Published Date : 04/11/2024
The month of November is an important time for pensioners as they need to submit their life certificate to continue receiving their pension.
This process, known as Jeevan Pramaan, is crucial to ensure that the pension continues to be disbursed.
For those below 80 years of age, the submission window is from 1st to 30th November.
Super senior citizens, those aged 80 years and above, can submit their life certificate from 1st October, with the same last date of 30th November.
Here’s a detailed guide on how to submit the life certificate online and offline, and what happens if you miss the deadline.
Last Date for Submitting Life Certificate
- For Pensioners Below 80 Years of Age The life certificate can be submitted between 1st and 30th November.- For Super Senior Citizens (80+ Years) The submission period begins on 1st October and ends on 30th November.
In 2019, the Central Government directed banks to allow senior citizens to submit their life certificate from 1st October to spread the process over a longer period.
Authenticating Life Certificate
Pensioners can verify their life certificate and identity using biometric techniques, including face, fingerprint, and iris recognition.
The Aadhaar Face RD app can be used for this purpose.
Here’s how you can do it
1.
Ensure Aadhaar Update Make sure your Aadhaar number is updated with the pension disbursing authority of the bank or post office.2.
Download the Apps Install the ‘AADFaceRD’ and ‘Jeevan Pramaan Face App’ from the Google Play Store.3.
Fill in Details Enter the required details about the pensioner.4.
Submit Details Take a photo and submit the details.5.
Download Life Certificate You will receive an SMS on your registered mobile number with a link to download the life certificate.
Submitting Life Certificate Online
For pensioners and family pensioners, here’s the step-by-step process to submit the life certificate online
1.
Update Aadhaar Ensure your Aadhaar is updated with the pension disbursing authority.2.
Download Apps Install the ‘AADFaceRD’ and ‘Jeevan Pramaan Face App’.3.
Fill in Details Enter the required details about the pensioner.4.
Submit Details Take a photo and submit the details.5.
Download Life Certificate You will receive an SMS with a link to download the life certificate.
Submitting Life Certificate Offline
If you prefer to submit your life certificate offline, you can do so at the following places
- Banks and Post Offices Directly submit your life certificate at the bank or post office.- Jeevan Pramaan Portal Use the Jeevan Pramaan Portal to submit your life certificate.- Doorstep Banking (DSB) Agent A doorstep banking agent can help you submit the life certificate.- Biometric Devices in Post Offices Use biometric devices available in post offices.- Physical Life Certificate Form Submit the physical life certificate form at a bank branch.
What Happens if the Deadline is Missed?
If you miss the deadline for submitting your life certificate, your pension will be stopped from the next month.
However, once you submit the life certificate, your pension payment will resume.
It’s important to ensure that you submit the life certificate on time to avoid any interruption in your pension.
Introduction to the Jeevan Pramaan Portal
The Jeevan Pramaan Portal is a government initiative to simplify the process of submitting life certificates for pensioners.
The portal provides a user-friendly interface for both online and offline submission methods.
It also offers tools and resources to help pensioners verify their status and track the submission process.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your life certificate is submitted on time and your pension continues to be disbursed without any issues.
Q: What is the last date for submitting the life certificate for pensioners below 80 years of age?
A: The last date for submitting the life certificate for pensioners below 80 years of age is 30th November.
Q: Can super senior citizens (80+ years) submit their life certificate earlier than 1st October?
A: Yes, super senior citizens can submit their life certificate from 1st October, with the same last date of 30th November.
Q: How can pensioners authenticate their life certificate online?
A: Pensioners can authenticate their life certificate using biometric techniques such as face, fingerprint, and iris recognition through the Aadhaar Face RD app.
Q: What happens if a pensioner misses the deadline for submitting the life certificate?
A: If a pensioner misses the deadline, their pension will be stopped from the next month. However, the pension payment will resume once the life certificate is submitted.
Q: Where can I submit my life certificate offline?
A: You can submit your life certificate offline at banks, post offices, through the Jeevan Pramaan Portal, via a Doorstep Banking (DSB) agent, through biometric devices in post offices, or by submitting a physical life certificate form at a bank branch.