Differently Abled Pension Scheme

About This Scheme

The 'Differently Abled Pension Scheme' is a state scheme launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide a pension of ₹1,000/- to differently-abled persons with disability 40% and above. One free saree to females and one free dhoti to males is given on Pongal and Diwali. A nutritious meal is provided to the beneficiaries through the Anganwadi Centres.

Eligibility

1. The applicant should be 18 years or above in age. 1. The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above. 1. The applicant should not be employed in government or government-affiliated organizations. 1. If the applicant is employed permanently in the private sector institutions and drawing monthly salaries, OR if the applicant is self-employed, his/her income should not exceed ₹ 3,00,000/- per annum.

Benefits

Pension: - ₹1,000/- per month. Free Clothes during Pongal and Deepavali: - One free dhoti to a male pensioner. - One free saree to a female pensioner. Free Rice in Anganwadi Centres: - 2kg/month to those who are taking nutritious meal. - 4kg/month to those who are not taking nutritious meal.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

This scheme was sourced from myScheme, the Government of India's official Central+State scheme discovery portal, and reviewed by an editor before publishing. Use the button above to read the full details and apply directly on the official source.