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13.4 lakh pension applications received as Andhra Pradesh deadline closes
✍️ The South First
🗓 19 Sep 2026, 01:01 PM
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The Andhra Pradesh government reported that 13.4 lakh fresh pension applications were submitted before the deadline closed.
The state government of Andhra Pradesh announced that the deadline for submitting pension scheme applications has now passed, with a total of 13.4 lakh new applications recorded. The figure reflects the volume of fresh requests received during the final filing period.
Officials said the surge underscores the continued demand for pension benefits among retirees and eligible families across the state. The applications cover various categories under the government’s pension programmes, including those for senior citizens, widows and disabled persons.
The department has indicated that processing of the applications will commence immediately, with beneficiaries expected to receive notifications in the coming weeks. The large response also highlights the importance of the scheme in providing financial security to vulnerable sections of society.
Officials said the surge underscores the continued demand for pension benefits among retirees and eligible families across the state. The applications cover various categories under the government’s pension programmes, including those for senior citizens, widows and disabled persons.
The department has indicated that processing of the applications will commence immediately, with beneficiaries expected to receive notifications in the coming weeks. The large response also highlights the importance of the scheme in providing financial security to vulnerable sections of society.