Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations

Description
The scheme “Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. The objective of this scheme is to cover 90% of estimated maintenance cost for the registered NGOs running residential homes for the children, aged, and vulnerable persons.

Benefits
• 90% of estimated maintenance cost.
• NOTE: Contact the authorities below in case of delay in disbursal of benefits:
• Puducherry: The Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy, Puducherry.
• Karaikal: The Collector, Karaikal.
• Mahe/Yanam: The Regional Administrator, Mahe/Yanam.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The NGO should have a sound financial position.
2. The NGO should have facilities and resources for running the residential homes.
3. The NGO should be non-sectarian offering services to its beneficiaries irrespective of religion, caste, colour or creed.
4. The NGO should not be run for profit of any individual or a body of individuals.
5. The NGO should be free from corrupt practices.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issu…
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The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 2: 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).
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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: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the authority given below -
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Puducherry: The Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare.
Karaikal: The Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
Mahe / Yanam: The Welfare Officer (i\c), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement 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 (i…
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Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement 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).

Required Documents
• Registration Certificate/License
• MOU/Bye law
• Audit Report
• Utilization Certificate
• Annual Report

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main objective of the "Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations" scheme?
A: To cover 90% of the estimated maintenance cost for registered NGOs running residential homes for children, aged, and vulnerable persons.

Q: What are the key eligibility criteria for NGOs applying for this scheme?
A: The NGO should have sound financial standing, necessary facilities, be non-sectarian, not run for profit, and should be free from corrupt practices.

Q: Where can the citizens find the detailed guidelines for the scheme?
A: The guidelines can be found on the official website at socwelfare.py.gov.in/grant-aid-non-governmental-organisations.

Q: How much of the maintenance cost does the scheme aim to cover?
A: The scheme aims to cover 90% of the estimated maintenance cost for registered NGOs.

Q: What documents are required for applying to the scheme?
A: Documents required include Registration Certificate/License, MOU/Bye-law, Audit Report, Utilization Certificate, and Annual Report.

Q: Whom should applicants contact in case of delays in benefit disbursal in Puducherry?
A: Applicants in Puducherry can contact The Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy.

Q: Where can citizens find the application form for grant registration and certification for old-age homes?
A: The application form is available at socwelfare.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/application-form-grant-registration-certificate-old-age-home.pdf.

Q: What is the contact information for grievance redressal related to the scheme?
A: Grievances can be addressed through the portal at pgportal.gov.in.

Q: Where should applications be submitted in Karaikal?
A: Applications in Karaikal should be submitted to The Collector, Karaikal.

Q: What does the NGO need to be free from to qualify for the scheme?
A: The NGO should be free from corrupt practices to qualify for the scheme.

Q: What is the role of the Field Officer in the application process?
A: The Field Officer, Social Defence Section, Directorate of Social Welfare, Puducherry, is responsible for receiving applications.

Q: What is the primary focus of the NGO's services under the eligibility criteria?
A: The NGO should offer services irrespective of religion, caste, colour, or creed to qualify for the scheme.

Q: Where can citizens find the Citizens' Charter related to the scheme?
A: The Citizens' Charter is available at socwelfare.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizen-charter.pdf.

Q: What should the NGO have to qualify for the scheme besides a sound financial position?
A: The NGO should have facilities and resources for running residential homes to qualify for the scheme.

Q: In case of delays in Mahe/Yanam, whom should applicants contact?
A: Applicants in Mahe/Yanam should contact The Regional Administrator, Mahe/Yanam.