Puducherry
Award of Scholarship to Differently Abled Person Students
Main benefit
1st to 5th Standard: ₹ 1,000/- per year.6th to 8th Standard: ₹ 2,000/- per year.9th to 12th Standard: ₹ 3,400/- per year.
Can you get this scheme?
Conditions at a glance
- Family income up to ₹75 thousand a year
- Work: Student
- Disability 40% or more
About
The scheme "Award of Scholarship to Differently Abled Person Students” by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry was introduced to provide scholarship to the differently abled persons who are students for enabling them to secure education. The assistance is extended to Student with Disabilities studying from Class 1st upto Postgraduate/ Professional courses.
Benefits
- 1st to 5th Standard: ₹ 1,000/- per year.6th to 8th Standard: ₹ 2,000/- per year.9th to 12th Standard: ₹ 3,400/- per year.
- Undergraduate Course: ₹ 5,000/- per year.
- Postgraduate/Professional Course: ₹ 6,800/- per year.
Who can apply
- The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
- The applicant should have an annual income (from all sources) not exceeding ₹75,000/- per annum.
- The disability of the applicant should be 40% and above.
- The assistance is extended to Student with Disabilities studying from 1st Standard upto Postgraduate/Professional courses.
Documents needed
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How to apply
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The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications. ORThe interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the authority given below - 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).
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Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Common questions
Can I apply for the scholarship if I am pursuing a professional course?
Yes, the scheme extends assistance to students pursuing Postgraduate/Professional courses.
Where can I find additional information about the grievance redressal process for this scholarship scheme?
You can address grievances through https://pgportal.gov.in/.
How long should I have been a resident of Puducherry to be eligible for this scholarship?
To be eligible, you need to be a native/resident of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
Where should I address delays in receiving scholarship benefits, and who are the concerned authorities?
For Puducherry, contact the Director, Directorate of Social Welfare; for Karaikal, contact the Collector, and for Mahe/Yanam, contact the Regional Administrator.
What are the different financial assistance amounts provided under this scheme for various education levels?
The assistance varies from ₹1,000/- to ₹6,800/- per year, depending on the education level, from 1st Standard to Postgraduate/Professional courses.
How can I track the status of my scholarship application under the "Award of Scholarship to Differently Abled Person Students" scheme?
You can track your application status at https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/Track Application.aspx.
How is the scholarship amount for differently-abled students determined?
The scholarship amounts are predetermined based on the education level, ranging from ₹1,000/- to ₹6,800/- per year.
Is the scholarship amount fixed, or does it vary based on academic performance?
The scholarship amounts are fixed and vary according to the educational level, not based on academic performance.
Can a student receive benefits for multiple academic years under this scheme?
Yes, eligible students can receive scholarship benefits for each academic year they meet the criteria.
What is the annual scholarship amount for students pursuing postgraduate or professional courses?
Students pursuing postgraduate or professional courses can receive ₹6,800/- per year under this scheme.
How much financial aid is provided to undergraduate students through this scheme?
Undergraduate students are eligible for ₹5,000/- per year as part of the scholarship benefits.
Could you provide details about the financial assistance for students in the 9th to 12th standard?
Students in the 9th to 12th standard receive ₹3,400/- per year under this scholarship scheme.
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