Social Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry introduced Scheme of Grant in Aid for Hearing Impaired Educational Expenses. The objective behind this is to help financially the Hearing Impaired and Visually Impaired students doing higher education (both state as well as outside the UT Puducherry) The dual purpose scheme pays for full fees reimbursement to students in their first year of study.
Benefits
- Full reimbursement of entire educational fees from the first year of the course for eligible students.
- Applicable for special higher education courses in government-recognized institutions both inside and outside Puducherry.
Eligibility Criteria
- Annual Income:
- The applicant’s family income must be ₹2,00,000 or below per annum.
- Disability Requirement:
- The applicant must have a disability percentage of 40% or above.
- Residency:
- The applicant should have been a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
- Educational Enrollment:
- The applicant must be enrolled in a full-time special higher education course at a government-recognized institution.
Application Process
Step-by-Step Guide:
- Visit the Office:
- Visit the Office/Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare during office hours to collect the application form.
- Fill Out the Application Form:
- Complete all the mandatory fields in the form.
- Paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across if required).
- Attach self-attested copies of the required documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed form and documents to the respective authority based on your location:
- 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 (i/c), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
- Submit the completed form and documents to the respective authority based on your location:
- Request Acknowledgement:
- Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the submission authority, ensuring it contains the submission date, time, and unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Medical Certificate indicating the disability percentage.
- Applicant’s Recent Passport-Sized Photograph.
- Aadhaar Card (for identity verification).
- Study Certificate from the current institution.
- Bonafide Certificate from the educational institution.
- 10th and 12th Marksheets (for academic qualification verification).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What types of courses are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers special higher education courses at government-recognized institutions. - Can students studying outside Puducherry apply?
Yes, students pursuing special higher education courses outside the Union Territory of Puducherry are eligible. - What documents are required for the application?
Key documents include the Medical Certificate, Aadhaar Card, Bonafide Certificate, Study Certificate, and 10th/12th Marksheets. - Where should the application be submitted?
Applications should be submitted to the relevant office based on the applicant’s location:- Puducherry: Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section.
- Karaikal: Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department.
- Mahe/Yanam: Welfare Officer (i/c), Social Welfare Department.
- Is there a specific timeframe for application submission?
The exact submission timeline may vary; applicants are advised to check with the Department of Social Welfare for updated schedules. - How can applicants address grievances related to the scheme?
Applicants can approach the Sub-Offices or contact the Directorate of Social Welfare for grievance redressal.