National Old Age Pension Scheme (NOAPS)

iAbout This Scheme

Launched in August 1995 as part of the National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP), NOAPS provided a monthly pension of ₹75 to destitute persons aged 65 years and above from BPL families. It was one of the first Central Government cash transfer schemes for the elderly poor. NOAPS was renamed the Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) in November 2007 with enhanced benefits.

🎁Key Benefits

• Monthly pension of ₹75 (central share) for BPL elderly aged 65+
• Additional state government top-up in many states
• Social security for destitute elderly without income support

✅Eligibility Criteria

• 1
  Scheme discontinued — historical archive only
• 2
  Originally: Destitute persons 65+ from BPL families

📝How to Apply

❓Frequently Asked Questions