Sarkari Yojana

Financial Assistance For Procuring Mobility Equipment To Disabled Ex-Servicemen (All Ranks)

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Quick Summary: The Kendriya Sainik Board helps ex-servicemen who became 50% or more disabled after retirement buy mobility equipment like a modified scooter, using funds from the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund. Assistance is capped at ₹1,00,000 per purchase, with replacement equipment allowed after 10 years.

About Financial Assistance For Procuring Mobility Equipment To Disabled Ex-Servicemen (All Ranks)

Run by the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare under the Ministry of Defence, the “Financial Assistance For Procuring Mobility Equipment To Disabled Ex-Servicemen (All Ranks)” scheme funds the purchase of a modified scooter for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) who become disabled — with 50% or more disability — after leaving service. Many ESMs continue physically demanding work after retirement, and some are unfortunately left handicapped by post-retirement accidents or similar events, needing mobility aids such as modified scooters, crutches, and wheelchairs to manage daily life. To help them acquire such equipment, the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) offers financial assistance to disabled ESMs, drawing on the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFDF).

Scheme Overview

Government Level

Central Government

Ministry

Ministry Of Defence

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Financial Assistance For Procuring Mobility Equipment To Disabled Ex-Servicemen (All Ranks), applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The applicant must be an Ex-Serviceman

The applicant must be an Ex-Serviceman.

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The applicant must have become disabled after leaving…

The applicant must have become disabled after leaving service.

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The disability must be 50% or higher

The disability must be 50% or higher.

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The applicant must not already be covered by…

The applicant must not already be covered by a similar Army/Navy/Air Force scheme.

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The application must carry a recommendation from the…

The application must carry a recommendation from the concerned Zila Sainik Board (ZSB).

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The applicant must be able to personally operate…

The applicant must be able to personally operate the mobility equipment being provided.

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

Benefits Provided

Financial Assistance For Procuring Mobility Equipment To Disabled Ex-Servicemen (All Ranks) provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Maximum Financial Assistance:

Up to ₹1,00,000/- is provided toward purchasing eligible mobility equipment.

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Re-Application Provision:

A beneficiary can apply for replacement mobility equipment once 10 years have passed since the earlier equipment's purchase.

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:

Copies of the following documents duly attested by the concerned ZSWO

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Complete Discharge Book/Document/Certificate

Complete Discharge Book/Document/Certificate.

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ESM Identity Card

ESM Identity Card.

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Documentary evidence indicating the activity during which the…

Documentary evidence indicating the activity during which the disability occurred.

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Disability Certificate from an Armed Forces Medical Authority,…

Disability Certificate from an Armed Forces Medical Authority, stating the nature of disability and recommending mobility equipment.

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A financial estimate for a modified scooter from…

A financial estimate for a modified scooter from an authorized dealer, specifying the equipment's type, make, and specifications.

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Bank account number (PNB/SBI only) and IFSC code

Bank account number (PNB/SBI only) and IFSC code.

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Financial Assistance For Procuring Mobility Equipment To Disabled Ex-Servicemen (All Ranks) through the offline application process outlined below.

Application Portal: Open Application Portal ↗

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Fill in every mandatory field on the Registration…

Fill in every mandatory field on the Registration Form and upload the required documents.

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Enter the verification code and click "Submit" to…

Enter the verification code and click "Submit" to finish registering.

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Print the submitted registration form, attach self-attested copies…

Print the submitted registration form, attach self-attested copies of the required documents, and submit it at the respective ZSB. Post-Application Processes

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The Zila Sainik Welfare Office (ZSWO) checks the…

The Zila Sainik Welfare Office (ZSWO) checks the application, and if everything is in order, forwards it directly to the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) Secretariat for payment.

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Once received at the KSB Secretariat, the Welfare…

Once received at the KSB Secretariat, the Welfare Section-in-Charge assigns the application to a clerk, who enters the application data into the computer; another clerk cross-checks the entries for accuracy.

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The Section-in-Charge verifies this and places the case…

The Section-in-Charge verifies this and places the case in the relevant file for processing by JD(Welfare), who obtains the Secretary, KSB's approval.

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Once KSB approves it, the application moves forward…

Once KSB approves it, the application moves forward for payment processing. Track Application Status

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Go to the Official Website of the Kendriya…

Go to the Official Website of the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) and click "Status of Application".

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Enter your DAK ID and the verification code,…

Enter your DAK ID and the verification code, then click "Search" to view your application status.

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