SPARSH Defence Pension System
Department / Authority: Ministry of Defence (Ex-Servicemen Welfare)
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What this service does
System for Pension Administration (Raksha) by the Ministry of Defence offering end-to-end digital pension processing, monthly pension slips, Digital Life Certificate submission, and grievance resolution directly to Army, Navy, and Air Force veterans.
Who can use it / Eligibility
Retirees, defence veterans, and family pensioners of the Indian Army, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, and Defence Civilians.
What you'll need (Documents Required)
- 1Defence Service Number / PPO Number
- 2Aadhaar Card
- 3Bank Account Details (Aadhaar linked)
- 4Discharge Book / PPO Copy
- 5Active Mobile Number
How it works (Step-by-Step)
- 1Access sparsh.defencepension.gov.in.
- 2Log in using SPARSH username (Service Number + '01') and temporary credentials provided via SMS/email upon discharge.
- 3Verify Service Profile, bank account number, and dependent details.
- 4Submit annual Digital Life Certificate (DLC) through biometric authentication or Jeevan Pramaan integration.
- 5View and download monthly Pension Slips, Form 16, and Corrigendum PPOs.
Veterans can visit any designated SPARSH Service Centre at SBI / PNB branches or District Sainik Welfare Offices.
Key Service Facts
Free of Cost
Monthly pension credited on last working day; grievance resolution in 15 days
1800-180-5325
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