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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.
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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
Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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Required Documents
- ✦Identity Card of the ESM / Widow of the ESM.
- ✦Discharge Certificate of the ESM.
- ✦Proof of Successful Completion of the Course.
- ✦In the case of 'Management Quota', a Certificate from the Institute.
- ✦Details of Fees Paid (Original receipt).
- ✦Where the fee is collected in lump sum, a certificate showing the breakdown of fees indicating the category, signed by the head of the institution.
- ✦Declaration.
- ✦Birth Certificate of the Ward (if not already registered with the DSW).
- ✦Study Certificate of the Ward (if not already registered with the DSW).
- ✦First Page of Bank Passbook.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
IIn-person
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