State-wise Senior Citizen Card Information
The Senior Citizen Identity Card is issued by respective state government departments. While the basic eligibility and documents are similar across India, the application process, fees, and specific requirements may vary by state. Below is a comprehensive guide for all states and union territories.
Last reviewed: 15 September 2026 | Senior Citizen Information Researcher
Quick Facts – State-wise
Last verified: 15 September 2026 | Sources: Respective state government portals
How State-wise Processes Differ
- Application Portal: Each state has its own official portal or uses the National Government Services Portal
- Fee: Application fee varies from ₹0 to ₹25 depending on the state
- Processing Time: Ranges from 7 to 30 working days depending on the state
- Issuing Authority: May be Tahsildar Office, District Collectorate, or Social Welfare Department
- Additional Benefits: Some states offer additional benefits beyond central government schemes
Major States
| State | Application Mode | Issuing Authority | Portal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | Online & Offline | MeeSeva Centres | meeSeva.ap.gov.in |
| Bihar | Online & Offline | District Magistrate Office | serviceonline.bihar.gov.in |
| Chhattisgarh | Online & Offline | Tehsildar Office | serviceonline.cg.gov.in |
| Delhi | Online & Offline | SDM Office / Revenue Department | delhigovt.nic.in |
| Goa | Offline | Tahsildar Office | N/A |
| Gujarat | Online & Offline | District Collector Office | digitalgujarat.gov.in |
| Haryana | Online & Offline | Tehsildar Office | antyodaya-sewa.hry.nic.in |
| Himachal Pradesh | Online & Offline | SDM Office | hiphr.gov.in |
| Jharkhand | Online & Offline | District Collectorate | serviceonline.jharkhand.gov.in |
| Karnataka | Online & Offline | Sub-Divisional Officer | ahara.kar.nic.in |
| Kerala | Online & Offline | Taluk Office | edistrict.kerala.gov.in |
| Madhya Pradesh | Online & Offline | SDM Office | mp online.gov.in |
| Maharashtra | Online & Offline | Tahsildar Office | aaplesarkar.mahaonline.gov.in |
| Odisha | Online & Offline | District Collectorate | edistrict.odisha.gov.in |
| Punjab | Online & Offline | SDM Office | saral Punjab.gov.in |
| Rajasthan | Online & Offline | Sub-Divisional Officer | rajasthan.gov.in |
| Tamil Nadu | Online & Offline | Taluk Office | tnesevai.tn.gov.in |
| Telangana | Online & Offline | MeeSeva Centres | meeSeva.telangana.gov.in |
| Uttar Pradesh | Online & Offline | Tehsildar Office | edistrict.up.gov.in |
| Uttarakhand | Online & Offline | SDM Office | eservices.uk.gov.in |
| West Bengal | Online & Offline | Block Development Officer | parasportal.wb.gov.in |
Union Territories
| Union Territory | Application Mode | Issuing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh | Online & Offline | Sampark Centres / SDM Office |
| Jammu & Kashmir | Online & Offline | District Social Welfare Office |
| Ladakh | Online & Offline | Social Welfare Department |
| Lakshadweep | Offline | Sub-Divisional Magistrate Office |
| Puducherry | Offline | Taluk Office / Social Welfare |
| Andaman & Nicobar Islands | Offline | Deputy Commissioner Office |
| Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu | Offline | District Collector Office |
Common State Helplines
- Elderline (National): 14567 (24x7, toll-free)
- Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment: socialjustice.gov.in
Disclaimer: State-wise information is provided for reference. Portals, procedures, and requirements may change. Please verify with the respective state's official website before applying.
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