Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)
in Puducherry
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Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) in Puducherry
Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Puducherry.
Apply for Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) in Puducherry
Scheme Overview
"Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)" is a Welfare Scheme by the Dept of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. The wards of the ESM / Widows of ESM studying in Government-recognized Institutions are provided allowances towards purchase of their uniform.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a Ward of an Unemployed ESM / Ward of the Widow of an ESM.
- The applicant should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
- The Ward should be studying in a Government-recognized Institution.
- The scheme is applicable for upto two wards of the Unemployed ESM / Widow of an ESM.
Benefits
School Level: 2,000
Other Courses: 2,500
*The rate listed above or the actual cost, whichever is less, is reimbursed.
*The amount is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Identity Card of the ESM / Widow of the ESM. |
| 2 | Discharge Certificate of the ESM. |
| 3 | Proof of Successful Completion of the Course. |
| 4 | In the case of 'Management Quota', a Certificate from the Institute. |
| 5 | Details of Fees Paid (Original receipt). |
| 6 | Where the fee is collected in lump sum, a certificate showing the breakdown of fees indicating the category, signed by the head of the institution. |
| 7 | Declaration. |
| 8 | Birth Certificate of the Ward (if not already registered with the DSW). |
| 9 | Study Certificate of the Ward (if not already registered with the DSW). |
| 10 | First Page of Bank Passbook. |
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.
Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the concerned scheme.
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, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet M…
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, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India.
Step 4: A receipt of the application will be assigned to the applicant by the concerned authority.
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 Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) in Puducherry?
Eligible residents of Puducherry who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (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.