Supply of Prosthetic Appliances to Differently Abled Persons

Key facts

Benefit	Free prosthetic appliances
Who	Differently abled persons in Puducherry
Income limit	₹75,000 per annum
How paid	One-time provision
Implemented by	Department of Social Welfare, Puducherry
Application window	Open all year for applications.

Benefits

Beneficiaries receive various prosthetic appliances, including wheelchairs, crutches, and hearing aids, at no cost.

Who can apply

Household income ≤ ₹75,000/year
Resident of Puducherry
poor household
disabled

Applicants must be residents of Puducherry for at least five years and have an annual income not exceeding ₹75,000. They should also have a disability of 40% or more.

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, attach a recent passport-sized photograph, and include all required documents.
Submit the filled application form and documents to the designated authority in Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe, or Yanam.
Request a receipt or acknowledgment of your application submission.

Apply on the official website ↗

Documents required

Aadhaar Card
Ration Card
Residence-cum-nativity Certificate
Recent Passport-size Photograph
Bank Passbook
Disability Certificate
Caste Certificate
Financial Assistance Identity Card

Common problems and how to fix them

Problem	What to do
Application not acknowledged	Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the authority upon submission of the application.
Delay in benefit disbursal	Contact the relevant authority: Regional Administrator for Mahe/Yanam, Collector for Karaikal, or Directorate of Social Welfare for Puducherry.

Frequently asked questions

What should I do if there are delays in receiving benefits in Mahe or Yanam?

Contact the Regional Administrator in Mahe or Yanam to resolve any delays in benefit disbursal.

Can residents of Mahe and Yanam apply for this scheme?

Yes, residents of Mahe and Yanam are eligible to apply for the scheme.

What types of prosthetic appliances are provided under this scheme?

The scheme offers various appliances, including wheelchairs, tricycles, crutches, and hearing aids.

What is the minimum disability percentage required for eligibility?

Applicants must have a disability of at least 40% to qualify for the scheme.

How long must I have lived in Puducherry to be eligible?

Applicants should have been residents of Puducherry for a minimum of five years.

Who determines the type of prosthetic appliances I will receive?

The type of appliances is determined based on the recommendations of medical specialists or officers.

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