Every year, as November arrives, millions of pensioners across the country begin the process of submitting their Life Certificate, also known as Jeevan Pramaan. This document is mandatory for all pensioners to prove that they are alive and eligible to continue receiving their pension. The last date to submit the Life Certificate for 2025 is November 30, and failure to do so could lead to a temporary halt in pension payments.
A Life Certificate serves as official confirmation that a pensioner is alive and entitled to receive pension benefits. It ensures that pension payments reach the right person and helps prevent fraud or wrongful disbursements.
All pension-disbursing institutions—such as banks, post offices, and government departments—are required to collect this certificate annually, typically between November 1 and November 30.
For senior citizens aged 80 years or above, the government has provided additional time, allowing them to submit their certificate from October 1 to November 30, 2025.
To submit your Life Certificate, whether online or offline, keep the following documents ready:
Aadhaar number
Mobile number (linked with Aadhaar)
Pension Payment Order (PPO) number
Pension account number and bank details
Biometric verification (fingerprint or iris scan)
The government has made the process more convenient by introducing the Digital Life Certificate (DLC) system, known as Jeevan Pramaan. This allows pensioners to submit their certificate from the comfort of their home using a smartphone, computer, or biometric device.
Visit the official website: jeevanpramaan.gov.in
Click on “Get a Certificate”
Choose your device type (mobile or computer) and download the app
Enter details such as Aadhaar number and PPO number
Complete biometric verification using a fingerprint scanner or iris scan
Once verified, your Digital Life Certificate will be generated automatically and sent to your pension-disbursing agency (bank or post office)
Download the UMANG App from the Play Store or App Store
Open the Jeevan Pramaan section and select “Generate Life Certificate”
Fill in the required details and complete biometric verification
The app will instantly generate your digital certificate and share it with your pension authority
Both methods are Aadhaar-based, secure, and eliminate the need to visit a physical branch.
For pensioners who prefer traditional methods or lack access to digital tools, the offline process remains available. You can visit your bank branch, post office, or nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) to submit your Life Certificate.
At the center, you’ll need to:
Fill out the Life Certificate form
Provide supporting documents (Aadhaar, PPO, and account details)
Undergo biometric verification in front of an authorized officer
Once submitted successfully, your pension will continue without interruption for the next 12 months.
You can check whether your certificate has been successfully submitted or download it again by visiting:
👉 https://jeevanpramaan.gov.in/ppouser/login
Enter your Jeevan Pramaan ID to view the status and confirm receipt by your pension authority.
If you wish to submit your certificate offline, you can locate the nearest CSC online:
Visit jeevanpramaan.gov.in and click on “Locate a Centre”
Alternatively, you can send an SMS or search through your local government website for CSC details
Submitting a Life Certificate is a crucial annual process for pensioners. Missing the deadline of November 30, 2025 could lead to suspension of pension payments until submission. With the Digital Jeevan Pramaan initiative, pensioners can now complete the entire process online—quickly, securely, and from the comfort of their homes.
By using online platforms like Jeevan Pramaan Portal or UMANG App, pensioners can avoid long queues at banks or post offices and ensure that their pension continues without any delay.
