The “Grant of Financial Assistance to Differently Abled Person” scheme is an initiative by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. This scheme is designed to provide monthly financial support to persons with disabilities to help them maintain a minimum standard of living. Selection for this grant is periodical and depends on fund availability, ensuring that eligible individuals receive regular support to manage their healthcare and daily expenses.
Benefits
- For Persons with Disability (PwD):
- Disability Range 40% to 65%: ₹2,000 per month.
- Disability Range 66% to 85%: ₹2,500 per month.
- Disability Range 86% to 100%: ₹3,500 per month.
- For Senior Citizens:
- Age Range 60 to 79 years: ₹2,700 per month.
- Age 80 years and above: ₹3,800 per month.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a native or a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years. - Income:
The applicant’s annual income must not exceed ₹75,000. - Disability Criteria:
- For Orthopaedic/Deaf/Dumb/Blind individuals, the disability must be 40% or more.
- For mentally retarded applicants, the Intelligence Quotient (IQ) should be below 69.
- Other Requirements:
Applicants must submit all required documents as proof of identity, disability, income, and residence.
Application Process
Offline
- Obtain the Application Form:
Visit the relevant Office/Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare in Puducherry. You may also print the prescribed application form. - Fill Out the Form:
Complete all mandatory fields, attach a passport-size photograph (signed across, if required), and include copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested if necessary). - Submit the Form:
Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the required documents to:- Puducherry: The Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare.
- Karaikal: The Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
- Mahe / Yanam: The Welfare Officer (IC), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
- Receipt:
Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority, ensuring that it contains the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card.
- Ration Card.
- Birth Certificate.
- Disability Certificate.
- Income Certificate.
- Community Certificate.
- Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate issued by the competent authority.
- Recent Passport-Size Photograph.
- Bank Passbook.
In the absence of an Aadhaar Card, the applicant must provide their Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with any one of the following:
- Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo.
- PAN Card.
- Passport.
- Ration Card.
- Voter Identity Card.
- MGNREGA Card.
- Kisan Photo Passbook.
- Driving License (issued under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988).
- Certificate of identity (issued by a Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar on official letterhead).
- Any other document as specified by the Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Intelligence Quotient (IQ) threshold for mentally retarded applicants?
The IQ must be below 69. - What are the disability criteria for Orthopaedic/Deaf/Dumb/Blind applicants?
The disability must be 40% or above. - What is the maximum annual income allowed for eligibility?
The annual income should not exceed ₹75,000. - What is the eligibility criterion for residence under this scheme?
The applicant must be a native or have continuously resided in Puducherry for at least 5 years. - What are the contact details for grievance redressal in case of delayed benefits disbursal?
Contact details are available on the official website under “Contact Us.” - How are the benefits distributed based on the level of disability?
- 40%-65% disability: ₹2,000/month
- 66%-85% disability: ₹2,500/month
- 86%-100% disability: ₹3,500/month
- What is the monthly support allocated for individuals aged 80 years and above?
Individuals aged 80 years and above receive ₹3,800 per month. - What is the financial aid for individuals aged between 60 to 79 years?
They receive ₹2,700 per month. - How much monthly assistance is granted to individuals with a disability range of 86% to 100%?
₹3,500 per month. - Can you explain the monthly financial assistance for individuals with a disability range of 40% to 65%?
They receive ₹2,000 per month. - Where can applicants track the status of their application?
Applicants can track the status through the “Track Your Application” link on the official website. - How can individuals address grievances related to the scheme?
Grievances can be addressed by contacting the designated department through the “Contact Us” section or visiting the relevant sub-offices.