Jeevan Pramaan for Windows

What Jeevan Pramaan Offers

Jeevan Pramaan is a no-cost digital service from the Government of India that lets pensioners create and submit a Digital Life Certificate remotely. The system uses biometric authentication tied to your Aadhaar (12-digit unique identity number) so beneficiaries need not visit pension disbursing offices in person. The software works on both desktop and mobile platforms but requires a biometric scanner (fingerprint or iris) to perform the identity verification.

How to obtain your Digital Life Certificate

1. Make sure a compatible biometric device (fingerprint or iris) is connected and ready, and that you have your Aadhaar number available.
2. Go to the official Jeevan Pramaan download page, enter your email, complete the captcha, and click the download consent button.
3. You will receive an OTP by email; submit it to receive a second message containing the download link.
4. Select the installer for your operating system (for example, the Windows download) and save the setup file.
5. Run the installer and open the application once setup is complete.
6. In the application provide required personal details such as Aadhaar, pension payment order (PPO) number and your mobile number.
7. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete biometric authentication using your connected scanner.
8. After successful verification you will get an SMS confirmation with your Jeevan Pramaan Certificate ID; the certificate is stored in the central Life Certificate Repository.
9. If needed, log into the official portal later and download a PDF copy of the certificate by entering your Jeevan Pramaan ID.

Essentials you should have

• A functional biometric scanner (fingerprint or iris) compatible with the Jeevan Pramaan client.
• Access to the email account you used for the download request to receive the OTP and link.
• Your Aadhaar number and the pension payment order (PPO) details.
• A smartphone or PC with internet connectivity to install and run the application.
• Your mobile phone to receive the SMS acknowledgement and the Certificate ID.

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

• Eliminates the need to travel to pension distribution centers; certificates can be generated from home.
• Uses Aadhaar-based biometric authentication for a secure and straightforward identity check.
• Certificates are stored centrally and can be accessed by both the pensioner and authorized pension disbursing agencies.
• Available for both PC and mobile platforms.

Considerations

• You must obtain and configure a biometric device for desktop use, which can be an added step and expense.
• The process relies on Aadhaar authentication; ensure your Aadhaar details are up to date and linked correctly.
• Basic familiarity with installing and running applications is required for desktop installations.

If you set up the required biometric hardware, Jeevan Pramaan streamlines life-certificate submission and reduces the need for in-person visits.