What do you get under A&N old age pension?
₹2,500 a month for residents aged 60 and above, and ₹3,000 a month from age 80, paid by the A&N Administration.
Amounts and conditions are as printed by the Department of Social Welfare (15,628 people were paid in February 2025). Calls to raise the pension to ₹5,000 have been reported in local news, but we found no official increase as of 1 November 2026. 14567 is the senior citizens’ helpline run by the department.
Who is eligible for A&N old age pension?
- Aged 60 years or more.
- A resident of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands continuously for at least 10 years (local certificate or resident identity card).
- Annual income below ₹48,000.
Also check:
- You need proof of at least 10 years of continuous stay in the Islands (local certificate or resident identity card).
- People aged 80 and above get ₹3,000 a month instead of ₹2,500.
Documents needed for A&N old age pension
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How to apply for A&N old age pension
- Get the pension form from the Directorate of Social Welfare, A&N Administration, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), or its office in your district.
- Attach proof of age, the local certificate or resident identity card, an income certificate and your bank passbook, and submit the form to the department.
- After approval the pension is paid every month into your bank account.
How to check A&N old age pension status
- Ask the Directorate of Social Welfare, Sri Vijaya Puram, with your application details, or write to director-sw@and.nic.in.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for A&N old age pension?
Aged 60 years or more. A resident of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands continuously for at least 10 years (local certificate or resident identity card). Annual income below ₹48,000.
How much do I get under A&N old age pension?
₹2,500 a month for residents aged 60 and above, and ₹3,000 a month from age 80, paid by the A&N Administration. Amounts and conditions are as printed by the Department of Social Welfare (15,628 people were paid in February 2025). Calls to raise the pension to ₹5,000 have been reported in local news, but we found no official increase as of 1 November 2026. 14567 is the senior citizens’ helpline run by the department.
What documents do I need for A&N old age pension?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Income certificate; Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Passport-size photo.
How do I apply for A&N old age pension?
Get the pension form from the Directorate of Social Welfare, A&N Administration, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), or its office in your district. Attach proof of age, the local certificate or resident identity card, an income certificate and your bank passbook, and submit the form to the department. After approval the pension is paid every month into your bank account. Official site: https://andamannicobar.gov.in/
How do I check A&N old age pension status?
Ask the Directorate of Social Welfare, Sri Vijaya Puram, with your application details, or write to director-sw@and.nic.in.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for A&N old age pension?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How much is the old age pension in Andaman and Nicobar?
₹2,500 a month for people aged 60 and above, and ₹3,000 a month from age 80, as printed by the A&N Social Welfare Department.
What is the income limit for the A&N old age pension?
Annual income must be below ₹48,000, and you must have lived in the Islands continuously for at least 10 years.
Where do I apply for old age pension in Andaman?
At the Directorate of Social Welfare, A&N Administration, Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair), or its district office.
Official sources
- Department of Social Welfare, A&N Administration: Kalyan Darpan newsletter, 1st edition (Social Security Pension Schemes, figures for February 2025)
- Department of Social Welfare, A&N Administration: Quarterly Newsletter, 4th edition (January to March 2026)
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.