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NSAP Pension List 2026: Check Your Name on nsap.nic.in (Old Age, Widow, Disability)

The NSAP portal publishes state-wise, district-wise beneficiary lists for old age, widow and disability pensions. You can also track your sanction status with your application number.

Written and checked by Umang Pandey

Steps match the official NSAP portal's beneficiary reports. Total pension amount varies by state because states add their own contribution over the central share.

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At a glance

Portal
nsap.nic.in
Schemes
IGNOAPS (old age), IGNWPS (widow), IGNDPS (disability)
Central share
₹200–₹500/month (states add their own top-up)
Payment
Direct to bank/post office account

What is it?

The National Social Assistance Programme provides monthly pensions to below-poverty-line elderly persons, widows and persons with disabilities. Beneficiary lists are public on nsap.nic.in, and most states run the scheme through the same portal.

Benefits

Checking the list confirms your pension is sanctioned and active. If your name is missing despite applying, the sanction status tracker shows whether the application is pending, rejected or approved — so you can follow up with the block office.

Practical example: Kamla Devi, a 68-year-old widow from Sitamarhi, asks her grandson to open nsap.nic.in, select Bihar → Sitamarhi → her block in the beneficiary report. Her name appears under IGNWPS, and the payment section shows the last three months' pension credited to her post office account.

Eligibility criteria

  • ✓BPL household (as per state list)
  • ✓IGNOAPS: age 60+ (central share higher at 80+)
  • ✓IGNWPS: widow aged 40–79
  • ✓IGNDPS: severe/multiple disability, age 18–79

Documents required

  • ✓Aadhaar card
  • ✓Age proof
  • ✓BPL card / income proof
  • ✓Death certificate of husband (widow pension)
  • ✓Disability certificate (disability pension)
  • ✓Bank/post office account details

How to apply — step by step

  1. Open nsap.nic.in on your phone
  2. Go to 'Reports' → 'Beneficiary List'
  3. Select the scheme (old age / widow / disability), State → District → Block
  4. The beneficiary list with names and sanction details opens
  5. Search your name or your family member's name
  6. If missing, track your application under 'Sanction Status' or apply at the block office / state social welfare portal

Important dates

Applications are accepted year-round at the block office or state social welfare portal. Pension starts from the month of sanction; arrears rules differ by state.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • ✓Bank account not linked with Aadhaar, causing payment failure
  • ✓Not doing the annual life certificate / verification where required
  • ✓Applying under the wrong scheme category
  • ✓Paying middlemen — application at the block office is free

Frequently asked questions

Pension stopped suddenly. Why?

Usually Aadhaar-bank seeding failed or annual verification is pending. Check with your bank and the block social welfare office.

How much pension will I get?

The central share is ₹200–₹500/month depending on age and scheme; most states add their own top-up, so the total varies by state.

Can a widow get both widow pension and old age pension?

No — only one NSAP pension per person. Widow pension converts to old age pension at the eligible age.

How do I apply if my name is not in the list?

Apply at your block office or state social welfare portal with Aadhaar, age proof and BPL/income proof. It is free.

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Answer 5–7 simple questions and get your eligibility score in 2 minutes.

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