Pensioners must submit a Life Certificate every year to continue receiving their pension. This certificate serves as proof that the pensioner is alive.
If it is not submitted by 30 November, the pension payments will be stopped until the certificate is provided.
What is a Life Certificate?
A Life Certificate or Jeevan Pramaan Patra is a document verifying the pensioner’s living status.
Traditionally, pensioners had to visit the pension disbursement center in person to submit this certificate.
However, with advancements like the Digital Life Certificate, the process has become more convenient and accessible.
What is a Digital Life Certificate?
The Digital Jeevan Pramaan system allows pensioners to submit their Life Certificates online using biometric technology.
Since November 2021, pensioners can also use face authentication via Android smartphones, making it even easier to complete the process from home.
Deadline and Methods for Submission
Submission Deadline
Every pensioner is required to submit their Life Certificate by the end of November each year. Timely submission ensures regular credit of pension to the account every month.
Ways to Submit Life Certificate
Submit in Person
Pensioners can visit these places to submit their certificates:
1) Pension Disbursing Bank
2) Post Office
3) Government-approved service center
4) District-level Treasury Office
Doorstep Banking Service
For pensioners facing health or mobility challenges, many banks offer doorstep services. To use this facility:
1) Request the bank to send a representative to your home.
2) The representative will collect biometric data and submit the Life Certificate on your behalf.
Digital Life Certificate (Digital Jeevan Pramaan)
Digital Life Certificates simplify the process with several submission options:
CSC Center: Visit a nearby Citizen Service Center to submit.
Jeevan Pramaan Portal: Generate and submit the certificate using a fingerprint reader.
Mobile App: Use the Jeevan Pramaan app to submit the certificate online.
Post Office: Submit with the assistance of India Post Payments Bank.
Face Authentication: Use Aadhaar Face RD App and Jeevan Pramaan App for submission.
Documents Required for Submission
1) Aadhaar Number or Virtual ID (VID)
2) Details of the pension disbursing agency
Benefits of a Digital Life Certificate
Convenience: Submit the certificate from the comfort of your home.
Timely Pension Credit: Ensures regular pension deposits without delays.
Simple and Secure: The process is user-friendly and reliable.
Ensure Timely Submission
Take advantage of the digital process to avoid visiting banks or centers. For technical support, you can contact the nearest CSC center or bank.
Submitting the Life Certificate on time ensures uninterrupted pension payments.
