Pensioners receiving government pensions must submit a Life Certificate to confirm that they are alive and eligible to continue receiving their pension. However, visiting a bank or government office is no longer the only way to complete this process. Pensioners can now generate and submit their Digital Life Certificate from home using a smartphone.
The Central Government, along with Northern Railway, is conducting the Digital Life Certificate Campaign 5.0 to make the process easier for pensioners. Under this campaign, pensioners are required to submit their life certificates between November 1 and November 30, 2026.
The initiative is particularly helpful for elderly pensioners who may find it difficult to travel to banks or government offices for certificate submission.
What Is Digital Life Certificate Campaign 5.0?
A Digital Life Certificate, also known as Jeevan Pramaan Patra, is an electronic document that confirms a pensioner’s existence and helps establish their eligibility to continue receiving pension benefits.
Earlier, pensioners generally had to visit their respective banks or government offices and submit a physical Life Certificate. With the introduction of digital services, this process can now be completed using a mobile phone.
Through Digital Life Certificate Campaign 5.0, the government aims to encourage digital submissions and make the verification process more accessible. Pensioners can use face authentication technology to complete their verification without travelling to a bank.
How to Submit a Digital Life Certificate From Home
Pensioners can generate their Jeevan Pramaan Patra using the official Jeevan Pramaan Face App. The process involves the following steps:
- Download the official Jeevan Pramaan Face App on your smartphone.
- Open the application and complete the registration process by entering the required information.
- Provide your Aadhaar number and other necessary details.
- Use your smartphone’s front camera to complete face authentication.
- Once your identity has been successfully verified, your Digital Life Certificate will be generated.
- After successful generation, you will receive a Pramaan ID, which serves as your certificate reference number.
Keep your Pramaan ID सुरक्षित for future reference. This process allows pensioners to complete their digital life certificate submission without visiting a bank.
Government Organising Special Camps for Pensioners
To support the Digital Life Certificate Campaign 5.0, the Railways and other government departments are organising special camps at different locations.
These camps are intended to help pensioners complete their digital life certificate submissions. Special assistance is also being provided to elderly individuals who are unfamiliar with smartphones and mobile applications.
The initiative aims to make the verification process easier for pensioners who need support with digital services.
Digital Life Certificate 2026: Important Dates and Official Websites
The Digital Life Certificate Campaign 5.0 will run from November 1 to November 30, 2026. Pensioners should complete their Life Certificate submission within the campaign period.
For further details, eligibility-related information and updates, pensioners can visit the official websites:
- Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare: https://doppw.gov.in/
- Jeevan Pramaan Portal: https://jeevanpramaan.gov.in/
Disclaimer: This article is intended for general informational purposes and explains the Digital Life Certificate submission process based on the information provided. Campaign dates, procedures and government guidelines may be subject to change. Pensioners should refer to the official Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare website or Jeevan Pramaan portal for the latest instructions before submitting their certificates.