Central Government pensioners aged 80 years or above can submit their Annual Life Certificate from 1 October 2026. Pensioners below 80 years can generally submit it from 1 November 2026.
Submitting the certificate on time is important for uninterrupted pension payments.
Important Dates
| Pensioner Category | Submission Starts |
|---|---|
| 80 years or above | 1 October 2026 |
| Below 80 years | 1 November 2026 |
Pensioners should confirm the final submission deadline with their bank or pension-disbursing authority.
What Is a Digital Life Certificate?
A Digital Life Certificate, also known as Jeevan Pramaan, is an Aadhaar-based service. It allows pensioners to submit proof that they are alive without necessarily visiting their bank branch.
A fresh Life Certificate generally needs to be submitted every year.
How to Submit the Life Certificate
Pensioners can submit it through:
- Jeevan Pramaan application
- Aadhaar Face Authentication
- Doorstep banking service
- Post office or IPPB service
- Pension-disbursing bank
- Treasury or authorised pension office
Details Usually Required
Keep the following information ready:
- Aadhaar number
- Pension Payment Order number
- Bank account details
- Registered mobile number
- Pension-sanctioning authority details
Confirm Your Submission
After submitting the certificate, save the Pramaan ID, acknowledgement or confirmation SMS. Also check whether the pension-disbursing authority has successfully accepted it.
Safety Advice
Never share your OTP, bank PIN or Aadhaar information with unknown callers. Use only official applications and authorised service providers.
Official Links
Conclusion
Central Government pensioners aged 80 years or above can submit their Life Certificate from 1 October 2026. Other pensioners can generally submit it from 1 November 2026. Early submission and confirmation can help prevent interruptions in pension payments.