Question: I want to know about Pension to Indigent Sportspersons of Odisha. What does it offer?

Answer: in the application form. On verifying the data under the respective fields, click the 'Save' button. Accordingly, the status of the
application gets updated in the dashboard.ï»¿Sports User Manualï»¿Documents Required1. Copy of Aadhaar Card2. Birth Certificate3.
Photographs4. Photocopy of Bank Passbook5. Disability Certificate, (If applicable)6. Proof of income7. Sports/achievements
Certificates8. Any other documents, as requiredLife Certificate:In the month of January each year, the pensioners shall personally appear
before the District Sports Officer of the concerned district and furnish a Life Certificate in the form as in Annexure-IV.The DSO will
forward/upload the same to the Sports & Youth Services Department by 10th February of each year for renewal of pension, failing which
pension shall not be renewed.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the objective of this pension scheme?The objective of the scheme is to
provide financial support to sportspersons of yesteryears who are living in indigent conditions.Which department has launched this
scheme?Department of Sports & Youth Services Department, Government of OdishaWho is eligible for this pension?To qualify,
individuals must be permanent residents of Odisha, aged at least 50 for males and 40 for females. Age limits may be relaxed by up to 10
years in case of incapacitation due to injury, physical handicap, or serious ailment with a mandatory Medical Board Certificate.Is there an
income limit for eligibility?Yes, the annual income of the applicant should not exceed â‚¹50,000/-. What is the quantum of pension
provided under the scheme?Each pensioner receives â‚¹3,000/- per month.What are the conditions for Cessation of Pension?Cessation of
Pension: â€¢ Pension shall be ceased on the death of the pensioner. (However, if the spouse of the deceased pensioner is alive, he/she
may apply for the same). â€¢ A pensioner may also voluntarily give up availing of the pension at any time. â€¢ Pension can also be
ceased by this Department if, on inquiry, it is found that the pensioner is leading a comfortable life, i.e. he/she is not in any indigent
condition. In such a case, the Department also reserves the right to take appropriate legal/administrative action for recovery of the total
amount already availed by the beneficiary in the name of pension along with 18% annual interest. â€¢ Pension can also be ceased by this
Department if, on inquiry, it is established that the pensioner is getting a pension by resorting to unfair or fraudulent means.Is Surviving
Spouse of a Deceased Pensioner eligible for the Pension?Yes, Pension in favour of the surviving spouse of a deceased pensioner shall be
sanctioned on a priority on receipt of application duly supported by death certificate, legal heir certificate, etc. The process of applying
will be the same.What will be the mode of payment?The pension will be drawn from the Treasury & credited to the beneficiary's bank
account every month (or upon such interval as decided by the Sports & Youth Services Department from time to time) through e-
Transfer.How can I apply for the sports pension?To apply online, visit the official web portal at
https://portal.sportsodisha.gov.in/Citizen/Registration.What if I fail to submit the Life Certificate by the deadline?Failure to submit the
Life Certificate by the specified deadline will result in the non-renewal of the pension.Sources And ReferencesGuidelinesOfficial
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