Sarkari Yojana

Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations

Puducherry
Quick Summary: Puducherry's Department of Social Welfare covers 90% of the estimated maintenance cost of registered NGOs running residential homes for children, the aged and vulnerable people. NGOs must be financially sound, non-profit and non-sectarian.

About Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations

Launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry, the “Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations” meets 90% of the estimated maintenance expenses of registered NGOs that operate residential homes for children, elderly people and vulnerable persons.

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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A strong financial footing is required

A strong financial footing is required.

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The NGO needs the facilities and resources to…

The NGO needs the facilities and resources to operate residential homes.

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Its services must be open to all beneficiaries…

Its services must be open to all beneficiaries regardless of religion, caste, colour or creed.

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It must not be operated to make a…

It must not be operated to make a profit for any person or group.

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The organisation must have no involvement in corrupt…

The organisation must have no involvement in corrupt practices.

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

Benefits Provided

Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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The grant meets 90% of the estimated…

The grant meets 90% of the estimated maintenance cost.

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NOTE:

If disbursal of benefits is delayed, approach the following authorities: Puducherry: The Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy, Puducherry. Karaikal: The Collector, Karaikal. Mahe/Yanam: The Regional Administrator, Mahe/Yanam.

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:

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The NGO's registration certificate or licence

The NGO's registration certificate or licence

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Its MOU or bye-laws

Its MOU or bye-laws

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The audit report

The audit report

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A certificate of utilization

A certificate of utilization

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The latest annual report

The latest annual report

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Grant-in-aid to Non-governmental Organisations through the offline application process outlined below.

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Call at the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department…

Call at the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare during office hours and request a printed application form in the prescribed format from the staff appointed to issue and accept applications. OR Print a copy of the application form using the prescribed format provided online.

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Fill out every mandatory field, paste a passport-sized…

Fill out every mandatory field, paste a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all needed documents (self-attest, if required).

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Submit the completed and signed form with documents…

Submit the completed and signed form with documents to the authority indicated 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 (ic), Social Welfare Department (Sub Office).

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Get an acknowledgement or receipt from that authority…

Get an acknowledgement or receipt from that authority containing the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).

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