What do you get under CMST disability pension?
A monthly state pension, paid to the bank account, for persons with 60% or more disability under the Chief Minister's Disability Pension Scheme (CMDPS) part of CMST.
The monthly amount is not printed on the department's pages. News reports from September 2022 put the allowance for 60% to 80% disability at ₹500 a month; confirm at the District Social Welfare Office.
Who is eligible for CMST disability pension?
- Domicile of Manipur with a UDID disability certificate (old manual certificates are not accepted).
- 60% or more disability of a listed type: locomotor, leprosy cured, cerebral palsy, dwarfism, muscular dystrophy, acid attack, blindness, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing, speech and language, specific learning disability, listed mental illnesses, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, thalassemia or sickle cell disease.
- Parents' income below ₹4 lakh a year from all sources.
- Not getting the CMST care-giver allowance or any similar pension from any source.
Also check:
- Only UDID certificates count. If you do not have one, register on swavlambancard.gov.in or ask the District Social Welfare Office.
- If the person cannot operate a bank account, a joint account is allowed; a joint holder other than a parent must be authorised by an elected representative, club office-bearer or Gazetted Officer.
Documents needed for CMST disability pension
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How to apply for CMST disability pension
- Download the CMST pension form from socialwelfare.mn.gov.in (Downloads) or collect it at the District Social Welfare Office.
- Attach the UDID certificate or card, one passport photo, domicile or residential certificate, bank passbook copy, Aadhaar and an income certificate from a Gazetted Officer.
- Submit it to the District Social Welfare Officer and keep the acknowledgement card.
How to check CMST disability pension status
- Ask at the District Social Welfare Office; selected names are put on the department website or notice boards.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for CMST disability pension?
Domicile of Manipur with a UDID disability certificate (old manual certificates are not accepted). 60% or more disability of a listed type: locomotor, leprosy cured, cerebral palsy, dwarfism, muscular dystrophy, acid attack, blindness, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing, speech and language, specific learning disability, listed mental illnesses, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, thalassemia or sickle cell disease. Parents' income below ₹4 lakh a year from all sources. Not getting the CMST care-giver allowance or any similar pension from any source.
How much do I get under CMST disability pension?
A monthly state pension, paid to the bank account, for persons with 60% or more disability under the Chief Minister's Disability Pension Scheme (CMDPS) part of CMST. The monthly amount is not printed on the department's pages. News reports from September 2022 put the allowance for 60% to 80% disability at ₹500 a month; confirm at the District Social Welfare Office.
What documents do I need for CMST disability pension?
Disability certificate or UDID card; Passport-size photo; Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Income certificate.
How do I apply for CMST disability pension?
Download the CMST pension form from socialwelfare.mn.gov.in (Downloads) or collect it at the District Social Welfare Office. Attach the UDID certificate or card, one passport photo, domicile or residential certificate, bank passbook copy, Aadhaar and an income certificate from a Gazetted Officer. Submit it to the District Social Welfare Officer and keep the acknowledgement card. Official site: https://socialwelfare.mn.gov.in/en/downloads/
How do I check CMST disability pension status?
Ask at the District Social Welfare Office; selected names are put on the department website or notice boards.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for CMST disability 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.
Who can get the CMST disability pension in Manipur?
Domiciles of Manipur with a UDID certificate showing 60% or more disability of a listed type, whose parents earn under ₹4 lakh a year and who get no other similar pension.
Is the old disability certificate accepted for CMST?
No. The form says only UDID certificates are accepted, not the old manual ones.
Where do I submit the CMST pension form?
At the District Social Welfare Office, with the documents listed on the form.
Official sources
- Department of Social Welfare, Manipur: CMST pension application form and general information
- Department of Social Welfare, Manipur: Downloads
- State Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Manipur: UDID notification, 5 December 2025
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.