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Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)

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“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.

About This Scheme

“Uniform 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 purchase of their uniform. The application should be submitted offline within three months from the date of completion of the education.

Benefits

Allowance (in ₹ per annum) according to the Level of Qualification

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.

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

Allowance (in ₹ per annum) according to the Level of Qualification
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.

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

Scheme Details

Full NameUniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)
Short TitleUAWESMW-SW
LevelState
Scheme ForIndividual
MinistryMinistry Of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
CategoriesEducation & Learning
StatesPuducherry
GenderFemale
AreaBoth
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