Grant of Transport Allowance to Differently Abled Persons

Key facts

Benefit	₹300 monthly
Who	Differently abled individuals in Puducherry
Income limit	₹75,000 annually
Implemented by	Department of Social Welfare, Puducherry
Application window	Open all year for applications.

Benefits

Eligible individuals receive a monthly transport allowance of ₹300, disbursed through Anganwadi Centres.

Who can apply

Age 5+
Household income ≤ ₹75,000/year
Resident of Puducherry
not income tax payer
no government employee in family
poor household
disabled

Applicants must be residents of Puducherry for at least five years, aged five or older, and have an orthopaedic disability of 40% or more. They should not be income tax payers, government employees, or receiving other transport assistance, and their annual income must not exceed ₹75,000.

How to apply

Applications can be submitted either online or offline through the Department of Social Welfare.

Visit the Department of Social Welfare office to request the application form or download it online.
Complete the application form, attaching all required documents and a passport-sized photograph.
Submit the filled application form to the appropriate authority based on your location in Puducherry.
Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment of your application submission, noting the date and time.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Aadhaar Card
Residence-cum-nativity Certificate
Recent Passport-size Photograph
Bank Passbook
Disability Certificate / Medical Certificate
Community Certificate
Financial Assistance ID Card of Deceased
Electoral Voter Identity Card
Declaration

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, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare for assistance.

Frequently asked questions

Where will the monthly Transport Allowance be disbursed?

The ₹300 monthly Transport Allowance will be paid through Anganwadi Centres.

Can beneficiaries receive financial assistance from other sources?

No, beneficiaries must not receive any other financial assistance for transport to qualify for this scheme.

What should an applicant do if they have a free bus pass?

If an applicant possesses a free bus pass, it must be surrendered to the Directorate of Social Welfare.

What is the maximum annual income allowed for eligibility?

The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹75,000 to qualify for the scheme.

Is there any application fee for this scheme?

No, there are no fees associated with applying for this scheme.

Can applicants from neighboring states apply for this scheme?

This scheme is exclusively for permanent residents of Puducherry; applicants from neighboring states are not eligible.

Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.