The “Ex-Gratia Grant for Disability to Defence Forces Personnel” scheme is implemented by the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Haryana. It is designed to provide a one-time ex-gratia grant to defence forces personnel from Haryana who become permanently disabled due to war, operational areas, terrorist activities, natural calamities, or similar circumstances. The grant is awarded based on the percentage of disability as determined by the Initial Medical Board and is applicable to personnel of all ranks. Enhanced grant amounts apply for disabilities sustained on or after 19th February 2014.
Benefits
- Ex-Gratia Grant Amounts:
- Disability 75% and above: ₹35,00,000/-
- Disability 50% to 74%: ₹25,00,000/-
- Disability 25% to 49%: ₹15,00,000/-
- One-Time Grant:
The grant is provided as a one-time financial assistance.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Haryana. - Defence Forces Personnel:
The applicant should be a member of the Army, Navy, or Air Force from Haryana who has become permanently disabled due to war, operations, terrorist activities, natural calamities, etc. - Discharge:
The applicant must have been discharged from defence forces service due to the disability. - Disability Assessment:
The disability percentage is determined by the Initial Medical Board. - Application Time Frame:
Applications must be submitted within three years of the date of disability; applications submitted after this period will be considered time-barred.
Application Process
Online Process via Antyodaya-SARAL Portal
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Registration:
- Visit the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
- Click “New User” under “Sign In Here” and fill in all mandatory details (Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, State).
- Click “Submit” and verify your mobile number and email ID via OTP to complete registration.
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Login and Application:
- Log in using your registered email ID and password.
- Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View all Available Services.”
- Search for the scheme and click on it to fill out the application form.
- Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra number (Family ID) and click “Click here to Fetch Family Data” to retrieve your family details.
- Select the beneficiary/applicant name, verify using the OTP sent to the corresponding family member, and fill in all mandatory details.
- Upload all required documents.
- Preview your application and click “Submit.”
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Tracking Application:
- Applicants can track the status of their application by entering the Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID on the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
Documents Required
- Battle Casualty Report:
Copy of the detailed battle casualty report and Part-II order from Service Headquarters. - Parivar Pehchan Patra:
Family identification document. - Aadhaar Card.
- Haryana Resident Certificate.
- Bank Passbook:
A copy of the bank passbook linked with Aadhaar. - Disability/Casualty Certificate:
Certificate indicating the percentage of disability issued by the competent authority. - Self-Photo ID:
(e.g., Ration Card, Driving License, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.) - Address Proof:
Document showing Haryana residency at the time of commissioning, issued by a competent authority. - Affidavit:
For verifying the particulars given by the disabled defence personnel. - Additional Documents:
Any other documents as required by the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible for this scheme?
Defence Forces personnel from Haryana who have been discharged due to permanent disability (from war, operations, terrorist activities, natural calamities, etc.) and meet the residency and application timeframe requirements are eligible. -
What are the benefits under this scheme?
The scheme provides a one-time ex-gratia grant based on the percentage of disability: ₹35,00,000/- for 75% and above, ₹25,00,000/- for 50%-74%, and ₹15,00,000/- for 25%-49%. -
Does the enhanced ex-gratia amount apply to all disabled personnel?
Enhanced amounts apply to those disabled on or after 19th February 2014. -
Are Defence Forces personnel of all ranks eligible for this grant?
Yes, the grant is available to disabled defence forces personnel of all ranks. -
How can one apply for the ex-gratia grant?
Applications must be submitted online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal following the detailed registration and application process. -
What is the time frame to apply for the grant after becoming disabled?
Applications must be submitted within three years of the date of disability. -
How is the percentage of disability determined?
The disability percentage is assessed by the Initial Medical Board. -
Is the grant amount a one-time payment?
Yes, the ex-gratia grant is provided as a one-time payment. -
Is there any financial assistance for disabilities below 25%?
The scheme provides grant amounts only for disabilities in the ranges of 25% and above. -
Can I track my application status online?
Yes, you can track your application status on the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal using your Application Reference ID.