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Disability Pension & Invalid Pension Matters
Disability pension claims are among the most common — and most frustrating — matters that serving and retired personnel face. Whether your pension was denied outright, the disability percentage assessed too low, or arrears have not been paid despite an order, these matters require someone who knows the paperwork, the medical board process, and the AFT procedure inside out. Adv. Bansal reviews your papers, builds the case record, drafts and files before the AFT, and follows through on compliance timelines.
Who Is This For
- Service personnel whose disability pension was denied or rejected
- Veterans with disputes over disability percentage or broad banding
- Personnel where attributability or aggravation of disability is in question
- Those awaiting arrears despite a favourable order
- Personnel medically boarded out and seeking invalid pension
Common Situations
- Denial or rejection of disability pension by the pension authorities
- Disability assessed by Release Medical Board (RMB) or Invalidment Medical Board (IMB) at an inadequate percentage
- Disputes over whether the disability is attributable to or aggravated by military service
- Broad banding of disability from a lower to higher slab
- Non-payment of arrears despite AFT or court orders
- Reclassification of disability category
- Invalid pension matters following medical board proceedings
How We Help
- 1.Review your discharge book, PPO, and medical board papers to assess the claim
- 2.Identify gaps in the record and advise on strengthening the case
- 3.Draft and file the Original Application before the Armed Forces Tribunal
- 4.Represent you at AFT hearings and argue the matter through to order
- 5.Follow through on compliance — ensuring the authorities actually implement the order
- 6.File contempt or execution applications where orders are not complied with
Documents You May Need
- Discharge book or service record
- Pension Payment Order (PPO)
- Release Medical Board (RMB) or Invalidment Medical Board (IMB) proceedings
- Disability assessment reports and medical documents
- Rejection or denial letter from pension authorities
- Any previous representations submitted
- Correspondence with the Records Office or PCDA
- Earlier AFT or court orders (if any)
Typical Timeline
The AFT is generally faster than regular courts. Many disability pension matters are heard and decided within six to twelve months of filing. Urgent matters can be listed on priority. Compliance with orders may take additional time, and follow-up applications can be filed if needed.
Note: Timelines are general estimates and vary based on individual circumstances, court schedules, and case complexity.
Consultation Options
- In-person meeting at the Dwarka chamber with document review
- Phone or video call — especially useful for outstation personnel
- Share documents over WhatsApp or email for an initial assessment
Next Steps
- 1Gather your discharge book, PPO, medical board papers, and any rejection letters
- 2Contact Adv. Bansal by phone, WhatsApp, or the contact form
- 3After reviewing your documents, you will get a clear assessment of the case
- 4If you decide to proceed, the OA is drafted and filed before the AFT
- 5Hearings, arguments, and compliance follow-up are handled end to end
Frequently Asked Questions
My disability pension was rejected. Can it be challenged?
Yes. If your disability pension was denied or the percentage assessed is inadequate, it can be challenged before the Armed Forces Tribunal by filing an Original Application. The AFT regularly corrects such errors.
What is broad banding of disability pension?
Broad banding refers to the reclassification of disability from a lower percentage slab to a higher one (for example, from 20% to 50%). This affects the pension amount. If you believe your disability was assessed too low, a claim for broad banding can be pursued.
What does "attributability" and "aggravation" mean?
Attributability means the disability was directly caused by military service. Aggravation means a pre-existing condition was worsened by service. Both can entitle you to disability pension. The burden of proof and applicable rules differ, and this is often the core issue in disputed claims.
The authorities are not complying with the AFT order. What can be done?
If the authorities fail to comply with an AFT order within the directed timeline, a contempt or execution application can be filed. Adv. Bansal follows through on compliance to ensure orders are actually implemented.
Can I file before the AFT if I was medically boarded out years ago?
An Original Application must generally be filed within one year of the order being challenged. However, the AFT has the power to condone delay if sufficient cause is shown. Share your documents and the timeline will be assessed.
What is the difference between disability pension and invalid pension?
Disability pension is granted when a serving person is released with a disability that is attributable to or aggravated by service. Invalid pension is granted when a person is invalided out of service due to a disability that makes them unfit for further service. The eligibility criteria and calculation differ.