For retired Indian Air Force (IAF) personnel, widows/family pensioners, and dependents, getting timely assistance for pension, family pension, ECHS, insurance claims, documentation, and welfare benefits is extremely important. To simplify access to official help, the Directorate of Air Veterans (DAV) has issued an updated Telephone Directorycontaining essential contact numbers for all major veteran-related services.
This guide provides a complete and organized list of important IAF veteran helpline numbers, including contacts for DAV Query Cell, AFGIS, AFBA, Jt CDA (AF), PCDA (P), ECHS, and SPARSH support.
Why These Contact Numbers Are Important
Ex-servicemen and their families often need assistance for:
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Pension revision and SPARSH-related issues
Family pension claims after death of a veteran
Disability pension and appeal matters
Retired identity card issues
ECHS card and medical benefits
AFGIS insurance settlement and loan recovery
AFBA family assistance claims
Re-employment and resettlement support
Provident Fund and gratuity matters
Having the correct official contact numbers can save significant time and help resolve urgent issues quickly.
Directorate of Air Veterans (DAV) – Main Contact Directory
✅ Service Number ✅ PPO Number / SPARSH ID ✅ Aadhaar-linked mobile number ✅ Previous correspondence/reference number
This categorized helpline directory should help Indian Air Force veterans and their families quickly connect with the correct department for pension, welfare, medical, and documentation support.