Jharkhand Patrakar Samman Pension Niyamawali 2026: Monthly Pension of ₹7,500 for Retired Journalists
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Quick answer
The Jharkhand Patrakar Samman Pension Niyamawali provides a monthly pension of ₹7,500 to retired full-time journalists who have served at least 20 years in Jharkhand or undivided Bihar. Eligible journalists receive lifetime pension, and their spouses get 50% as family pension after their demise. Applications are submitted offline to the Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Jharkhand.
At a glance
| Main benefit | Key Benefits |
| Ministry / department | Information and Public Relations Department |
| Level | State Government (Jharkhand) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The Jharkhand Patrakar Samman Pension Niyamawali was launched by the Information and Public Relations Department, Government of Jharkhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to journalists who have served the state for an extended period. It ensures their well-being post-retirement and acknowledges their contribution to media and society. The scheme applies to journalists across Jharkhand and includes provisions for family pensions for their dependents after their demise.
Benefits
- Monthly pension of ₹7,500 for eligible journalists.
- Family pension of 50% of the journalist's pension (₹3,750) goes to the spouse after the journalist's demise.
- Lifetime pension for retired journalists who meet the eligibility criteria.
- Pension payments are made directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts through online transfer.
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Jharkhand.
- Applicant must be a journalist or full-time media professional.
- Applicant must have worked as a full-time journalist/media professional for a minimum of 20 years in Jharkhand or undivided Bihar (before November 15, 2000).
- Applicant must not be receiving a pension from any other media institution or government.
- Applicant must have retired at the age of 58 years or as per the retirement norms of the media organization.
- Applicant must hold an accreditation certificate issued by the Directorate of Information and Public Relations at the time of retirement.
- Applicant must not have any criminal convictions leading to imprisonment of more than two years.
Who cannot apply
- Journalists receiving pension from any other media institution or government.
- Part-time journalists.
- Applicants with criminal convictions leading to imprisonment of more than two years.
- Journalists who have not served a minimum of 20 years in Jharkhand or undivided Bihar.
- Applicants without accreditation certificate from the Directorate of Information and Public Relations at the time of retirement.
Documents required
- Self-declaration Affidavit confirming 20 years of full-time service as a journalist in Jharkhand.
- Service Duration Certificate issued by the editor(s) of the media organization(s) where the applicant worked.
- Complete details of contributions to the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF) for at least 20 years.
- Accreditation Certificate issued by the Information and Public Relations Directorate.
- Proof of Retirement Age (58 years or organization-specific retirement letter).
- Aadhaar Card or PAN Card for identification.
- Bank Account Details with a nationalized bank.
- Annual Life Certificate to be submitted in March each year.
How to apply
- 1Visit the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the staff entrusted to issue and collect forms, or access the official online portal at http://prdjharkhand.in/iprd/.
- 2Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form and attach copies of all required documents (self-attest if required).
- 3Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Director, Information and Public Relations Department, Jharkhand.
- 4Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority. Ensure the receipt contains the date and time of submission and a unique identification number if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the scheme?+
Full-time journalists/media professionals with at least 20 years of service in Jharkhand and meeting other conditions.
What is the monthly pension amount under this scheme?+
Eligible journalists receive ₹7,500 per month.
Can the spouse of a deceased journalist claim benefits?+
Yes, the spouse is entitled to 50% of the pension amount as a family pension.
Is this scheme applicable to part-time journalists?+
No, the scheme is only for full-time journalists.
What happens if a journalist is convicted of a crime?+
Convictions leading to imprisonment of more than two years will disqualify the applicant from receiving the pension.
What documents are required for application?+
Documents include a service certificate, EPF details, accreditation certificate, and retirement proof, among others.
Where should the application form be submitted?+
Submit the form to the Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Jharkhand.
Is the scheme applicable to journalists from outside Jharkhand?+
No, only journalists who served in Jharkhand are eligible.
What is the minimum retirement age for this scheme?+
The retirement age is 58 years, or as per the norms of the journalist's organization.
How is the pension amount disbursed?+
The pension is directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.
Can a journalist apply for this scheme posthumously?+
No, only living journalists or their dependents can apply.
What happens if false information is provided?+
The pension will be revoked, and any financial benefits received fraudulently will be recovered.
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