receiving such income is not eligible.
- Anyone whose combined annual income (applicant + spouse) is more than ₹3 lakh.
- Anyone who is not a domicile and resident of Haryana.
Documents required
Keep these documents ready before applying. Scanned copies of originals must be clear and readable:
| Document | For / note |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar card | Identity, age and DBT; must be linked to the bank account |
| Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID / PPP) | Income is verified from this; get the income updated in the Family ID before applying |
| Age proof (birth certificate / Class 10 certificate / voter card or similar) | To prove 60 years of age; name and date of birth must match the Aadhaar card |
| Residence proof (ration card / voter card / electricity-water bill / Haryana permanent residence certificate or similar) | To prove Haryana residence |
| Income certificate | Proof that the combined annual income of applicant and spouse is up to ₹3 lakh |
| Photocopy of bank savings account passbook | Account number and IFSC, for DBT payment of the pension |
| Passport-size photo | To paste on the application form |
| Mobile number + email ID | Email ID is needed to register on the SARAL portal |
Note: The final list of documents will be the one asked for on the SARAL portal’s live form at the time of application.
How to apply online — step by step
Applications in Haryana are made through the Antyodaya SARAL portal (saralharyana.gov.in). The service is listed on the portal as “Old Age Samman Allowance”. The service name can change from time to time, so search for the service name in the steps below:
- Open the SARAL portal: Go to saralharyana.gov.in. If you do not have an account, register first with your mobile number, email ID and details, then log in.
- Find the service: Under “Apply for Services”, search for “Old Age Samman Allowance” or pick it from the list of services of the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment.
- Fill the form: Enter your name, address, age, Aadhaar number, Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) number and bank account details correctly. Write the name and date of birth exactly as on the Aadhaar card.
- Upload documents: Upload scanned copies of your Aadhaar card, Family ID, age proof, residence proof, income certificate and bank passbook as per the list above.
- Check and submit: Read every detail once more before submitting — a wrong account number or wrong name can stop the pension. On submission you will get an Application Reference ID (Acknowledgement Number) — keep it safe; you will need it to check the status.
- Verification: Your application goes to the District Social Welfare Officer concerned for verification. The office may ask for original documents if needed.
- Approval and pension: Once approved, you will get a Beneficiary / Pension ID and the pension will start coming to your bank account every month.
Applying through an Atal Seva Kendra (CSC)
If you cannot fill the online form yourself, visit the nearest Atal Seva Kendra (CSC). The operator there will fill the form online with your documents and give you the acknowledgement number.
How to apply offline
- Download the “Download APPLICATION FORM FOR OLD AGE SAMMAN ALLOWANCE” form (PDF) from the form and procedure (form_and_proc.aspx) page of the department’s pension portal pension.socialjusticehry.gov.in, or get the form from your District Social Welfare Office.
- Fill in all the details in the form and paste your recent passport-size photo.
- Attach self-attested copies of the documents listed above.
- Submit the filled form at your district’s District Social Welfare Office (DSWO).
- Keep the submission receipt or acknowledgement number safe.
Fee and time limit
| Item | Fee / time |
|---|---|
| Government fee | ₹0 (no charge) |
| SARAL portal service charge | ₹10 |
| Atal Seva Kendra charge | ₹30 |
| Time to dispose of the application (RTS) | 60 working days (as per the department’s official RTS list; the service is listed as a “Pro-Active Service”) |
Note: The fee amounts are as per the scheme’s SARAL service listing; the amount shown on the portal at the time of application will be final. If anyone demands a large sum of money in the name of this scheme, it may be a fraud — inform the District Social Welfare Office or the SARAL helpline immediately.
How the pension money is paid
After approval, the pension is sent directly to the bank account (DBT) — since August 2020, payments are made through the Public Financial Management System (PFMS) straight into the beneficiary’s account. The money is usually deposited every month. The first pension may take some time after approval because payments are made in batches. If the money does not come for a month or two even after approval, contact the District Social Welfare Office with your Pension ID and bank details. Make sure the bank account is not closed, its KYC is complete and it is linked to Aadhaar — a wrong or closed account blocks the pension.
How to check pension status and the beneficiary list
Check the application status on the SARAL portal
- Go to saralharyana.gov.in and choose the Tracking option.
- Select Social Justice and Empowerment as the department and Old Age Samman Allowance as the service.
- Enter your Application Reference ID and view the status.
- Or send an SMS from your registered mobile number — SARAL (space) Application ID — to 7738299899.
Check the status on the pension portal
- Go to pension.socialjusticehry.gov.in.
- On the homepage, choose “Track Beneficiary Pension Details”.
- Choose the search method — Pension ID, Aadhaar number or bank account number (with IFSC).
- Enter your number and the security code (captcha) shown on the screen.
- Click “View Details” — your pension status, payment details and beneficiary information will appear on the screen.
Find your name in the beneficiary list
- Go to pension.socialjusticehry.gov.in and choose “View List of Beneficiaries” (direct link: pension.socialjusticehry.gov.in/ben_List).
- Select your district, area, block or municipality, village or ward, and the type of pension.
- Fill the captcha, view the list and search for your name in it.
What changed for people already receiving the pension?
People who were already getting ₹3,000 per month did not need to do anything — the enhanced amount of ₹3,200 started reaching them automatically. The arrears from November 2025 to January 2026 were also paid from February 2026. If your pension is still coming at the old rate, contact the District Social Welfare Office with your Pension ID.
Common mistakes in the application
- Understanding the income rule wrongly — the limit is not only your own income; the combined income of you and your spouse must not exceed ₹3 lakh.
- Applying while already drawing a government pension — anyone receiving a government pension, Provident Fund income or an insurance annuity is not eligible; such an application will be rejected.
- Giving a bank account not linked to Aadhaar, or a closed account — the pension comes by DBT, so the account must be active, KYC-complete and Aadhaar-linked.
- Filling the form under the wrong scheme — the unmarried pension (45–60 years), widow pension and Ladli Social Security Allowance are separate schemes; the Old Age Samman Allowance applies only from 60 years of age.
- Paying an agent — the government fee is ₹0; anyone demanding a large sum in the name of this scheme is committing fraud.
- Old income recorded in the Family ID — income is verified from the Family ID, so get the income updated in the Family ID before applying.
Frequently asked questions
1. How much is the Haryana old age pension?
₹3,200 per month from 1 November 2025 — ₹38,400 a year. Earlier, from 1 January 2024, it was ₹3,000 per month. Some older websites still show ₹3,000; that is the old amount.
2. What is the age limit for the old age pension?
The applicant must be 60 years or older. The eligibility age was earlier 65 years; it was reduced to 60 years.
3. What is the income limit for the old age pension?
The combined annual income of the applicant and his/her spouse from all sources must not exceed ₹3,00,000. Income is verified from the Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID).
4. Is it necessary to have lived in Haryana for 15 years?
The department’s official scheme page only says “domicile and resident of Haryana State” — it specifies no number of years. Many websites write a 15-year rule, but that rule belongs to other schemes such as the widower pension. Confirm the current rule at your District Social Welfare Office before applying.
5. Where do I apply online for the old age pension?
Apply online on the Antyodaya SARAL portal (saralharyana.gov.in) under the “Old Age Samman Allowance” service. If filling the form yourself is difficult, get it done at the nearest Atal Seva Kendra (CSC). The pension status can be checked at pension.socialjusticehry.gov.in.
6. Which documents are needed for the application?
Aadhaar card, Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID), age proof, residence proof, income certificate, photocopy of the bank passbook and a passport-size photo are the main documents.
7. How long does it take to get the pension?
As per the department’s RTS list, the application is disposed of within 60 working days. After approval, the pension is sent directly to the bank account (DBT). If there is a delay, contact the District Social Welfare Office with your acknowledgement number.
8. I was already getting ₹3,000 pension — do I need to fill a new form?
No. The enhanced amount of ₹3,200 started reaching all existing beneficiaries automatically, including arrears. There is no need to fill a new form.
9. How do I check my pension status online?
On pension.socialjusticehry.gov.in, use “Track Beneficiary Pension Details” and enter your Pension ID, Aadhaar number or bank account number with the captcha. You can also track on the SARAL portal, or send SARAL (space) Application ID by SMS to 7738299899.
Helpline and contact
- SARAL helpline: 0172-3968400 (Monday to Saturday) — the Antyodaya SARAL portal helpline.
- SARAL email: [email protected]
- Department helpline: 0172-2715090 (during office hours) — Department of Social Justice and Empowerment.
- At district level: Contact your district’s District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) — verification and approval of applications happen at the district level.
- Department: Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Haryana — SCO 20-27, Jeevandeep Building, 3rd Floor, Sector 17-A, Chandigarh.
Official sources
- Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Haryana — scheme page — https://socialjusticehry.gov.in/old-age-samman-allowance-scheme/
- Department’s RTS list (time limit 60 working days) — https://socialjusticehry.gov.in/services-under-rts/
- Haryana pension portal (status and beneficiary list) — https://pension.socialjusticehry.gov.in/
- Antyodaya SARAL portal (online application) — https://saralharyana.gov.in/
- News of the ₹200 increase (PTI) — https://www.outlookmoney.com/retirement/pension/haryana-raises-social-security-pension-by-rs-200-for-elderly-widows-widowers-and-more
Disclaimer: The information in this article was checked from public sources on 7 November 2026 — eligibility, amount and history from the department’s official scheme page, the time limit from the department’s official RTS list, and the increase announcement from the department’s notification and news reports. The amount, eligibility and process of the scheme can change — before applying, the live form on the SARAL portal and the department’s official website will be final. The note on the length of residence is given in detail above because sources differ on it.
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