The “Financial Assistive Devices for Persons with Disabilities” scheme is implemented by the Haryana Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections Kalyan Nigam. It is designed to support persons with disabilities by providing loans of up to ₹5 lakhs to purchase assistive devices such as screen readers, motorized tricycles, scooties, hearing aids, and more—including the cost of retrofitting. This financial assistance aims to enhance employability or boost self-employment prospects for persons with disabilities. The scheme targets permanent residents of Haryana who have a disability of 40% or more and are either employed in reputable organizations or possess confirmed appointment letters.
Benefits
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Loan Amount:
Loans of up to ₹5 lakhs are provided to eligible persons for purchasing assistive devices. -
Usage:
The loan may be used to buy devices such as screen readers, motorized tricycles, scooties, hearing aids, etc., including retrofitting costs. -
Employment and Self-Employment:
The scheme helps improve employability or self-employment prospects by enabling access to assistive devices.
Eligibility
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Residency:
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Haryana. -
Disability:
The applicant must have a disability of at least 40%. (For persons with mental retardation, the age requirement is relaxed to 14 years instead of 18.) -
Age:
The applicant must be above 18 years (or 14 years for persons with mental retardation). -
Employment:
The applicant should be employed in a reputable organization or have a confirmed appointment letter. -
Certification:
The head of the organization must certify that the assistive device will enhance the applicant’s employability and that it is not provided by the organization.
For self-employment, the need for an assistive device will be assessed by the relevant authority.
Application Process
Online via Antyodaya-SARAL Portal
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Registration:
- Visit the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal: https://saralharyana.gov.in/.
- Click “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and fill in the mandatory details (Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, and State). Click “Submit.”
- Verify your mobile number and email ID via the OTP received.
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Login:
- Log in using your registered email ID and password.
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Application Submission:
- Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View all Available Services.”
- Search for the “Financial Assistive Devices for Persons with Disabilities” scheme and click on it.
- Fill in all mandatory details in the application form.
- Upload the required documents.
- Preview the form and click “Submit.”
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Tracking:
- You can track your application by entering the Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID on the portal.
Documents Required
- Identity/Citizenship Proof (Aadhaar Card)
- Proof of Age
- Resident Proof/Address Proof (Haryana Domicile Certificate)
- Caste/Religion/Community Proof
- Disability Certificate
- Passport-size Photograph of the Applicant
- Bank Account Details
- Any additional documents as specified by the scheme
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible for this scheme?
Permanent residents of Haryana with a disability of 40% or more, who are employed or have a confirmed appointment, are eligible. -
What types of assistive devices can be purchased under this scheme?
Devices such as screen readers, motorized tricycles, scooties, hearing aids, and other assistive technologies—including retrofitting costs—are covered. -
How much loan can be availed under this scheme?
Loans of up to ₹5 lakhs are available. -
Can self-employed individuals apply for this scheme?
Yes, if they meet the assessment criteria for self-employment as determined by the scrutinizing authority. -
Is there an age relaxation for persons with mental retardation?
Yes, the minimum age is relaxed to 14 years for persons with mental retardation. -
How can one apply for the scheme?
Applicants must register and apply online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. -
How can applicants track their application status?
Application status can be tracked on the portal by entering the relevant Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.