Hearing Aid Grant (Sainik Welfare)

Key facts

Benefit	₹8,000 (one-time) for hearing aid
Who	Ex-servicemen and widows of ex-servicemen
How paid	Credited via RTGS/NEFT
Implemented by	Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry
Official portal	sainikwelfare.py.gov.in
Application window	Applications accepted throughout the year.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive a one-time financial assistance of ₹8,000 to purchase a hearing aid. The amount is transferred directly to their bank account.

Who can apply

For: ex-serviceman, widow
not income tax payer
no government employee in family

Eligible applicants include ex-servicemen and widows of ex-servicemen who are registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare in Puducherry. Those who are members of the Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) or are re-employed in government or private sectors are excluded from applying.

Who is not eligible

Members of Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS)
Re-employed ex-servicemen or widows in government or public sector
Self-employed income tax assesses

How to apply

Applications for the Hearing Aid Grant must be submitted offline through the Department of Sainik Welfare.

Obtain the application form from the official website or visit the Rajya Sainik Board in Puducherry to request a hard copy.
Complete the application form, including all mandatory fields and attach required documents.
Submit the filled application form along with documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
Receive a receipt of the application from the authority for tracking purposes.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Identity Card of the ESM/ Widow of ESM
Discharge Certificate of Ex-Serviceman
Prescription of Doctor (Original)
Bill of the Purchase (Original)
Declaration by the ESM/ Widow of ESM

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application not acknowledged	Ensure to request a receipt upon submission of the application to confirm it has been received.
Payment not received	Contact the Department of Sainik Welfare for assistance, providing your application receipt details.

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible to apply for the Hearing Aid Grant?

Ex-servicemen and widows of ex-servicemen registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare in Puducherry can apply, provided they are not members of ECHS.

Is there a fee to apply for this scheme?

No, there are no fees associated with the application process for the Hearing Aid Grant.

Can persons with disabilities apply for this grant?

Yes, persons with disabilities can apply, although there are no specific provisions for them mentioned in the scheme guidelines.

What documents are required for the application?

Applicants must provide an Identity Card, Discharge Certificate, Doctor's Prescription, Purchase Bill, and a Declaration.

Is there a deadline for submitting applications?

Applications can be submitted at any time throughout the year, as there are no specific opening or closing dates.

How can applicants track their application status?

Applicants can request a receipt with a unique identification number and may check status updates through the official website or by contacting the authority.

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