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Secure FY 2026–27 Defense Pensions via SPARSH Digital Verification
Complete your annual life verification through the SPARSH portal to prevent payment delays. Use Aadhaar-based DLC to ensure your status remains active.
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Secure Your Pension Payments
Defense pensioners must complete their annual life verification to ensure uninterrupted payments for the 2026–27 financial year. The Ministry of Defence mandates that all beneficiaries use the System for Pension Administration (RAKSHA), or SPARSH, to file their Digital Life Certificate (DLC). Failing to meet this requirement risks immediate payment delays.
The digitalization of this process moves away from manual paperwork. It allows pensioners to verify their status from home, reducing the risk of administrative errors that previously plagued physical submission methods.
The 6-Step Digital Verification Process
To maintain compliance and avoid disruptions to your monthly credit, follow these steps within the SPARSH portal:
- Log in: Access the official SPARSH portal using your pensioner ID and password.
- Navigate to Identification: Select the 'Identification' tab from the menu.
- Choose Verification Method: Select the 'Aadhaar-based' or 'DLC' option to proceed.
- Enter Details: Input your Aadhaar number and verify your identity through the linked mobile number's OTP.
- Submit Biometrics: Use a registered biometric device or the Jeevan Pramaan Face App for facial authentication.
- Confirm Status: Once the system processes the data, download the receipt to confirm successful submission.