Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare)
in Puducherry
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Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare) in Puducherry
Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare) in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
"Subsistence Allowance" is a Welfare Scheme by the Dept of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to the Veterans of the Second World War, Non-pensioners ESM above 60 years under "Below the Poverty Line (BPL)", and their widows.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be an [Ex-Serviceman](https://sainik.py.gov.in/definition-ex-servicemen) or the Widow of an Ex-Serviceman.- The applicant should be [registered](https://sainik.py.gov.in/registration-procedure) with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
Benefits
₹10,000 per month for Second World War (WWII) Veterans, irrespective of financial status.
₹9,000 per month for Non-pensioners ESM above 60 years under "Below Poverty Line (BPL)".
₹9,000 per month for widows of the above two categories.
*The amount is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Identity Card of the ESM. |
| 2 | Recent passport-size photograph. |
How to Apply in Puducherry
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the concerned scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
Offline OR The interested applicant should visit (Monday - Friday, 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM) the Rajya Sainik Board, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India, and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
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: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
Offline Step 3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register by the concerned authority, and a unique number is assigned to the applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as ackno…
Offline Address: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India Phone Number: (+91)(0413) 2253107 Email: [email protected] Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Common questions in Puducherry
Who can apply for Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare) in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare) 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 scheme is administered by the Department of Sainik Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry.