Uttarakhand Dwarf Pension Scheme : Eligibility, Documents and How to Apply

Living with dwarfism often brings added challenges in daily life and employment. To offer a steady financial cushion, the Government of Uttarakhand runs the Dwarf Pension Scheme, also known as the Bauna Pension Yojana. This guide explains who can apply, what documents you need, and how to apply online.

Scheme at a Glance

Detail	Information
Scheme name	Uttarakhand Dwarf Pension Scheme (Bauna Pension Yojana)
Benefit	₹1,200 monthly financial assistance
Beneficiaries	Persons with dwarfism (height 4 feet or below)
Nodal agency	Social Welfare Department, Uttarakhand
Mode of application	Online

What Is the Dwarf Pension Scheme?

The Dwarf Pension Scheme is a social security initiative of the Social Welfare Department of Uttarakhand. It provides a fixed pension of ₹1,200 per month to eligible persons whose height is 4 feet or less and who are at least 21 years old.

The aim is simple: to give regular financial support to people affected by dwarfism so they can meet essential daily needs and live with greater dignity.

A standout feature of this scheme is that it has no monthly income limit. Eligibility depends mainly on two things: the height limit and the minimum age.

Key Benefits

• Monthly pension: ₹1,200 is paid every month to each eligible beneficiary.
• Direct bank credit: The amount is released into the beneficiary’s CBS (Core Banking Solution) bank account.
• No income barrier: People from all income groups can benefit.
• Social security: Regular support for basic needs.
• Easy access: Applications can be made online through three official platforms.

Who Is Eligible?

To qualify, an applicant must:

1. Be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
2. Have a height of 4 feet or less.
3. Be 21 years of age or above.
4. Not be receiving pension benefits from any other source.

There is no monthly income limit under this scheme.

Documents Required

Keep these ready before you start the application:

• Family register (Parivar Register) issued by the Village Panchayat Development Officer (VPDO) for rural applicants, or a ration card copy for urban applicants.
• Consent letter from the Assistant Social Welfare Officer, issued after verifying your height.
• Height certificate from a Medical Officer confirming the height is 4 feet or less.
• Photograph certified by the Pradhan, VPDO, Sabhasad or Councillor.
• Photocopy of CBS bank account passbook.
• Photocopy of Aadhaar card.

The height certificate and the consent letter are the core proof of eligibility, so arrange these first.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted only online, through any one of three platforms.

Method 1: SSP Portal

1. Visit the Social Security Pension portal at https://ssp.uk.gov.in.
2. Open the online application section and select the Dwarf Pension Scheme form.
3. Enter your Aadhaar details as the portal requires.
4. Fill in your personal, address and bank account details carefully.
5. Provide the required documents.
6. Review everything and submit.
7. Note down the application or registration number for future reference.

Method 2: UMANG App

1. Download and open the UMANG app on your smartphone.
2. Search for Uttarakhand Social Welfare / pension services.
3. Select the Dwarf Pension Scheme.
4. Fill in the details and submit the application.

Method 3: Apuni Sarkar Portal

1. Visit https://eservices.uk.gov.in and open the List of Services.
2. Select the Social Welfare Department, find Bauna Pension (Dwarf Pension) and click Apply Now.
3. On the login page, choose the Citizen tab and sign in with your User ID (email or mobile number), password and captcha. You can also sign in with DigiLocker (Meri Pehchaan) or Jan Parichay.
4. New users should click Register now and fill in their email, gender, name, mobile number (verified by OTP), date of birth, district, tehsil, address and preferred notification language (English or Hindi). Then log in with the new credentials.
5. Fill in the Dwarf Pension application form, attach the documents and submit.
6. Save the application number to track your status later.

Verification and Approval

After you submit, the Social Welfare Department verifies the application and documents. Once approved, the ₹1,200 monthly pension is released into your CBS bank account. Note that no official timeline for approval has been announced.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there an income limit? No. The scheme does not fix any monthly income limit.

Can someone already getting another pension apply? According to the eligibility conditions, the applicant should not receive pension benefits from any other source.

Who issues the height certificate? A Medical Officer. The Assistant Social Welfare Officer then issues a consent letter after verifying the height.

How is the pension paid? It is credited monthly to the beneficiary’s CBS bank account.

Is Aadhaar mandatory? Yes. Aadhaar is among the mandatory documents, and the online application uses Aadhaar details.

What is the minimum age? 21 years.

Is the process online or offline? Online only, via the SSP portal, UMANG app or Apuni Sarkar portal.

What is the last date to apply? No last date has been specified in the official information available, so it is best to confirm with the department.

Helpline and Contact Details

• Apuni Sarkar toll-free helpline: 1905
• Social Welfare Department helpline: 05946-297051
• Helpdesk email: directorsocialwelfare@gmail.com

Other Schemes by the Social Welfare Department

The department also runs the Old Age Pension Scheme (for senior citizens aged 60 and above), the Disability Pension Scheme and the Widow Pension Scheme. If you or a family member may qualify for these, it is worth checking their details too.

Final Thoughts

The Uttarakhand Dwarf Pension Scheme is a straightforward programme: meet the height and age criteria, gather the documents, apply online, and receive ₹1,200 every month directly in your bank account. If you are eligible, don’t delay in getting your height certificate and consent letter ready, and reach out to the helpline numbers above if you need any help along the way.