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WB SAMARTH Portal 2026: “Some very significant and welcome news” has emerged for the citizens of West Bengal from the state government. A completely new and integrated portal named “SAMARTH” has been launched to track the current status and payment details of all ongoing social security allowances and public welfare pension schemes in the state.
The Government of West Bengal has introduced the SAMARTH Portal, a unified digital platform designed to simplify the process of tracking social pension and welfare scheme benefits. Earlier, beneficiaries had to visit different government offices or departmental websites to check the status of pensions such as old-age allowances, widow pensions, disability benefits, and other welfare schemes.
With the launch of the SAMARTH portal, all major social pension schemes have been brought under a single platform, making the process more transparent, convenient, and citizen-friendly. Eligible beneficiaries can now check their application status and payment details online without visiting any government office.
What is the WB SAMARTH Portal?
The SAMARTH Portal is a state government initiative that acts as a centralized platform for monitoring social pension schemes. The objective is to provide easy access to scheme-related information and ensure that beneficiaries can track their applications and payments in real time. Previously, applicants had to contact various departmental portals or offices to check the status of their old-age, widow, or disability allowances.
The portal offers a transparent system where applicants can verify whether their pension application has been approved, is under process, or if payments have been credited to their bank accounts.
Which schemes can be checked?
Through the SAMARTH portal, citizens of West Bengal can verify the benefits and status of the following social and welfare pension schemes. A detailed list of the schemes is provided below:
| Scheme Name | Scheme Description |
| WCD Old Age Pension | General old-age allowance provided by the Department of Women & Child Development. |
| WCD Widow Pension | Widow allowance provided by the Department of Women & Child Development. |
| WCD Manabik | Financial assistance scheme for persons with disabilities under the Manabik Pension Scheme. |
| Taposili Bandhu (SC) | Pension scheme for aged persons belonging to the SC community. |
| Jai Johar (ST) | Pension scheme for aged persons belonging to the ST community. |
| Legacy Old Age Pension for ST | Legacy old-age allowance scheme for members of the ST community. |
| Old Age Pension for Farmers | Special state government pension for aged persons and financially vulnerable farmers. |
| Old Age Pension for Fishermen | Financial assistance scheme for aged persons, fishermen. |
| State Welfare Scheme for Purohits | Welfare allowance provided to economically needy priests (Purohits) in West Bengal. |
| MSME Pension & Textile Pension | Pension scheme for workers associated with the MSME and textile industries. |
| LPP Pensioner & LPP Retainer | Pension and allowance scheme for Lokprasar Prakalpa (LPP) artists and retainers. |
Pension Schemes Available on the SAMARTH Portal
The portal covers a wide range of welfare and social security schemes operated by different government departments.
Women & Child Development Schemes
- WCD Old Age Pension
- WCD Widow Pension
- WCD Manabik Scheme for Persons with Disabilities
Social Welfare Pension Schemes
- Taposili Bandhu Scheme for SC
- Jai Johar Scheme for ST
- Legacy Old Age Pension for ST beneficiaries
Occupational Welfare Pension Schemes
- Old Age Pension for Farmers
- Old Age Pension for Fishermen
- Welfare Assistance Scheme for Purohits
- MSME and Textile Worker Pension Schemes
Cultural Welfare Schemes
- Lok Prasar Prakalpa (LPP) Pensioner Scheme
- LPP Retainer Allowance Scheme
Through a single dashboard, beneficiaries of these schemes can easily access the latest information regarding their benefits.
How to Check Scheme Status Through the SAMARTH Portal?
Beneficiaries can track their application and payment status online by following these simple steps:
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal: https://samarthpanchayat.gov.in/sLogin/Pages/sLogin.aspx
Open the official SAMARTH portal and locate the option titled “Track Applicant & View Payment Status.”
Step 2: Select Your Scheme
Choose the welfare scheme under which you have applied from the available dropdown menu.
Step 3: Select Search Method
You can search your application details using any of the following:
- Beneficiary ID
- Mobile Number
- Aadhaar Number
Step 4: Enter Required Details
Provide the selected identification number and complete the captcha verification displayed on the screen.
Step 5: Click Search
After entering all information correctly, click the Search button.
Step 6: View Beneficiary Information
The system will display the beneficiary details, including:
- Applicant Name
- Beneficiary ID
- Address Details
- Block and Gram Panchayat Information
- Linked Bank Account Information
How to Check WB SAMARTH Portal Payment Status?
Once the beneficiary details appear, users can review the current status of their application.
The portal generally displays statuses such as:
- Approved
- Pending
- Under Verification
- Rejected (if applicable)
To check payment-related information, click the “View” button available under the Payment Status section. This allows beneficiaries to see the latest updates regarding pension disbursement and whether the amount has been credited to their bank account.
Key Benefits
The portal offers several advantages for beneficiaries across West Bengal:
- Single Platform Access
Multiple pension schemes are available through one centralized portal.
- Transparency
Applicants can monitor application progress and payment history without relying on intermediaries.
- Time-Saving
Citizens no longer need to visit government offices repeatedly for status updates.
- Easy Verification
Search options through Beneficiary ID, Aadhaar Number, or Mobile Number make the process simple and user-friendly.
- Real-Time Updates
Beneficiaries can access the latest information regarding approvals and payment releases.
