Sarkari Yojana

Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles

Puducherry
Quick Summary: Differently abled vehicle owners in Puducherry with 40% or more disability can get 50 % of their fuel cost reimbursed, up to 15 or 25 litres depending on engine Horsepower. Income must not exceed ₹75,000/- a year.

About Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles

Persons with disability in Puducherry who own a motorised vehicle can have up to 50 % of their fuel cost subsidised under the “Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles”, introduced by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. Beneficiaries are selected periodically based on available funds.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Applicants need to have been a Native/Resident of…

Applicants need to have been a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for 5 years or more.

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Annual income must be within ₹75,000/- per annum

Annual income must be within ₹75,000/- per annum.

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The vehicle must be registered in the applicant's…

The vehicle must be registered in the applicant's own name.

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The applicant's home has to be more than…

The applicant's home has to be more than 6km away from the duty point.

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A disability of 40% and above is required

A disability of 40% and above is required.

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Anyone already getting a transport allowance for conveyance…

Anyone already getting a transport allowance for conveyance from the Department or another source is not eligible.

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

Benefits Provided

Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Vehicles below 2 Horsepower

Vehicles below 2 Horsepower: half (50 %) of the fuel cost, up to 15 litres at most.

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Vehicles of 2 Horsepower or more

Vehicles of 2 Horsepower or more: half (50 %) of the fuel cost, up to 25 litres at most.

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:

At the Time of Application
The applicant's Aadhaar Card.
A Ration Card.
The Birth Certificate.
A Disability Certificate.
An Income Certificate.
The Financial Assistance ID Card.
A Community Certificate.
A Driving License from the Transport Department.
The vehicle's Registration Certificate (RC) Book.
A Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate from the competent authority.
A recent passport-size photograph.
The bank passbook. Upon Selection
Every three months, the beneficiary has to submit the bills and certificates prescribed by the Department, carrying their signature and that of the agency from which the petrol /diesel was bought. In the absence of an Aadhaar Card; the Aadhaar Enrolment ID must be given together with ANY ONE of these documents -

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A Bank or Post Office Passbook that has…

A Bank or Post Office Passbook that has a photo.

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A PAN (Permanent Account Number) Card

A PAN (Permanent Account Number) Card.

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A Passport

A Passport.

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A Ration Card

A Ration Card.

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A Voter Identity Card

A Voter Identity Card.

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An MGNREGA Card

An MGNREGA Card.

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A Kisan Photo Passbook

A Kisan Photo Passbook.

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A Driving license issued under the Motor Vehicles…

A Driving license issued under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988) by the Licensing Authority.

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An identity certificate bearing the person's photo, issued…

An identity certificate bearing the person's photo, issued on official letterhead by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar.

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Any other document that the Department specifies

Any other document that the Department specifies.

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles through the offline application process outlined below.

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During office hours, go to the Office/ Sub-Office…

During office hours, go to the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare and obtain the printed application form in the prescribed format from the authorities listed 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). OR Print the form yourself using the prescribed format of the application.

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Complete each mandatory field, attach a passport-sized photograph…

Complete each mandatory field, attach a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and include copies of the necessary documents (self-attest, if required).

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Deliver the completed and signed form with the…

Deliver the completed and signed form with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (based on location), at least 30 days ahead of the proposed marriage date.

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Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the authority…

Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the authority receiving the application, making sure it contains the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).

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

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles through the online application process outlined below.

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Access the e-District Portal of the Government of…

Access the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry from its Official Website.

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Tap "Login" in the home page's top right…

Tap "Login" in the home page's top right corner and then "Register a New Membership" on the login screen.

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Provide the Registration Page's mandatory inputs - Username,…

Provide the Registration Page's mandatory inputs - Username, Password, Confirm Password and Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Accept the declaration, key in the Captcha Code and tap "Signup".

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Access the Official Website of the e-District Portal…

Access the Official Website of the e-District Portal again.

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Tap "Login" at the top right, enter the…

Tap "Login" at the top right, enter the Username, Password and Captcha Code, and tap "Sign In".

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The following screen displays the Government of Puducherry's…

The following screen displays the Government of Puducherry's schemes, sorted Department-wise.

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Tap the scheme you need, and its online…

Tap the scheme you need, and its online application form will load.

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Enter all the mandatory details (fields with a…

Enter all the mandatory details (fields with a red asterisk) and upload the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).

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Mark the declaration "I hereby declare that the…

Mark the declaration "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge", submit, and keep the application number handy for tracking your application. It is also delivered to your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID. Track Your Application here Access the User Manual for Online Application here

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