Life Certificate submission for Central Government pensioners abroad: Complete guide and latest rules

Individuals aged 80 and over are granted extra time, with their submission window opening earlier on October 1st.

For pensioners residing abroad, the government has recently issued a notification detailing convenient methods to complete this necessary procedure without requiring a trip to India.

1. Certification via designated bank officer

In the case of a pensioner/family pensioner residing abroad and drawing pension/family pension through any bank included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, the Life Certificate may be signed by a designated officer of the bank.

A pensioner/family pensioner is exempted from personal appearance upon submission of the Life Certificate signed by the designated bank officer.

2. Exemption via authorised agent and approved signatories

3. Verification through Indian Embassy/Consulate Certificate

This certificate shall be issued after verifying the identity of the pensioner/family pensioner based on the photograph affixed on the PPO, Passport, or any other such document.

4. Submitting documentation remotely to the Embassy/Consulate

Suppose the pensioner/family pensioner is unable to visit the Embassy of India/Consulate. In that case, he/she may submit the requisite documents by post to the Embassy/Consulate, including a Doctor’s Certificate indicating the pensioner’s/family pensioner’s inability to appear in person.

The Embassy of India/High Commission/Indian Consulate may also assist pensioners/family pensioners in submitting their Life Certificate.