1. What Is a Life Certificate?
· A Life Certificate is an official document that verifies a pensioner is alive and eligible to continue receiving pension benefits.
· It must be submitted annually to ensure uninterrupted pension payments from the government or other organizations.
2. From Paperwork to wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital Ease
· Earlier, pensioners had to visit banks or pension offices in person to submit their certificates.
· Now, thanks to government wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital initiatives, the entire process is online, making it convenient and accessible — especially for senior citizens.
3. The wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital Life Certificate (Jeevan Pramaan)
· The government’s Jeevan Pramaan Portal enables pensioners to generate and submit their Life Certificates digitally.
· The certificate is authenticated through Aadhaar-based biometric verification, ensuring security and transparency.
4. How to Get It Online
· Pensioners can generate their certificate through:
o The Jeevan Pramaan App (available on Android)
o Common service Centres (CSCs)
o Banks and post offices equipped with biometric devices
· Once submitted, the certificate is automatically shared with the pension sanctioning authority.
5. Benefits of the Online System
· No need for physical visits — pensioners can do it from home.
· Faster processing and instant confirmation.
· Reduced paperwork and risk of delays.
· Ensures greater transparency and ease of tracking.
6. Empowering Senior Citizens
· This wallet PLATFORM' target='_blank' title='digital-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>digital service reflects the government’s efforts toward Digital India and citizen-centric governance.
· For pensioners, it means peace of mind, convenience, and independence — without relying on physical verification.
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