Jai Johar Scheme
জয় জোহার প্রকল্প (জয় জোহার বৃদ্ধ ভাতা / Jai Johar Pension)
Quick Summary & Overview
The Jai Johar Old Age Pension Scheme (also known as Jai Johar / Jai Johar Pension Scheme) was rolled out from 1 April 2020 by the Tribal Development Department, Government of West Bengal. The scheme provides social security through monthly pension assistance to eligible senior citizens belonging to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities across West Bengal. The monthly pension rate is ₹1,000 per month. Under official Government SOP, pension payments are disbursed bi-monthly directly into the beneficiary's individual bank account (not in cash). Applicants must be 60 years of age or above (as on date of application), belong to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community, be permanent residents of West Bengal, and not be receiving any other social security pension or government pension. Jai Johar is integrated under West Bengal's Jai Bangla social pension umbrella system. Additionally, Bangla Sahayata Kendra (BSK) officially offers "Apply - Jai Johar Pension Scheme" under the Tribal Development Department. Application forms are available free of cost from BDO, SDO, or Kolkata Municipal Corporation offices. Submitting an application does not guarantee payment; pension benefits are subject to official Government verification and sanctioning.
Scheme Benefits
- Monthly pension rate: ₹1,000 / Month for eligible ST senior citizens.
- Rolled out from 1 April 2020 by the Tribal Development Department, Government of West Bengal.
- Dedicated social security and financial protection for Scheduled Tribe (ST) elderly citizens.
- Payment is transferred directly to individual bank accounts (bi-monthly disbursement as described in official SOP).
- Integrated into the Jai Bangla umbrella social pension system.
- Service accessible via local BDO/SDO offices and Bangla Sahayata Kendra (BSK) centers.
Scheme Components Breakdown
This scheme operates under distinct components with separate eligibility criteria and benefit structures.
Jai Johar Old Age Pension Scheme for ST Community
Target / Age: Age 60 Years & Above | ST Community
- •Administered by the Tribal Development Department, Government of West Bengal.
- •Applicant must belong to a Scheduled Tribe (ST) community.
- •Applicant must be a permanent resident of West Bengal.
- •Applicant must be 60 years of age or above (as on date of application).
- •Applicant must not be receiving another social security pension or pension from another authority.
- •Applicant must have an individual bank account in his/her own name.
Other Social Pension Schemes in West Bengal
West Bengal operates separate pension schemes with dedicated eligibility criteria for specific beneficiary groups under the Jai Bangla umbrella framework.
Taposili Bandhu Scheme
Dedicated Old Age Pension scheme providing ₹1,000/month to eligible Scheduled Caste (SC) senior citizens in West Bengal.
Old Age Pension
Monthly social security financial support provided to eligible elderly persons in West Bengal.
Widow Pension Scheme
Monthly social security and financial assistance of ₹1,000/month provided to eligible widows in West Bengal.
Manabik Pension Scheme
Monthly financial assistance of ₹1,000/month provided to eligible persons with disabilities in West Bengal.
Eligibility Requirements
Additional Eligibility Conditions:
- Applicant must belong to a Scheduled Tribe (ST) community.
- Applicant must be 60 years of age or above (age considered as on the date of application).
- Applicant must not be receiving another social security pension or pension from another authority.
- Applicant must have an active bank account in his/her own name.
- Pension sanction and payment are subject to official Government verification and approval.
Required Documents Checklist
How to Apply
Obtain Free Application Form
Collect the official Jai Johar application form free of cost from local BDO office (Rural Areas), SDO office (Municipality/Notified Areas), or Kolkata Municipal Corporation Commissioner office (KMC Area).
Visit PortalAccess via Bangla Sahayata Kendra (BSK)
Bangla Sahayata Kendra officially provides "Apply - Jai Johar Pension Scheme" service under the Tribal Development Department for assistance in submitting application forms.
Visit PortalSubmit Application with ST & Identity Documents
Submit completed physical application along with ST certificate (or paternal relative ST certificate as per rules), digital ration card, voter ID, bank passbook copy, and age proof to designated local authority.
Verification, Sanction & Bank Credit
Upon verification and sanction by competent authorities, the pension rate of ₹1,000 per month is transferred directly into the applicant's bank account (disbursed bi-monthly as per official SOP). Track status on jaibangla.wb.gov.in.
Visit PortalApplication Status Check
Check Applicant Status using the official Jai Bangla system at jaibangla.wb.gov.in.
Track Application StatusOfficial Sources & References
Frequently Asked Questions
Related Scheme Guides
Old Age Pension
বার্ধক্য ভাতা (ওভার এজ পেনশন / জয় বাংলা সামাজিক পেনশন)
Financial assistance provided to eligible elderly persons in West Bengal to support their social and economic security through the Jai Bangla system and NSAP/IGNOAPS.
Widow Pension Scheme
বিধবা ভাতা (বিধবা পেনশন / জয় বাংলা সামাজিক পেনশন)
Social security and financial assistance of ₹1,000 per month provided to eligible widows facing economic hardship in West Bengal.
Manabik Pension Scheme
মানবিক পেনশন প্রকল্প (মানবিক স্কিম / WCD Manabik)
Financial support and social security of ₹1,000 per month provided to eligible persons with disabilities (18 years and above, 40%+ disability) in West Bengal.