Ex-Gratia Grant for Disability to Defence Forces Personnel

Ex-Gratia Grant for Disability to Defence Forces Personnel provides financial support to service members from Haryana who suffer permanent disabilities during war, operational duties, or natural calamities. This scheme offers one-time cash grants ranging from ₹15,00,000 to ₹35,00,000 based on the percentage of disability, helping brave soldiers who are boarded out of service rebuild their lives with dignity.

Haryana government has kept this scheme going for defence personnel of the state. The latest consolidated policy notification dated 6 May 2025 has revised the disability slabs and grant amounts for battle casualty cases that occur on or after 23 February 2024, so the figures given here are the current ones.

Ex-Gratia Grant for Disability to Defence Forces Personnel - Introduction

Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Haryana runs this scheme. If you are a defence service member from Haryana and have faced life-altering disabilities due to war, operational assignments, terrorist activities, or natural disasters, this scheme offers money support to you.

This support depends directly on your disability percentage as assessed by the official medical board. Whether you were in the Army, Navy, or Air Force, this scheme acknowledges your sacrifice by providing financial support after you are boarded out of service. It acts as a supportive backbone to help you navigate life after your dedicated service to the nation.

Key Information

Benefits

You can receive financial support based on your official disability percentage as determined by the initial medical board. These grants provide a crucial financial cushion. For battle casualty cases that happen on or after 23 February 2024, the revised slabs apply.

Note: For battle casualty cases on or after 23 February 2024, family members of a martyr receive ₹1.00 crore. The revised disability slabs of 70%, 50% to 69%, and 20% to 49% apply to these new cases. This scheme covers personnel of all ranks.

Eligibility

You need to meet the following conditions to get the grant.

1. You should be a permanent resident of Haryana at the time of joining the service, even if your present residential address is different.
2. You should hold the status of a disabled Defence Forces Personnel (Army, Navy, or Air Force).
3. Your disability must have resulted from war, operational areas, terrorist activities, or natural calamities.
4. You must have been formally discharged from service due to this disability, or retained in service as a welfare measure.
5. Your disability percentage must be confirmed by the Initial Medical Board.
6. You should submit your application within 3 years of your disability occurrence, otherwise, it is considered time-barred.

Application Process

You should apply online to make the process easier and faster.

Registration Process on Antyodaya-SARAL Portal

STEP 1 - Visit the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.

STEP 2 - If you are a new user, click "New User" under "Sign in Here" to create your account by entering details like your name, email, and mobile number.

STEP 3 - Verify your identity using the OTP sent to your mobile or email.

How to Apply

STEP 1 - Log in to your account on the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.

STEP 2 - Navigate to "Apply for Services" and select "View all Available Services".

STEP 3 - Search for the scheme and open the application form.

STEP 4 - Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) and click "Click here to Fetch Family Data".

STEP 5 - Choose your name from the list and verify it via OTP.

STEP 6 - Fill in all required details, upload your documents, and submit your application.

STEP 7 - Once finished, you can track your status on the Tracking Portal using your reference ID.

Documents

Keep these documents ready before you start the application.

1. Copy of your detailed Battle casualty report and Part-II order from Service Headquarters.
2. Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID).
3. Aadhaar Card.
4. Haryana Resident Certificate.
5. Copy of Bank Passbook linked to your Aadhaar.
6. Disability Certificate indicating the percentage of disability issued by the competent authority.
7. Self-Photo ID (e.g., Voter ID, PAN card, or Driving License).
8. Address proof of Haryana issued at the time of your commissioning.
9. An affidavit verifying your personal particulars.

References

• Official Notification (6 May 2025)
• Scheme Details
• Service on Antyodaya-SARAL Portal
• Antyodaya-SARAL Portal

FAQ's

Who is eligible for this scheme?

You are eligible if you are a resident of Haryana at the time of joining the service, served in the Indian Defence Forces (Army, Navy, or Air Force), became permanently disabled due to specific incidents like war or natural calamities, and have been discharged from service. You must apply within 3 years of your disability.

What are the benefits under this scheme?

The scheme provides one-time financial grants: ₹35,00,000 for 70% or higher disability, ₹25,00,000 for 50% to 69% disability, and ₹15,00,000 for 20% to 49% disability for battle casualty cases on or after 23 February 2024.

Did the disability slabs change recently?

Yes. The consolidated notification dated 6 May 2025 revised the slabs for battle casualty cases on or after 23 February 2024 to 70% and above, 50% to 69%, and 20% to 49%.

Are Defence Forces personnel of all ranks eligible for this grant?

Yes, all ranks are covered under this scheme.

How can I apply for the ex-gratia grant?

You can apply online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal at https://saralharyana.gov.in/.

What is the time frame to apply for the grant?

You should apply within 3 years of the disability's onset.

How is the disability percentage determined?

The Initial Medical Board determines your disability percentage.

Is the grant a one-time payment?

Yes, it is provided as a one-time financial grant.

Is there assistance for disabilities below 20%?

No, this specific scheme does not cover disability levels below 20%.

Can I track my application status online?

Yes, you can track your status by entering your reference ID on the Tracking Portal.

News