Grant for Purchase and Repair of Various Assistive Devices/Equipment for Persons with Disabilities

Grant Amount:

₹50/- to ₹3,500/- for the purchase of assistive devices (maximum ₹7,000/- in special cases).

₹500/- for repair of artificial limbs and assistive equipment.

The applicant should be a resident of Uttarakhand.

The applicant should be a person with a disability.

The applicant should have a minimum disability of 40%.

In the case of a minor beneficiary, the monthly income of parents/guardians should not exceed ₹4,000/-.

The applicant should have a medical recommendation from a Government Medical Officer or specialist recommending the device or its repair.

Offline

The medical officer must recommend the applicant for fitting with a prosthetic limb or hearing aid. The applicants should complete the application form himself/herself and submit it to the concerned Assistant Social Welfare Officer. The District Social Welfare Officer’s office will process the application as per the prescribed rules. Thereafter, payment will be made to the beneficiary through the treasury.

Identity proof

Disability Certificate

Recommendation Letter (from a government doctor for the device or repair)

Any Other Document if Required