Prosthetic Aid Scheme
in Jammu and Kashmir
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Prosthetic Aid Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir
Prosthetic Aid Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir.
Apply for Prosthetic Aid Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir
Scheme Overview
In the "Prosthetic Aid Scheme", Prosthetic Aids and Artificial Appliances (Tricycles, Wheel Chairs, Crutches, Hearing Aids, and Artificial Limbs, etc) are provided to Persons with Disability (e.g. blind, deaf, orthopedically or physically handicapped) by the Social Welfare Department.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a citizen of India.
The applicant should be a domicile / permanent resident of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir.
The applicant should be a Person with Disability (PwD) (e.g. blind, deaf, orthopedically or physically handicapped).
The family income of the applicant should be less than ₹ 400/- per month.
The applicant should not already be availing the benefits of the scheme.
Benefits
Prosthetic Aids and Artificial Appliances (Tricycles, Wheel Chairs, Crutches, Hearing Aids, Artificial Limbs, etc) are provided.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Disability Certificate (in the prescribed form by the Surgeon / Orthopedic / ENT specialist, countersigned by the Superintendents of the Hospitals / District Medical Officers) indicating the type of disability and appropriate prosthetic aid required by th |
| 2 | Income Certificate (in the prescribed form from a Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tehsildar or an affidavit attested by a Gazetted Officer / 1st Class Magistrate or a certificate from a Gazetted Officer of Central / State Government or a Member of t |
| 3 | Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State/UT of Jammu & Kashmir |
| 4 | 3 Passport-Sized Photograph (Signed Across). |
| 5 | Aadhaar Card. |
| 6 | Details of the Bank Account (Bank Name, Branch Name, Address, IFSC, etc). |
| 7 | Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Office. |
How to Apply in Jammu and Kashmir
Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Offline — https://www.jk.gov.in/jammukashmir/sites/default/files/Application%20Form%20for%20Prosthetic%20Aid.pdf Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare Office, and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Offline — https://www.jk.gov.in/jammukashmir/sites/default/files/Application%20Form%20for%20Prosthetic%20Aid.pdf Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Offline — https://www.jk.gov.in/jammukashmir/sites/default/files/Application%20Form%20for%20Prosthetic%20Aid.pdf Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Offline — https://www.jk.gov.in/jammukashmir/sites/default/files/Application%20Form%20for%20Prosthetic%20Aid.pdf Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant with regard to the DSWO disability and type of prosthetic aid required shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Offline — https://www.jk.gov.in/jammukashmir/sites/default/files/Application%20Form%20for%20Prosthetic%20Aid.pdf Step 1: On receipt of the application duly completed by the applicant with regard to the DSWO disability and type of prosthetic aid required shall consolidate the list and forward it to the District Level Sanctioning Committee.
Step 2: The District Level Sanctioning Committee authorizes the District Social Welfare Officer to purchase these aids/fitments from the approved agencies for onward disbursement among the sanctioned beneficiaries.
Offline — https://www.jk.gov.in/jammukashmir/sites/default/files/Application%20Form%20for%20Prosthetic%20Aid.pdf The District Social Welfare Officer (DSWO) / Deputy Commissioner/ Composite Rehabilitation Center (CRC) can be contacted regarding the application status of the scheme.
Common questions in Jammu and Kashmir
Who can apply for Prosthetic Aid Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir?
Eligible residents of Jammu and Kashmir who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Prosthetic Aid Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Prosthetic Aid Scheme in Jammu and Kashmir?
Applicants in Jammu and Kashmir typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for Prosthetic Aid Scheme?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 1 January 2000 through 1 January 2000, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
In this scheme, "In-kind" benefits are provided, i.e. Prosthetic Aids and Artificial Appliances.