This is important news for all pensioners. To avoid any disruptions in receiving their pension, it is crucial that pensioners submit their digital life certificates on time. Pensioners have been advised to submit their digital life certificates between November 1st and 30th.
Digital Life Certificate: If you receive a pension, here’s some important information for you. The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) of the Government of India is conducting the fourth nationwide Digital Life Certificate (DLC) campaign from November 1 to November 30, 2025. This campaign will reach out to pensioners in 2,000 districts and sub-divisional headquarters across India. The goal is to ensure that all pensioners continue to receive their pensions regularly and without interruption.
During the DLC Submission Date
Pensioners have been advised to submit their Digital Life Certificate between November 1 and 30. Importantly, senior citizens above 80 years of age can submit their certificates starting October 1. Failure to submit the Digital Life Certificate may result in a disruption in pension receipt, so completing it on time is crucial.
What is a Digital Life Certificate?
A Digital Life Certificate (DLC) is a biometric and Aadhaar-based certificate that every pensioner must submit annually. This certificate proves that the pensioner is still alive and eligible for pension continuation. Submission requires Aadhaar number, name, mobile number, and pension-related information such as PPO number and bank account details.
How to submit a Digital Life Certificate?
To make this campaign a success, the government has collaborated with 19 pension disbursing banks, India Post Payments Bank (IPPB), Pensioners Welfare Association (PWA), Railways, Department of Telecommunications, UIDAI, and the Ministry of Electronics. Special camps will be set up at bank branches and post offices in major cities across the country for the convenience of pensioners. Additionally, this service will be provided at home or in hospitals for elderly, sick, and disabled pensioners who are homebound.
Pensioners can submit a Digital Life Certificate in several ways. You can submit it online through the Life Certificate portal with Aadhaar authentication. You can also submit it through the postman, through doorstep banking services, or by getting it signed by designated officials.
Aadhaar Number Mandatory
Aadhaar number or Virtual ID (VID) is mandatory for generating a Digital Life Certificate. Without it, it is not possible to generate a DLC. Therefore, if your Aadhaar card has not yet been generated or linked, complete it as soon as possible.
Why is a digital life certificate necessary?
The biggest advantage of a digital life certificate is that it eliminates the need for pensioners to repeatedly visit government offices and complete paperwork. The entire process is now online and digital, saving both time and effort. Furthermore, it can also prevent fraud and incorrect pension disbursements.
