Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students
in Puducherry
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Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students in Puducherry
Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to provide suitable, inexpensive, and safe accommodation to women employed in government offices, organizations, and firms, as well as girl students studying in colleges. Essential facilities include a cot with mattress, lockable cupboards, television, newspapers, magazines, etc.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should either be a woman employed in government office/organizations/firm, or a girl student studying in college.
- The income of the working woman should not exceed ₹5000 per month.
Benefits
Affordable Monthly Rent: ₹650 for working women, ₹500 for girl students.
Furnished Accommodation with Essential Facilities: a cot with mattress, lockable cupboards, television, newspapers, magazines, etc.
*The cost of food is divided among the inmates.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pay Certificate from the Organization/Firm (in the case of Working Woman). |
| 2 | Study Certificate from the Institution (in the case of Student). |
| 3 | Aadhaar Card. |
| 4 | Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department. |
| 5 | Income Certificate from the Revenue Department. |
| 6 | Voter ID Card. |
| 7 | Passport-sized Photograph. |
| 8 | Declaration/Undertaking (if any). |
How to Apply in Puducherry
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Women and Child Development and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entru…
Offline OR The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: 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).
Offline Step 2: 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).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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…
Offline Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment 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 in Puducherry
Who can apply for Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Government Hostel for Working Women/ Girl Students in Puducherry?
Applicants in Puducherry typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The monthly rent is [?]650 for working women and [?]500 for girl students seeking accommodation under the scheme.