INTRODUCTION
If you are a pensioner of the Indian Armed Forces, or reemployed in any State Government, or any other Government organization, you need to submit your life certificate every year to prove that you are alive and eligible to receive a pension. This is a mandatory requirement that ensures timely and error-free pension disbursement. However, submitting your life-certificate can be a hassle, especially if you travel long distances or face difficulties getting the certificate.
Fortunately, there are several ways to submit your life certificate both digitally and manually and authenticate them from the internet. In this article, we will show you some of the methods you can use to submit your life certificate online or offline without any hassle.
JEEVAN PRAMAAN PORTAL
Jeevan Pramaan is a digital service that allows pensioners to verify their identity online using their Aadhaar number and biometrics. You can download the Jeevan Pramaan app or visit the website and follow the steps to generate and submit your digital life-certificate online. You can also visit a nearby Jeevan Pramaan centre to get your biometrics scanned by an operator. Jeevan Pramaan eliminates the need to physically visit the pension disbursing agency (PDA) or the designated authority and ensures that your life certificate is automatically updated in the PDA’s system. Click here to visit Jeevan Pramaan portal
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SPARSH PORTAL
SPARSH is a system for pension administration for defence pensioners that allows you to submit your life certificate online using Aadhaar or a manual life certificate. You can visit the SPARSH website and log in with your username and password. You can then choose the method of identification and follow the instructions to submit your life-certificate online. You can also download or print your life certificate from the portal. SPARSH is a convenient and secure way to submit your life certificate online for defence pensioners. Click here to visit SPARSH portal
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MANUAL LIFE CERTIFICATE
A manual Life Certificate is a traditional method of submitting your life certificate in physical form. You need to have a printed copy of your manual life-certificate and a scanned copy in PDF format. You need to get it attested by a designated authority (such as a Bank Manager, a Gazetted officer, etc.) who can verify your identity and sign the form. You can then submit the manual life certificate to your pension disbursing agency (PDA) or upload it to the SPARSH portal or any other portal that accepts it. A manual Life Certificate is a simple and reliable way to submit your life certificate offline.
INDIA POST PAYMENT BANK
The Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare launched a new initiative that allows postmen to collect digital-life-certificates (DLC) from pensioners at their homes. This service is powered by the India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) of the Department of Posts and Meity. Pensioners can request this service through the “Post info APP” that they can download from the Google Play store. Doorstep Banking saves you the time and effort of visiting the bank branch and provides you with a hassle-free experience.
Press release for doorstep Banking by Indian Posts Payment Bank
DOORSTEP BANKING
Doorstep banking service for life submission is a facility that allows pensioners to submit their annual life certificates from the comfort of their homes. This service is offered by an alliance of 12 public sector banks, such as SBI, PNB, Bank of Baroda, and others, under the umbrella of the doorstep banking service. To avail of this service, pensioners have to book an appointment through a mobile app, website, or toll-free number. A doorstep agent will visit the pensioner’s home and collect the online life certificate using the Jeevan Pramaan app. This service aims to provide convenience and safety to pensioners, especially in the current pandemic situation.
CONCLUSION
These are some of the methods you can use to submit your life-certificate online or offline. Depending on your convenience and preference, you can choose any of these options and ensure that your pension is disbursed without any delay or error. Submitting your life-certificate is a simple and important process that helps you receive your pension benefits and avoid any complications. We hope this article has helped you understand how to submit your life certificate online or offline.
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