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Issue of Free Bus Pass to Differently Abled Person

The scheme “Issue of Free Bus Pass to Differently Abled Person” was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. The scheme provides free bus passes to all the differently abled persons to facilitate their mobility/transport in buses run by the Government and NGOs.

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About This Scheme

The scheme “Issue of Free Bus Pass to Differently Abled Person” was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. The scheme provides free bus passes to all the differently abled persons to facilitate their mobility/transport in buses run by the Government and non-governmental organizations within the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Benefits

Free Bus Passes in Buses Run by the Government and Non Governmental Organizations, Within the Union Territory of Puducherry.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

  • Aadhaar Card.
  • Ration Card.
  • Residence-cum-nativity Certificate, Issued by the Competent Authority.
  • Recent Passport-size Photograph.
  • Bank Passbook.
  • Caste Certificate.
  • Disability Certificate / Medical Certificate.
  • Financial Assistance Identity Card.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.

OR

The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.

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: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the authority given below -

  • Puducherry: The Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare.
  • Karaikal: The Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).
  • Mahe / Yanam: The Welfare Officer (i\c), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

OOnline

Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.

Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".

Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".

Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.

Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".

Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.

Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.

Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).

Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application number will also be received on your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID.

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* Access the User Manual for Online Application here

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Central Government