Book Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)
“Book Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows” is a Welfare Scheme by the Dept of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. Through this scheme, the wards of the ESM / Widows of ESM studying in Government-recognized Institutions are provided allowances towards the purchase of books.
About This Scheme
“Book Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)” is a Welfare Scheme by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. Through this scheme, the wards of the ESM / Widows of ESM studying in Government-recognized Institutions are provided allowances towards the purchase of books. The application should be submitted offline within three months from the date of completion of the education.
Benefits
Book Allowance (in ₹ per annum) as per the Level of Education
School / School for Special Children / Diploma in Polytechnic: 2,000
Bachelor Degree: 3,000
Master Degree: 4,000
Professional Course (MBBS/BE/BTech) (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery / Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Technology): 4,000
*The rate listed above or the actual cost of the fee, whichever is less, is reimbursed.
*The amount, as decided by the Management Committee, is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
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.
Application Process
Apply 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).
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.
Queries/Complaints/Suggestions/Grievances
Address: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry – 605013, India
Phone Number: (+91)(0413) 2253107
Email: dirdsw.pon@nic.in
Hours: Monday – Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Book Allowance (in ₹ per annum) as per the Level of Education
School / School for Special Children / Diploma in Polytechnic: 2,000
Bachelor Degree: 3,000
Master Degree: 4,000
Professional Course (MBBS/BE/BTech) (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery / Bachelor of Engineering / Bachelor of Technology): 4,000
*The rate listed above or the actual cost of the fee, whichever is less, is reimbursed.
*The amount, as decided by the Management Committee, is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
Application Process
Apply 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).
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.
Queries/Complaints/Suggestions/Grievances
Address: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India
Phone Number: (+91)(0413) 2253107
Email: dirdsw.pon@nic.in
Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Frequently Asked Questions
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Book Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) |
| Short Title | BAWESMW-SW |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Education & Learning |
| States | Puducherry |
| Gender | Female |
| Age Range | Any — 18 years |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 15 Apr 2026
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