All Bihar social security pension beneficiaries must complete their Aadhaar-based e-KYC through CSC centers in December 2025 to ensure uninterrupted pension payments. This annual life certification process is crucial for continued benefits.

Bihar Pension e-KYC 2025 Mandatory through CSC e-Labharthi Portal

The Government of Bihar has announced that all beneficiaries of various social security pension schemes across the state must complete their Aadhaar-based e-KYC (life certification) during December 2025. This annual process is mandatory to ensure the continued and uninterrupted disbursement of pension benefits. Failure to complete the e-KYC within the stipulated time may lead to the suspension of pension payments from January 2026.

The e-KYC process can be conveniently completed through Common Service Centers (CSCs) located in every panchayat, aiming to facilitate access for beneficiaries, especially those in rural areas.

Important Dates

• e-KYC Period: December 2025
• Last Date: Not officially determined, but strongly advised to complete by end of December 2025 to avoid pension stoppage.
• Pension Disbursal: Payments for January 2026 will be made only after successful e-KYC completion in December.

Eligibility Criteria

All beneficiaries receiving pensions under the social security pension schemes of Bihar are required to complete e-KYC. This includes recipients of:

• Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme
• Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme
• Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme
• Laxmibai Social Security Pension Scheme
• Bihar Disability Pension Scheme
• Chief Minister Vision Pension Scheme

Beneficiaries must possess a valid Aadhaar Card for the e-KYC process.

Application Fees

The e-KYC process for Bihar Pensioners through CSC centers is **free of cost** for the beneficiaries. The Bihar government provides a commission to CSC operators for providing this essential service, ensuring that pensioners do not have to pay for their life certification. While some sources might mention a ‘charge for CSC services,’ the government has clearly stated that this particular e-KYC is free for the pensioner.

How to Complete e-KYC via CSC

Beneficiaries can follow these steps to complete their e-KYC at a nearby CSC center:

1. Visit your nearest Common Service Center (CSC) with your Aadhaar Card and Bank Passbook.
2. The CSC operator will log in to the e-Labharthi CSC portal using their CSC ID and password.
3. Your Aadhaar Card number will be entered, and biometric authentication (fingerprint) will be performed.
4. Ensure your biometric device is functioning correctly and your name and date of birth in Aadhaar are accurate.
5. After successful authentication, the e-KYC process will be completed.
6. The CSC operator may provide you with a certificate of successful e-KYC.

The government aims to conduct a month-long campaign at the panchayat level to ensure maximum coverage and assistance for all pensioners.

Official Link

For CSC operators to log in and perform e-KYC:

• e-Labharthi CSC Login Portal