Where can I find the sub-offices of the Social Welfare Department?

Explore the list of sub-offices at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sub--office-social-welfare-department.

How much is the monthly stipend provided under the scheme?

Beneficiaries receive a fixed monthly stipend of ₹1,000 to support their vocational training.

In Mahe/Yanam, who oversees the application process for the vocational training stipend?

The Welfare Officer (i\c), Social Welfare Department (Sub office), Mahe/Yanam, handles applications in these regions.

Where can I apply if I am in Karaikal for the vocational training stipend?

Apply through The Assistant Director, Social Welfare Department (Sub Office), Karaikal, for timely processing.

Who is responsible for handling applications in the Differently Abled Section, Directorate of Social Welfare, Puducherry?

The Deputy Director, Differently Abled Section, processes applications related to vocational training stipends.

For Mahe/Yanam regions, who is the designated authority to address application concerns?

Contact The Regional Administrator, Mahe/Yanam, for issues related to your application in these areas.

In case of delayed benefit disbursal, who should be contacted in Puducherry?

In Puducherry, contact The Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy.

What is the primary contact point for addressing grievances related to the scheme?

For grievance redressal, use https://pgportal.gov.in/ or refer to the Grievance Redressal section in the Citizen's Charter.

Is there a residency requirement for eligibility under this scheme?

Yes, applicants must be natives or residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry for a minimum of 5 years.

What types of vocational training courses are eligible for this stipend?

The stipend covers full-time courses in vocational training centers, workshops, ITIs, or any recognized center by the Central/State Government or local bodies.

Is a specific government-issued identity card required for eligibility?

Yes, applicants must possess a Financial Assistance Identity Card as part of the mandatory documentation.

Is there an income limit for applicants to qualify for the vocational training stipend?

The scheme does not specify income limits; eligibility is primarily based on residency, disability, and vocational training.

Scholarship

Grant of Stipend to the Differently Abled Trainees of the Vocational Training Institutes(GSDATVTI)

Cash

Eligibility

The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.

Region

Puducherry

Award

Cash

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Overview

About GSDATVTI

Grant of Stipend to the Differently Abled Trainees of the Vocational Training Institutes is a state scheme run by the Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. It pays a fixed monthly cash stipend to persons with disabilities who are enrolled in a technical or professional training course at a recognised institute.

The stipend helps meet the day-to-day cost of attending while the course is under way. The scheme is limited to Puducherry, and the department fixes the stipend amount, the income limit and the disability criteria, which are assessed when you apply.

Sources: myScheme - Grant of Stipend to the Differently Abled Trainees of the Vocational Training Institutes · Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry - Differently Abled Schemes · Centre for Internet and Society - Puducherry (Govt.) Schemes

Who runs it

Provider

Puducherry State Government

State / UT Government

Social Welfare Department, Puducherry

At a glance

Key details

Level	State/ UT
Scheme type	—
Category	Education & Learning, Skills & Employment, Social welfare & Empowerment
Beneficiaries	Individual
Benefit type	Cash
Application mode	Offline

Calendar

Important dates

Across all open application cycles.

Important dates by cycle
Cycle	Stage	Date

Who can apply

Eligibility criteria

The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.
The applicant should be differently abled.
The applicant should have undertaken a full time vocational training course in any vocational training centre/ workshop/ ITI/ any other centre run by the Central / State Government/ Local body or any voluntary organization or institution recognized by Central / State Government.

What to prepare

Documents required

Aadhaar Card.

Residence-cum-nativity Certificate, Issued by the Competent Authority.

Recent Passport-size Photograph.

Disability Certificate/ Medical Certificate.

Study Certificate.

Financial Assistance Identity Card.

Attendance of the Trainee along with Completed Certificate.

Step by step

How to apply

1
Apply offline
See the official links below for the application portal.

Source

Official links

Citizen's Charter Contact Us Sub Offices Grievance Redressal myScheme (Government of India)

Questions

GSDATVTI – FAQ

Disclaimer

Scheme details are compiled from myScheme, the Government of India’s official scheme-discovery platform, and are reproduced without alteration. Amounts, deadlines and eligibility change between cycles — always confirm on the official links above before applying. Expertie does not process applications or charge fees.

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