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Cash Incentive to Wards of ESM (Academic Scholarship)

Through this scheme, the academically meritorious wards of the ESM / Widows of ESM pursuing higher education are provided cash incentive of ₹1,000 per month. The application should be submitted within three months from the date of publication of the result of the respective exam.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Cash Incentive of ₹1,000 per month.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Ward of an ESM / Ward of the Widow of an ESM.; The applicant should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.; The applicant should have scored 95% in Class 11th/12th.; The applicant should have scored 90% in the semester/annual exam of a non-professional course (80% in the case of professional course).; The applicant should not be in receipt of any other academic scholarship.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Are Short Service/Emergency commissioned Officers eligible for the status of ex-servicemen?

Yes, if released on completion of the specific period of engagement and were given gratuity at the time of release.

Where can I find the contact details of the Appellate Authority?

Appellate Authority: Shri. S.D. Sundaresan, I.A.S., Secretary to Govt. (Sainik Welfare), Chief Secretariat, Puducherry - 605001, 0413-2349712, jshome.pon@nic.in

Which Department of the UT of Puducherry administers this scheme?

The scheme is administered by the Department of Sainik Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry.

Where can I find the URL of the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry?

The URL of the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry is: https://sainik.py.gov.in/.

Where can I find the contact details of the Public Information Officer?

Public Information Officer: Shri. Sandirakumaran.S, Director, Department of Sainik Welfare, 261, Pakkamudiyanpet, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605 008, +91-413-2250575 / +91-413-2253107, dirdsw.pon@nic.in, sainik.pon@nic.in

What is the procedure for seeking information through "Right To Information (RTI)"?

The required information may be asked through an application along with IPO/DD for a sum of [?]10/- in favour of the Director, Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. For more details, visit: https://sainik.py.gov.in/right-to-information.

What is the definition of "Ex-Servicemen" for the purpose of this scheme?

The definition of "Ex-Servicemen" can be accessed through the following URL: https://sainik.py.gov.in/definition-ex-servicemen

Where can I find detailed guidelines for the welfare schemes provided by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund of the Department of Sainik Welfare?

For detailed guidelines, you can refer to the official document available at the following URL: https://sainik.py.gov.in/assistance-affd-fund.

Where can I get the application forms for the welfare schemes provided by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund of the Department of Sainik Welfare?

The application forms can be accessed through the following URL: https://sainik.py.gov.in/application-forms.

Is there any relaxation in the income criteria for eligibility under certain circumstances?

There is no income-related eligibility criteria for this scheme.

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

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.

How can I contact the Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry for grievance redressal/ general queries?

You contact the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry at (+91)(0413) 2253107, dirdsw.pon@nic.in, Monday to Friday, between 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM.