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Grant to Meritorious Wards of Ex-Servicemen in Academics (Lump Sum Grant)

Through this scheme, the academically meritorious wards of the ESM / Widows of ESM who have secured the top three ranks in academics are provided with lump sum grants of upto ₹18,000. The application should be submitted within three months from the date of publication of the result.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Grant as per the Merit and the Level of Education | 10th (Central Board of Secondary Education / Metric / Secondary School Leaving Certificate) | - 1st Rank: ₹15,000. | - 2nd Rank: ₹13,000. | - 3rd Rank: ₹11,000. | 12th (Central Board of Secondary Education / Higher Secondary Certificate) | - 1st Rank: ₹18,000. | - 2nd Rank: ₹16,000. | - 3rd Rank: ₹14,000. | Undergraduate / Postgraduate | - University Gold Medal: ₹14,000.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Ward of an ESM / Ward of the Widow of an ESM.; The applicant should have secured 1st/2nd/3rd Rank in Class 10th/12th in a Government-recognized Institution, or should have secured gold medal in Graduation/Postgraduation in a Government-recognized University.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

Where should the application form be submitted for this scheme?

The application should be submitted on a working day, and during working hours to the competent authority at the Rajya Sainik Board, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Rd, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013

What documents are required for the Registration of the Ex-Servicemen and Widows of Ex-Servicemen?

The documents are required for the Registration of the Ex-Servicemen and Widows of Ex-Servicemen can be accessed through the following URL: https://sainik.py.gov.in/registration-procedure.

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.