Maharashtra state authorities are accepting online applications for the 2026 Shravan Bal Seva Rajya Nivruttivetan Yojana via sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in. This government-funded pension initiative supports destitute individuals aged 65 and older who are either registered in the BPL database or have an annual household income under Rs. 21,000. Eligible citizens can download the Shravan Bal Yojana PDF form and apply online to register as beneficiaries.
You can obtain the Shravan Bal Yojana application PDF from your local Collector, Tehsildar, or Talathi offices. Both BPL and non-BPL households qualify for this support. The program provides a monthly pension of Rs. 600 to every approved applicant.
Senior citizens interested in the Maharashtra Shravan Bal Seva Yojana can apply online or download the official application form from the website to secure their pension benefits.
How to Apply for Maharashtra Shravan Bal Seva Yojana 2026
The Shravan Bal Seva Rajya Nivruttivetan Yojana is a key social security pension program managed by the Maharashtra government. The Social Justice and Special Assistance (SJSA) department oversees its operation. Eligible residents may submit their applications online at https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in. Details regarding the scheme's highlights and the application procedure are provided below:
| Feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Shravan Bal Seva Rajya Nivruttivetan Yojana |
| Funding Source | State Government |
| Primary Goal | Monthly Pension Support |
| Eligibility | All Categories |
| Benefit Amount | Rs. 600 monthly stipend per beneficiary. |
| How to Apply | Submit forms to the Collector, Tahsildar, or Talathi office. |
| Scheme Type | Pension Assistance |
| Contact Authority | Local Collector, Tahsildar, or Talathi office. |
| Check Status | https://sas.mahait.org |
Eligibility Requirements for the Scheme
Below are the specific criteria for senior citizens to qualify for the Shravan Bal Seva Yojana:
- Category A - Destitute individuals aged 65 or older with an annual family income under Rs. 21,000 and who are not listed in the BPL registry receive Rs. 600 monthly from the state.
- Category B - Destitute individuals aged 65 or older within the BPL category receive Rs. 400 monthly from the state, supplemented by Rs. 200 monthly from the central government via the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme.
- Applicants must have been residents of Maharashtra for at least 15 years.
- The household must be registered as BPL in rural/urban areas, or maintain an annual income limit of Rs. 50,000 for disabled individuals and Rs. 21,000 for all other applicants.
Individuals already drawing a monthly pension from a different government program are ineligible for the Shravan Bal Seva State Pension.
Required Documentation
Proof of Age: Provide one of the following: Gram Panchayat or Municipal birth record, school leaving certificate, ration card, voter ID, or Aadhaar. If unavailable, a certificate issued by a government medical officer including their registration number is acceptable.
Proof of Income: A certificate verified by a Tehsildar or Sub-Divisional Officer confirming BPL status.
Proof of Residency: Documentation from a Gram Sevak, Talathi, Mandal Inspector, or a court-issued residence certificate.
Beneficiaries of the Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Anant Yojana will transition to the Shravan Bal Seva State Pension and the Tags: Old Age Pension Scheme Online Application Form Sarkari Yojana List