Educational Allowances to the Children of Widows

Educational Allowances for Children of Widows (अधिवासी महिलाओं के बच्चों के लिए शैक्षिक भत्ते)

The Government of Puducherry has initiated the “Educational Allowances for Children of Widows” scheme, aimed at supporting the educational needs of children belonging to impoverished widows. This initiative, launched in 2010 by the Department of Women & Child Development, seeks to alleviate financial burdens by providing annual assistance ranging from ₹25 to ₹125, depending on the educational standard of the child.

About the Scheme

The primary objective of the “Educational Allowances for Children of Widows” scheme is to offer financial aid for educational expenses for children of widowed mothers residing in the Union Territory of Puducherry. The assistance is intended to cover costs related to educational materials, thereby facilitating continued education for children up to the higher secondary level or its equivalent.

Key Benefits

• Financial support ranging from ₹25 to ₹125, aimed at aiding in the purchase of textbooks, notebooks, and other educational materials.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the benefits under this scheme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
• The applicant should be a resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry, either by birth or continuous residence for a minimum of three years.
• The applicant must be a widow.
• The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹24,000.
• The applicant’s child must be enrolled as a student.
• The child must have achieved at least 50% marks in each academic class.

Application Process

Applications can be submitted through both offline and online methods. Below are detailed steps for each process:

Apply Offline

1. The applicant should visit the Office or Sub-Office of the Department of Women and Child Development during official hours to request a hard copy of the application form.
2. Alternatively, the applicant can download and print the prescribed application form.
3. Complete the application form by filling in all required fields, affixing a passport-sized photograph (if necessary), and attaching copies of all required documents (self-attested if applicable).
4. Submit the completed application form and accompanying documents to either the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer, depending on the location, at least 30 days before the intended application date.
5. Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority upon submission, ensuring it includes essential details such as the date and time of submission, along with a unique identification number if applicable.

Apply Online

1. Navigate to the official website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
2. Click on “Login” in the top right corner of the homepage. If you are a new user, select “Register a New Membership.”
3. On the registration page, fill in all mandatory fields, including Username, Password, Personal Details, and agree to the declaration. Complete the Captcha verification and click “Signup.”
4. Return to the e-District Portal homepage, click “Login,” and enter your Username and Password. Complete the Captcha and click “Sign In.”
5. You will be presented with a list of government schemes organized by department. Select the scheme you wish to apply for, which will direct you to the online application form.
6. Complete the online form by filling in all mandatory fields and uploading the required documents (self-attested if necessary).
7. Check the declaration box confirming the accuracy of the details provided. Submit the application and make a note of the application number for tracking purposes. This number will also be sent to your registered mobile number or email address.

Track Your Application

Follow the official e-District Portal to track your application status.

User Manual

For detailed guidance on the online application process, access the user manual available on the e-District Portal.

Official Source

For more information, please visit myScheme.gov.in.