The Denture Grant is a welfare scheme introduced by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund under the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. This scheme provides financial assistance of ₹20,000/- to registered Ex-servicemen or Widows of Ex-servicemen for the purchase of dentures. Note that beneficiaries who are members of the Ex-servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) are not eligible. The applications are accepted offline.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
A grant of ₹20,000/- is provided for the purchase of dentures. - Disbursal Method:
The amount is credited directly to the beneficiary’s bank account via RTGS/NEFT.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be an Ex-serviceman or Widow of an Ex-serviceman.
- The applicant should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
- The applicant must not be a member of the Ex-servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS).
Exclusions:
- The scheme does not apply to those Ex-servicemen or their living spouses/widows who are re-employed as regular or deemed-to-be-regular employees in Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Private Organizations or are self-employed for IT assessments.
Application Process (Offline)
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Option 1: Print the prescribed application form from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
- Option 2: Visit the Rajya Sainik Board at Jawan Bhawan (261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Rd, Lawspet, Puducherry – 605013, India) during working hours to request a hard copy.
- Complete the Application:
- Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form.
- Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across if required).
- Attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the required documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
- Receipt Issuance:
- A receipt with a unique application reference number will be issued.
- Submission Deadline:
- The application must be submitted within three months from the date of purchase or completion of treatment.
Queries/Complaints/Suggestions/Grievances
- Address:
261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Rd, Lawspet, Puducherry – 605013, India - Phone:
(+91)(0413) 2253107 - Email:
[email protected] - Working Hours:
Monday – Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Documents Required
- Identity Card of the Ex-serviceman or Widow.
- Discharge Certificate of the Ex-serviceman.
- Original Doctor’s Prescription.
- Original Bill of Purchase.
- Declaration by the Ex-serviceman or Widow.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Which department administers this scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. -
Where can I find the URL of the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry?
The URL is available on the official government portal of the Department. -
Where can I find the contact details of the Public Information Officer?
Contact details are provided on the official website or scheme guidelines. -
Where can I find the contact details of the Appellate Authority?
These details are available in the official scheme documentation. -
Are Short Service/Emergency Commissioned Officers eligible for ex-serviceman status?
Eligibility criteria are specified in the scheme guidelines. -
Is this scheme also applicable to the Widows of Ex-servicemen?
Yes, the scheme is applicable to Widows of Ex-servicemen. -
What is the procedure for seeking information through the Right To Information (RTI) Act?
The procedure is detailed in the official guidelines available on the website. -
Where can I find detailed guidelines for the welfare schemes provided by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund?
Guidelines can be accessed on the official website and relevant government publications. -
Where can I get the application forms for the welfare schemes provided by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund?
Application forms are available on the Official Website or at the Rajya Sainik Board. -
Is there any relaxation in the income criteria for eligibility under certain circumstances?
Details on any relaxations are provided in the scheme guidelines. -
Where should the application form be submitted for this scheme?
The completed application must be submitted to the Rajya Sainik Board at the specified address. -
Is there any compensation for the delay in the disbursal of the scheme benefits?
Any provisions for compensation are mentioned in the official guidelines.