Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students
The scheme provides affordable hostel accommodation for working women and girl students in Puducherry.
Key facts
| Benefit | Affordable accommodation with essential facilities. |
|---|---|
| Who | Women employed in government offices and girl students |
| Income limit | ₹5,000 per month |
| How paid | Monthly rent of ₹650 for working women, ₹500 for students |
| Implemented by | Department of Women and Child Development, Puducherry |
| Application window | Open all year for applications. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive furnished accommodation with essential facilities at a monthly rent of ₹650 for working women and ₹500 for girl students. The cost of food is shared among the residents.
Who can apply
- Household income ≤ ₹5,000/year
- Women / girls only
- For: working, student
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
Eligible applicants include women employed in government offices or organizations and girl students enrolled in colleges. The monthly income of working women must not exceed ₹5000, and applicants should not be income tax payers or have any government employees in their family.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted offline to the Department of Women and Child Development in Puducherry.
- Visit the Department of Women and Child Development office to request the application form or download it online.
- Complete the application form, attach a passport-sized photograph, and include all required documents.
- Submit the filled application form and documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer.
- Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of your application submission.
Documents required
- Pay Certificate from the Organization/Firm (in the case of Working Woman)
- Study Certificate from the Institution (in the case of Student)
- Aadhaar Card
- Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department
- Income Certificate from the Revenue Department
- Voter ID Card
- Passport-sized Photograph
- Declaration/Undertaking (if any)
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application rejected | Ensure all mandatory documents are attached and the application form is filled correctly before submission. |
| Payment not received | Contact the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer for assistance regarding payment issues. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the monthly rent for working women and girl students?
Working women pay a monthly rent of ₹650, while girl students are charged ₹500 for accommodation.
What documents are required for application?
Applicants need to provide a pay certificate or study certificate, Aadhaar card, residence certificate, income certificate, voter ID, photograph, and any necessary declarations.
What is the income limit for working women applying for the scheme?
The income of the working woman must not exceed ₹5000 per month to qualify for the scheme.
How is the cost of food managed in the hostel?
The cost of food is shared among the residents of the hostel.
What should I do if I do not have an Aadhaar card?
If an Aadhaar card is unavailable, you can provide an Aadhaar enrolment ID along with alternative documents such as a PAN card or passport.
Who can issue a Certificate of identity if the Aadhaar card is not available?
A Certificate of identity can be issued by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar on official letterhead.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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