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State Government Scheme

Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of ₹10,000/- to specially-abled individuals for self-employment and the purchase of artificial limbs/equipment to overcome physical disabilities.

Persons with disability
Scheme Level
State
Applicable In
Rajasthan
Category
Social welfare & Empowerment
How to Apply
Offline

About the Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances Scheme

The scheme "Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances" is implemented by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to specially-abled individuals for self-employment and the purchase of artificial limbs/equipment to overcome physical disabilities.

Under this scheme, the beneficiaries receive financial assistance to procure prosthetic aids and equipment such as tricycles, crutches, wheelchairs, calipers, hearing aids, blind sticks, smartphones, Jaipur Foot/Shoes/Palm pads, etc.

Benefits

  1. Financial assistance of up to ₹10,000/- for purchasing artificial limbs/equipment to overcome physical disabilities.
  2. Covers aids like tricycles, crutches, wheelchairs, calipers, hearing aids, blind sticks, smartphones, Jaipur Foot/Shoes/Palm pads, etc.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.
  2. The applicant should be a disabled person.
  3. The applicant should be suffering from 40% disability.
  4. The applicant’s family should not be an income tax payer.

How to Apply for Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances

Application mode: Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the office of the District Social Justice & Empowerment Department and request a copy of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.

Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Justice & Empowerment Department.

Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Social Justice & Empowerment Department to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances scheme?

The scheme "Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances" is implemented by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Rajasthan. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to specia…

Who is eligible for Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances?

The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan. The applicant should be a disabled person. The applicant should be suffering from 40% disability. The applicant’s family should not be an income tax payer.

What benefits does Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances provide?

Financial assistance of up to ₹10,000/- for purchasing artificial limbs/equipment to overcome physical disabilities. Covers aids like tricycles, crutches, wheelchairs, calipers, hearing aids, blind sticks, smartphones, Jaipur Foot/Shoes/Palm pads, etc.

How can I apply for Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Artificial Limbs/Appliances?

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the office of the District Social Justice & Empowerment Department and request a copy of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications. Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mand…

Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.

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