Welfare of Differently Abled Persons

Welfare Schemes for Differently Abled Persons – Cuddalore District

The Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons implements various welfare schemes to promote education, independent living, mobility, rehabilitation, employment and social inclusion. Eligible residents of Cuddalore District may contact the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer for scheme guidelines, application forms and current eligibility conditions.

Important Notice: Benefit amounts, eligibility conditions, subsidies, age limits and application procedures reproduced from older scheme information are marked for verification. The amounts shown below must not be treated as confirmed current entitlements until verified against the latest Government of Tamil Nadu orders. Schemes administered by other districts must be confirmed for applicability in Cuddalore District.

**Welfare Schemes for Differently Abled Persons**
S.No.	Welfare Scheme	Eligibility Criteria	Required Documents	Benefits	Application / Official Website
1	Unique Disability Identity (UDID) Card	Persons with disabilities who meet the applicable requirements under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and the current UDID guidelines.	Aadhaar or accepted identity proof, photograph, address and other supporting documents, and medical records as required by the competent medical authority.	Disability identity card and disability certificate, subject to medical assessment and approval.	Apply through the UDID Portal. Contact the authorised medical authority for assistance.
2	National Identity Card for Persons with Disabilities	Applicants meeting the applicable disability certification requirements. The older information specifies disability of 40% or more; confirm the current certification and card requirements.	Photographs, Aadhaar, family card, medical certificate and other documents prescribed by the issuing authority.	Disability identification and access to applicable welfare services.	UDID Portal. Confirm whether a separate card is required under current procedures.
3	Maintenance Allowance for Persons with Intellectual Disability	The supplied information refers to persons with intellectual disability and a disability threshold of 40% or more. Current certification, assessment and other eligibility conditions must be confirmed.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph, family card, bank account details and any additional certificates required by the department.	Older information states Rs.1,500 per month.	Apply or enquire through the Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Portal or the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
4	Maintenance Allowance for Persons with Muscular Dystrophy	The supplied information specifies 40% or more disability. Current medical certification and scheme-specific requirements must be confirmed.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, Aadhaar or accepted identity proof, photograph, family card and bank passbook.	Older information states Rs.1,500 per month.	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Portal. District-level verification is required.
5	Maintenance Allowance for Persons Affected by Leprosy	The supplied information specifies 40% or more disability associated with leprosy. Confirm current certification and scheme conditions.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph, family card and bank account details.	Older information states Rs.1,500 per month.	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Portal or District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
6	Bank Loan for Self-Employment	The supplied information specifies applicants aged 18–45 years and certain disability categories. The stated age limit and other conditions require confirmation under the current scheme.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph, family card, bank passbook and business project details, if required.	The older information refers to a loan recommendation up to Rs.75,000 and a subsidy of one-third of the loan or up to Rs.25,000.	Enquire with the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer and the participating bank.
7	Self-Employment Loan through Cooperative Banks / NHFDC	Eligible persons with disabilities seeking self-employment assistance. The supplied information also refers to parents of children with intellectual disabilities below 14 years. Confirm the current scheme, eligible applicants and lending conditions.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph, family card, bank details, cooperative society membership certificate where applicable, and project documents.	The older information mentions a 4% interest rate, guarantor requirements for different loan amounts and security for higher loans.	Enquire with the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer and the relevant cooperative bank. Confirm the current lending institution and NHFDC scheme guidelines.
8	Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP)	Applicants must satisfy the current PMEGP guidelines, including age, project and financial institution requirements. Persons with disabilities may qualify under applicable special-category provisions.	Online application, Aadhaar, disability certificate where applicable, project report, quotations and other documents prescribed by the implementing agency and bank.	The supplied information mentions project amounts from Rs.25,000 to Rs.25,00,000 and special subsidies of 35% in rural areas, 25% in urban areas and an additional 5% through a district welfare office.	PMEGP Official Portal. Confirm the applicable subsidy with the implementing agency.
9	Unemployed Youth Employment Generation Programme (UYEGP)	Applicants must meet the current Tamil Nadu UYEGP eligibility criteria. The supplied information mentions a minimum 8th-standard qualification and an age range of 18–45 years; the current age limit, project ceiling and special-category rules must be checked.	Online application, identity proof, disability certificate where applicable, educational certificates, family card, bank details, project report and other prescribed documents.	The supplied information mentions loans from Rs.25,000 to Rs.5,00,000 and a subsidy of 25% plus an additional 5% through the district welfare office.	Tamil Nadu UYEGP Portal.
10	Scholarship for Differently Abled Students – Classes 1 to 5	Eligible students with disabilities studying in recognised schools, subject to the current scholarship rules.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, school certificate, bank details and other documents prescribed by the department.	The supplied information states Rs.1,000 per year.	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Portal or the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
11	Scholarship for Differently Abled Students – Classes 6 to 12 and ITI	Eligible students with disabilities studying in the applicable school classes or ITI courses, subject to current scheme rules.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, school or institution certificate, identity proof, bank details, marksheet where required and other prescribed documents.	The supplied information states Rs.4,000 per year for Classes 9–12. The amount for Classes 6–8 and ITI eligibility must be confirmed separately.	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Portal.
12	Scholarship for Polytechnic, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students	Eligible students with disabilities enrolled in recognised polytechnic, undergraduate, postgraduate or other approved courses.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, bonafide certificate, identity proof, marksheet where required, bank passbook and other prescribed records.	The supplied information states Rs.6,000 per year for polytechnic and undergraduate studies and Rs.7,000 per year for postgraduate studies.	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Portal.
13	Government of India Scholarships for Students with Disabilities	Eligible students with disabilities studying in recognised institutions under the applicable pre-matric, post-matric or top-class education scholarship scheme. Course, disability, income and other conditions vary by scheme.	UDID or disability certificate, Aadhaar or accepted identity proof, educational certificates, bank details and any income or other documents required by the selected scheme.	Assistance may cover eligible educational expenses according to the selected scheme. The older amounts of Rs.8,465–Rs.46,000, Rs.15,000–Rs.1,00,000 and up to Rs.2,00,000 are	National Scholarship Portal. Check the current scheme guidelines, opening dates and deadlines.
14	Unemployment Allowance for Registered Persons with Disabilities	The supplied information refers to persons registered with an employment exchange for at least one year and who have not received an overlapping allowance. The current qualifying period, age, education and other conditions must be confirmed.	Disability certificate or UDID, employment registration details, identity proof, educational certificates and bank account details, as required.	The supplied information mentions Rs.600 for education up to 10th standard, Rs.750 for 12th standard and Rs.1,000 for graduates for up to 10 years.	Contact the appropriate employment office in Cuddalore District and the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer. The Trichy contact in the supplied material is not a Cuddalore contact.
15	Free Bus Travel Concession for Persons with Disabilities	Eligible persons travelling for education, employment, training, medical treatment or other purposes covered by current Tamil Nadu transport rules.	Disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph and school, college, employer or hospital certificate where required.	Travel concession or free travel on eligible routes, subject to the current scheme, disability category, distance and transport conditions.	Enquire with the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer or the relevant government transport undertaking in Cuddalore District.
16	Free Bus Travel for Persons with Visual Impairment	Eligible persons with visual impairment meeting the current transport scheme requirements.	Disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph and any prescribed application or pass documents.	The supplied information states free travel within the district.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer or the relevant government transport undertaking.
17	75% Concession on Government Bus Fare	Persons with disabilities who satisfy the current eligibility requirements for the applicable bus travel concession.	Disability identity card or UDID and any prescribed travel pass or supporting documents.	The supplied information describes a 75% fare concession, with the passenger paying 25% of the fare.	Contact the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer or the relevant government transport undertaking.
18	Travel Concession for Escorts of Persons with Severe Disabilities	Eligible persons accompanying a person with severe disability where an escort is authorised under the applicable transport scheme.	Disability certificate or UDID, medical recommendation for an escort and prescribed travel pass documents.	The supplied information mentions a 75% concession for the escort.	Contact the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer or the relevant government transport undertaking.
19	Marriage Assistance for Differently Abled Persons – Non-Graduate Category	Applicants must meet the current marriage assistance scheme conditions, including applicable disability, age, marriage and non-duplication requirements. The supplied age range is 18–35 years and requires verification.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, age proof, identity proof, marriage invitation, marriage photograph, marriage registration certificate and other documents prescribed by the department.	The supplied information mentions Rs.12,500 in financial assistance, a National Savings Certificate of Rs.12,500 and 8 grams of gold. Other supplied text gives different amounts.	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Portal or District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
20	Marriage Assistance for Differently Abled Persons – Graduate Category	Applicants must meet the current marriage assistance scheme conditions. The supplied information mentions a graduate or diploma qualification for one of the couple, but current qualification and age requirements must be confirmed.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, age proof, marriage registration certificate, marriage invitation, photograph, educational qualification certificate and other prescribed documents.	The supplied information mentions Rs.25,000 in financial assistance, a National Savings Certificate of Rs.25,000 and 8 grams of gold. Other supplied text refers to different amounts.	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Portal.
21	Petrol Scooter with Support Wheels	The supplied information specifies applicants aged 18–45 years who have lost the use of both legs and can operate the scooter using their hands, with employment or educational eligibility. Current vehicle type and medical requirements must be confirmed.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph, educational certificate or employment proof and any required medical assessment.	The supplied information describes a free petrol scooter with support wheels.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore.
22	Motorised Sewing Machine	Eligible persons with disabilities who have completed recognised tailoring training and satisfy current age, disability and scheme requirements. The supplied information specifies an age range of 18–45 years.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph, tailoring training certificate and other prescribed documents.	The supplied information states that a motorised sewing machine is provided free of cost.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore.
23	Assistive Devices, Aids and Appliances	Persons with disabilities who meet the medical, functional and scheme-specific requirements for the relevant device.	Application, disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, photograph and medical recommendation or assessment where required.	Eligible beneficiaries may receive approved assistive devices, subject to availability and assessment. Devices listed in the supplied information include tricycles, wheelchairs, elbow crutches, CP chairs, callipers, artificial limbs, rollators, battery-operated wheelchairs, hearing aids, folding white canes, visual aids, Braille watches and magnifiers.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore. Confirm the current device catalogue and distribution procedure.
24	Railway Travel Concession for Persons with Disabilities	Eligible passengers whose disability category and journey meet the current Indian Railways concession rules.	Disability certificate or other prescribed railway concession certificate, identity proof and any required railway concession documentation.	The supplied information refers to a three-fourths railway fare concession for certain persons with severe disabilities.	Indian Railways Official Website. Confirm eligibility and documentation with the railway authority.
25	Chief Minister's Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme	The supplied information states that families of persons with disabilities may qualify without an income ceiling. Current enrolment, beneficiary eligibility and scheme coverage must be confirmed.	Disability certificate or UDID, Aadhaar or accepted identity proof, family card and other documents required by the scheme authority.	Access to covered medical treatment under the applicable insurance scheme, subject to current rules and empanelled hospitals.	Contact the District Project Officer or the authorised health insurance scheme office serving Cuddalore District. Do not use the Dindigul contact supplied in the original text.
26	Behind-the-Ear Hearing Aid under the Health Insurance Scheme	Eligible persons with hearing impairment who satisfy the current medical, insurance and scheme requirements.	Disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, health insurance enrolment details, photograph, audiogram and specialist recommendation as required.	The supplied information describes provision of a behind-the-ear hearing aid at no cost.	Contact the ENT department at an authorised government hospital and the relevant health insurance scheme office in Cuddalore District.
27	Modular Artificial Limbs under the Health Insurance Scheme	Eligible persons with upper-limb or lower-limb amputation who meet the current medical and insurance scheme requirements.	Disability certificate or UDID, identity proof, health insurance details, photograph, medical certificate and specialist assessment.	The supplied information mentions prosthetic appliances costing Rs.30,000 to Rs.1,50,000.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore, and the authorised hospital or health insurance scheme office.

Additional Welfare Information

S.No.	Scheme / Service	Eligibility / Details	Benefit / Assistance	Application / Contact
28	Readers Allowance for Students with Visual Impairment	Students with visual impairment studying in eligible recognised institutions, subject to current scheme conditions.	The supplied information states Rs.3,000 per year for Classes 9–12, Rs.5,000 for degree courses and Rs.6,000 for postgraduate and professional courses.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore.
29	Maintenance Allowance for Persons with Severe Locomotor Disabilities	The supplied additional information mentions persons with 75% or more severe orthopaedic disability. Confirm the current disability category and medical certification requirements.	The supplied information states Rs.1,500 per month.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore.
30	Maintenance Allowance for Other Eligible Disability Categories	The supplied additional information also refers to eligible persons with Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, autism spectrum disorder and other specified conditions. Each category is subject to current scheme rules and medical certification.	Monthly maintenance assistance, if eligible under the applicable scheme. The amount must be confirmed from the latest Government order.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore.
31	Financial Assistance for Self-Employment / Micro Enterprises	Eligible persons with disabilities seeking to establish or expand a small business. Parents or guardians may qualify under particular schemes for specified disability categories.	Financial assistance, subsidy or bank-linked support as prescribed by the relevant scheme. The supplied additional information mentions a maximum subsidy of Rs.10,000 or one-third of the sanctioned loan, whichever is lower.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore, and the relevant bank or implementing agency.
32	Assistance for Establishing Aavin Milk Booths	Eligible persons with disabilities who satisfy the current Aavin and departmental selection conditions.	The supplied information refers to assistance for establishing milk booths and mentions 200 beneficiaries per year.	District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore, and the relevant Aavin authority.
33	Mobile Therapy / Early Intervention Services	Children with disabilities, including children aged 0–6 years who need early intervention, therapy or rehabilitation, subject to service availability.	The supplied information refers to mobile treatment services intended to reach children who cannot easily access a rehabilitation centre.	Enquire with the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer and the relevant rehabilitation or health service provider in Cuddalore District.
34	Tamil Nadu Welfare Board for Differently Abled Persons	Eligible persons with disabilities who meet the current welfare board membership requirements. The supplied information mentions membership from age 10 years; this must be confirmed.	Membership-based assistance may include benefits relating to death, accident, education, marriage, funeral expenses, maternity and other notified circumstances.	Contact the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer, Cuddalore, or consult the official Tamil Nadu welfare department for current membership and benefit rules.

Historical Benefit Amounts Requiring Verification

The following amounts appeared in the additional information supplied for this page. They are retained for reference only and must not be published as current confirmed rates without checking the applicable Government orders and welfare board rules.

S.No.	Benefit Category	Amount in Supplied Information	Verification Status
1	Welfare Board – Accident Death Assistance	Rs.1,00,000	Historical figure; current amount and eligibility to be verified.
2	Welfare Board – Educational Scholarship	Rs.1,000 to Rs.4,000	Historical figures; current rates and qualifying classes to be verified.
3	Welfare Board – Funeral Expenses	Rs.2,000	Historical figure; current amount to be verified.
4	Welfare Board – Natural Death Assistance	Rs.15,000	Historical figure; current amount and qualifying membership conditions to be verified.
5	Welfare Board – Marriage Assistance	Rs.2,000	Historical figure; current amount and eligibility to be verified.
6	Welfare Board – Delivery Expenses	Rs.6,000	Historical figure; current amount and eligibility to be verified.
7	Welfare Board – Spectacles	Rs.500	Historical figure; current amount and eligibility to be verified.

Application Forms and Official Websites

S.No.	Service	Official Website / Application Link	Remarks
1	Unique Disability Identity (UDID) Card	https://www.swavlambancard.gov.in/	Official central government portal for disability certification and UDID services.
2	Scholarships for Students with Disabilities	https://scholarships.gov.in/	Check current scheme guidelines, eligibility and application deadlines.
3	Tamil Nadu e-Sevai Services	https://tnesevai.tn.gov.in/Default.aspx	Check service availability and the prescribed application process.
4	Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme	https://www.kviconline.gov.in/pmegpeportal/	Online application and current guidelines.
5	Unemployed Youth Employment Generation Programme	https://www.msmeonline.tn.gov.in/uyegp	Check the current Tamil Nadu scheme conditions.
6	Indian Railways	https://indianrailways.gov.in/	Confirm current railway concession rules and documentation.
7	Cuddalore District Official Website	https://cuddalore.nic.in/	District-level announcements, department information and official contacts.