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How to Apply for Karnataka Sandhya Suraksha Pension 2026

KA Sandhya Suraksha - ₹1,200/month for 65+ seniors. Universal Karnataka. Income-based.

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About This Guide

Karnataka Sandhya Suraksha Pension provides ₹1,200/month to senior citizens 65+. Family income < ₹32,000/year (BPL). State-specific. Universal Karnataka coverage. Apply at sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in. Combines with central IGNOAPS for higher categories.

Eligibility Criteria

Karnataka permanent resident
Age 65+
Family income < ₹32,000/year (BPL preferred)
Aadhaar mandatory
Bank account

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

Aadhaar
KA domicile
Age proof
Income certificate
BPL ration card (if applicable)
Bank passbook
Photo
Family details

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Visit Portal

sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in.

Apply Sandhya Suraksha

Among pensions.

Aadhaar e-KYC

OTP-based.

Personal Details

Auto-fetched.

Submit Documents

Income + age critical.

Tahsildar Verification

Field check possible.

Approval

30-90 days.

Monthly DBT

₹1,200 to bank.

Key Benefits

₹1,200/month
65+ seniors
Universal Karnataka
State-funded
DBT direct
Combines with IGNOAPS
Quick processing
Sevasindhu portal

What Happens After Application?

30-90 days verification. Monthly DBT.

Frequently Asked Questions

IGNOAPS + Sandhya Suraksha both?

Some BPL: both possible. State + central combined for full coverage.