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The Scheme Of State Award For Disabled

The "The Scheme of State Award for Disabled" is a scheme by the Dept. of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Govt. of Maharashtra. In this scheme, every year, the State Government felicitates awards to the Best Disabled Employees/Employers/Placement Agencies who have done outstanding work.

Authority

State

Region

Maharashtra

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

The applicant should be an Employee or an Employer or a Placement Agency.; If the applicant is an Employee or an Employer:; The applicant should be a Person with Disability (Visually Impaired, Hearing Impaired, Orthopedically Handicapped, etc).; The percentage of disability should be 40% and above.; The applicant should be a citizen of India.; The applicant should be a permanent resident of the state of Maharashtra.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Are There Any Eligibility Criteria Regarding The Percentage Of Disability Of The Applicant?

Yes, the percentage of disability of the applicant should be 40% and above.

Are Orthopedically Handicapped Persons Also Covered In This Scheme?

Yes, this scheme also covers Orthopedically Handicapped Persons.

Is The Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate Of The State Of Maharashtra, A Mandatory Document For This Scheme?

Yes, the Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra is a mandatory document for this scheme.

Can I Reapply To This Scheme If I Am Already Availing The Benefits Of This Scheme?

No, you can not reapply to this scheme if you already have availed of its benefits.

What Is The Full Form Of SJSA?

The full form of SJSA is "Social Justice & Special Assistance".

Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?

This is a 100% State Funded scheme.

Is There Any Application Fee?

No, the entire application process is completely free of cost.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.

How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?

The mandatory fields have an asterisk (*) mark at the end.

Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Etc Also Apply To This Scheme?

No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply.

Where Can I Find The URL To The Website Of The Dept. Of Social Justice & Special Assistance?

The URL to the official website of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/

Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?

The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/scheme-category/disability-welfare

What Is The Address Of The Department Of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government Of Maharashtra?

The address of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is: 437, Shankar Sheth Rd, Police Colony, Swargate, Pune, Maharashtra 411042

Where Can I Find The Addresses Of The District Social Welfare Offices?

The addresses of the District Social Welfare Offices can be found at - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/contacts

Where Can I Post My Grievances Related To This Scheme?

You can post your grievances at the Grievance Redressal Portal by the Govt. of Maharashtra: https://grievances.maharashtra.gov.in/en

Is There An Income-Related Criterion For This Scheme?

No, there is no income-related criterion for this scheme.

Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?

You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.