Doorstep Digital Life Certificate for EPS-1995 Pensioners
India Post Payments Bank has joined hands with the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to bring doorstep Digital Life Certificate services to pensioners enrolled under the Employees’ Pension Scheme, 1995. The move aims to simplify pension verification and reduce the need for senior citizens to travel to offices.
What the service offers
The service delivers digital life certificate collection at the pensioner’s home. Trained staff visit and complete the necessary digital verification, allowing pensioners to confirm their status without visiting an EPFO office or bank branch.
Who benefits
- Senior citizens who find it difficult to travel.
- Pensioners living in remote areas with limited access to service centres.
- Those seeking a faster, contactless option for annual life certificate submission.
How the process typically works
- Eligible pensioners register for the doorstep service with India Post Payments Bank.
- A scheduled visit is arranged at the pensioner’s home.
- Staff perform digital verification using secure authentication methods and submit the life certificate to EPFO on behalf of the pensioner.
Why this matters
The doorstep service reduces physical travel, shortens processing time, and lowers the risk of missed pension payments due to missed life certification deadlines. For many pensioners, especially the elderly and mobility-impaired, this is a practical and humane improvement in service delivery.
Practical tips for pensioners
- Keep valid ID and any required documents ready before the scheduled visit.
- Confirm the appointment details and the identity of visiting staff.
- Ask about any minimal charges or documentation needed when you register.
By combining postal reach with digital verification, this collaboration aims to make pension compliance simpler and more accessible for millions of EPS-1995 pensioners across the country.