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Financial Assistance for the Treatment of Blind, Disabled, Deaf, Dumb, or Mentally Challenged Ex-Servicemen and their Dependents (Wife and Children)

The scheme aims to provide monthly financial assistance for the treatment of ex-servicemen and their dependents (wife & children) who have a disability of 40% or more and are suffering from serious illnesses such as cancer, leprosy, tuberculosis, kidney and cardiac ailments, paralysis, etc.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Rajasthan

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance: | S. No.Percentage of DisabilityFinancial AssistancePriority180% and above₹3,000/- per monthFirst Priority260% but less than 80%₹2,000/- per monthSecond Priority340% but less than 60%₹1,000/- per monthThird PriorityNote: | - The assistance is provided for three years. After that, the applicant will re-apply for renewal. | - The financial aid is disbursed online through the District Sainik Welfare Office. | - A maximum of two disabled family members of an ex-serviceman can avail of this benefit. | - The financial assistance will cease upon the death of the disabled ex-serviceman or the disabled family member.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a native of Rajasthan.; The applicant should either be an ex-serviceman as defined by the Government of India or a dependent family member (excluding parents) of ex-serviceman.; Only an ex-serviceman holding the rank of Havildar or below, or their family members, are eligible to apply.; The ex-serviceman or their dependent should have a disability of 40% or more.; Both pensioner and non-pensioner are eligible. However, ex-serviceman who is already receiving a disability pension from the Army cannot apply for financial assistance for himself based on their disability. He may apply on behalf of a disabled family member with 40% or more disability.; Under this scheme, the family members do not include parents. Only wife/widow, son/daughter are included.; The ex-serviceman’s disability will be considered valid regardless of whether it occurred during military service or after retirement.; The name of the disabled wife, son, or daughter should be recorded in the discharge book or Part II Order of the ex-serviceman.; Assistance will not be provided to more than two members of the same family, including the ex-serviceman.; A valid recommendation from the District Sainik Welfare Officer (DSWO) is mandatory.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible for this scheme?

Ex-servicemen (Havildar or below) and their dependents with a disability of 40% or more who do not receive an Army disability pension.

What is the financial assistance provided?

₹1,000 to ₹3,000 per month based on the level of disability.

How long is the assistance provided?

The assistance is provided for three years, with renewal options.

Can more than one dependent apply?

Yes, but only up to two dependents per family.

How is the payment made?

Online transfer through the District Sainik Welfare Office.

Is there any residency requirement?

Yes, the applicant must be a resident of Rajasthan.

How is the priority determined?

Based on the level of disability: 80%+ (First), 60-80% (Second), 40-60% (Third).

Is there a limit on the number of beneficiaries?

Yes, the scheme is limited to 300 beneficiaries at a time.

How can one apply?

Submit an application to the District Sainik Welfare Office with the required documents.

What documents are required?

Discharge book, disability certificate, ID proof, bank details, and other supporting documents.

When does the scheme become effective?

The scheme was effective from July 1, 2020.