All Social Security Pension beneficiaries who were sanctioned pensions prior to December 31, 2025, must complete their bio-metric mustering via an Akshaya Centre before September 30, 2026.
Pension Details

Here is the comprehensive report on the Social Security Pension Schemes implemented by the Local Self Government Department (LSGD) in Kerala.

Key Pension Schemes

Kerala provides five major Social Security Pension categories:

  • Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension: For destitute senior citizens aged 60 years and above.
  • Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension: Financial assistance for economically backward widows and deserted women.
  • Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension: Assistance for individuals with 40% or more physical or mental disability.
  • Agricultural Labourers Pension: For retired agricultural workers aged 60 years and above.
  • Pension for Unmarried Women Above 50: Social security support tailored for low-income unmarried women.

Financial Assistance & Disbursement Framework

ParameterDetails
Monthly Pension Amount₹2000/- per month
Disbursement ChannelsDirect Benefit Transfer (DBT) to bank accounts OR door-to-door cash delivery via local Cooperative Societies
Mandatory VerificationAnnual biometric/life verification (Mustering) through Akshaya Centers or designated portals

Eligibility Criteria

  • Income Limit: The annual family income of the applicant must not exceed ₹1,00,000.
  • Exclusions: Persons receiving statutory service pensions, other government financial aid, or having fixed income sources are ineligible.
  • Residency: Must be a permanent resident of Kerala.

Application & Processing

  1. Submission: Applications can be submitted directly at the respective Grama Panchayat, Municipality, or Corporation office, or online via Akshaya Centers.
  2. Online Management: Tracking and processing are handled centrally via the Sevana Pension Portal.
  3. Required Documents: Aadhaar card, Ration card, Income Certificate, Proof of Age, Disability Certificate (if applicable), and Bank Passbook copy.

  • Agricultural Labourers Pension - Active Beneficiary List
  • Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension- Active Beneficiary List
  • Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension - Active Beneficiary List
  • Pension for Unmarried Women Above 50 - Active Beneficiary List
  • Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension - Active Beneficiary List