Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) is a welfare scheme run by the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. It gives cash support to wards of ex-servicemen (ESM) and widows of ESM who study in government-recognized institutions, so that they can buy their school or college uniforms without any money problems.
The scheme is managed under the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund and covers eligible students across the Union Territory of Puducherry. Applications are accepted offline throughout the year, and the allowance is credited directly to the bank account of the beneficiary through RTGS or NEFT.
Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) - Introduction
Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) works as a support scheme organized by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund under the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. The main aim of the scheme is to reduce the money burden on the families of ex-servicemen and widows by covering the cost of school and college uniforms for their children. The application has to be submitted offline within three months after finishing the specific course level.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary States | Puducherry |
| Category | Education & Learning |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Sainik Welfare Department, Puducherry |
Benefits
This scheme provides cash support to help cover uniform costs. The amount depends on the level of qualification, and the fixed rate or the actual cost, whichever is lower, is paid to the eligible person.
| Course Level | Allowance (per annum) |
|---|---|
| School Level | ₹2,000 |
| Other Courses | ₹2,500 |
The department pays either the fixed rate shown above or the actual cost incurred, whichever amount is lower. The money is credited directly to the bank account of the beneficiary through RTGS or NEFT.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, the applicant should meet the following conditions:
- The applicant must be a ward of an unemployed ESM or a ward of a widow of an ESM.
- The applicant must be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
- The ward must study in a government-recognized institution.
- The scheme covers no more than two wards per family of an unemployed ESM or a widow of an ESM.
Exclusions
This allowance cannot be claimed in the following cases:
- The ward is repeating the same class.
- The ward is already receiving an academic scholarship.
- The ward is currently getting tuition fee reimbursement from any other source.
Application Process
The application is made offline. Here are the steps to follow:
STEP 1 - Download the prescribed application form from the official portal and take a printout.
STEP 2 - Fill in all the required details, paste a recent passport-sized photograph, and attach self-attested copies of all the required documents.
STEP 3 - Submit the completed application in person at the Rajya Sainik Board, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry - 605013.
STEP 4 - Collect the acknowledgment receipt given by the authorities after submission.
For any help, contact the office at 0413-2253107 between 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, or email at dirdsw.pon@nic.in.
Documents
The following documents should be kept ready while applying:
- Identity Card of the ESM or widow of the ESM.
- Discharge Certificate of the ESM.
- Proof of successful course completion.
- A certificate from the institute if studying under the Management Quota.
- Original fee payment receipts.
- A breakdown of fees signed by the Head of Institution if the fee was paid in a lump sum.
- Completed declaration form.
- Birth Certificate and Study Certificate of the ward, if not already on file with the Department of Sainik Welfare.
- A copy of the first page of the bank passbook.
References
Guidelines | Government Order | Application Form | Contact Us
FAQ's
Which Department of the UT of Puducherry administers this scheme?
The Department of Sainik Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry, administers this scheme.
Where can I find the official website of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry?
You can visit the official portal at https://sainik.py.gov.in/.
Who is the contact person for Public Information?
The Public Information Officer is Shri. Sandirakumaran.S, Director, Department of Sainik Welfare, 261, Pakkamudiyanpet, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605 008. You can reach them at 0413-2250575, 0413-2253107, or email at dirdsw.pon@nic.in.
Who is the Appellate Authority for this department?
The Appellate Authority is Shri. S.D. Sundaresan, I.A.S., Secretary to the Government (Sainik Welfare), Chief Secretariat, Puducherry - 605001. The phone number is 0413-2349712 and the email is jshome.pon@nic.in.
Are Short Service or Emergency commissioned Officers eligible for the status of ex-servicemen?
Yes, they are eligible if they were released upon completion of their specific engagement period and received a gratuity at the time of release.
How do I file for information under the Right to Information (RTI) Act?
You may submit an application along with an IPO or DD for ₹10 in favour of the Director, Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. Visit https://sainik.py.gov.in/right-to-information for further instructions.
Is there an income limit for this scheme?
No, there is no income-related criteria for this allowance.
Is there a deadline for submitting applications?
No, applications can be submitted throughout the year.