Sarkari Yojana

Deen Dayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme

Quick Summary: DDRS channels central funding to voluntary organizations that run education and rehabilitation programmes for persons with disabilities. It supports nine model project types, from early intervention to community-based rehabilitation.

About Deen Dayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme

The Deen Dayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme (DDRS) is a Central Sector Scheme through which the Government of India funds voluntary organizations engaged in the education and rehabilitation of persons with disabilities. Launched in 1999, it was revised and renamed in 2003. Objective

1. Build an enabling environment that ensures equal opportunity, equity, social justice, and empowerment for persons with disabilities. 1. Encourage voluntary action that supports effective implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act 2016.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Launch / Open Date

01 Apr 2003

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Deen Dayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Organizations registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860,…

Organizations registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, or an equivalent State/Union Territory Act.

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A public trust registered under the applicable law

A public trust registered under the applicable law.

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A charitable company licensed under Section 25 of…

A charitable company licensed under Section 25 of the Companies Act 1958.

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The organization must have existed for at least…

The organization must have existed for at least two years.

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The organization must have a properly constituted governing…

The organization must have a properly constituted governing body with powers, duties, and responsibilities set out in writing.

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The organization must have the resources, facilities, and…

The organization must have the resources, facilities, and experience to carry out the proposed project.

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The organization must not operate for the profit…

The organization must not operate for the profit of any individual or group of individuals.

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The organization must not discriminate against any individual…

The organization must not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, religion, caste, or creed.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Deen Dayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

DDRS extends a broad set of benefits to persons with disabilities, including:

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Early intervention

financial assistance to voluntary organizations for early-intervention programmes for children with disabilities, helping identify and address developmental delays early to improve long-term outcomes.1. Development of daily living skills: financial assistance for programmes that teach persons with disabilities to live independently, covering activities such as cooking, cleaning, and personal care.1. Education: financial assistance for educational programmes for children and adults with disabilities, spanning mainstream education, special education, and vocational training.1. Skill development oriented towards employability: financial assistance for skill-development programmes that help persons with disabilities find jobs, including training in computer, office, and trade skills.1. Training and awareness generation: financial assistance for training programmes aimed at staff and caregivers of persons with disabilities, building capacity and raising disability awareness.1. Construction and upgradation of infrastructure facilities for persons with disabilities: financial assistance for building and upgrading infrastructure such as ramps, accessible toilets, and specialized equipment. Beyond these direct benefits, DDRS also promotes empowerment of persons with disabilities by backing voluntary organizations that advocate for their rights. The following are the 9 Model Projects :-

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Pre-School, Early Intervention and Training Special Schools for:-…

Pre-School, Early Intervention and Training Special Schools for:-
Children with Intellectual Disabilities
Children with Hearing & Speech Disabilities
Children with Visual Disabilities

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Project for Cerebral Palsied Children

Project for Cerebral Palsied Children

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Project for Rehabilitation of Leprosy Cured Persons

Project for Rehabilitation of Leprosy Cured Persons

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Half Way Home for Psycho-Social Rehabilitation of Treated…

Half Way Home for Psycho-Social Rehabilitation of Treated and Controlled people with mental Illness

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Home Based Rehabilitation Programme/Home Management Programme

Home Based Rehabilitation Programme/Home Management Programme

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Project for Community Based Rehabilitation

Project for Community Based Rehabilitation

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Project for Low Vision Centers

Project for Low Vision Centers

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Projects for Human Resource Development

Projects for Human Resource Development

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

List of required documents from organization to process grant-in-aid

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Application

Application

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Registration Certificate under Registration of Societies Act

Registration Certificate under Registration of Societies Act

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Registration Certificate under PWD Act 1995/RPwD Act, 2016

Registration Certificate under PWD Act 1995/RPwD Act, 2016

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Details of the Managing/Executive Committee

Details of the Managing/Executive Committee

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Attested copy of Rent Agreement showing validity period…

Attested copy of Rent Agreement showing validity period and accommodation details

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Location of the project

Location of the project

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Staff List

Staff List

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Certificate of Special Education

Certificate of Special Education

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List of Beneficiaries

List of Beneficiaries

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Total Budget Estimate

Total Budget Estimate

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List of Assets (movable & immovable)

List of Assets (movable & immovable)

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Annual Report/Progress Report

Annual Report/Progress Report

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Statement of Accounts (Consolidated and for the project…

Statement of Accounts (Consolidated and for the project funded under the scheme) - Balance Sheet, Receipt & Payment Statement and Income & Expenditure Statement

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Item-wise breakup of expenditure

Item-wise breakup of expenditure

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Utilization Certificate

Utilization Certificate

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Resolution

Resolution

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Indemnity Bond

Indemnity Bond

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Authorization letter for crediting grants-in-aid directly to the…

Authorization letter for crediting grants-in-aid directly to the Bank Account

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.
Important Dates

2003-04-01

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Deen Dayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme through the online application process outlined below.

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NGOs seeking Grant-in-aid (GIA) must first register themselves…

NGOs seeking Grant-in-aid (GIA) must first register themselves on the NGO Darpan portal of NITI Aayog.

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Obtain the Unique ID

Obtain the Unique ID.

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Then apply through the online process on the…

Then apply through the online process on the E-Anudaan portal of the Ministry.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References