About this social welfare scheme
The "Financial Assistance for Aids and Appliances for Disabled Persons" is a scheme by the Govt. of Maharashtra. The objective of this scheme is to provide assistance to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) for the purchase of aids and appliances as per their age group and the type of disability.
The "Financial Assistance for Aids and Appliances for Disabled Persons" is a scheme by the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Govt. of Maharashtra. The objective of this scheme is to provide assistance to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) for the purchase of aids and appliances as per their age group and the type of disability. Only citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply for this scheme. This scheme is 100% funded by the Govt. of Maharashtra.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Financial Assistance For Aids And Appliances For Disabled Persons (FAAADP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Justice and Special Assistance Department |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Maharashtra |
| Official portal | sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | District Social Welfare Offices Of The Department Of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Govt. Of Maharashtra |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 18,000 per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 0 to 80 years
- 💰Income Rs. 18,000 tak
- ♿Divyang (PwD)
- ♿40%+ disability
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- For Hearing Handicapped: Hearing Aids.
- For Orthopedically Handicapped: Crutches, Tricycles, Calipers, Wheel Chair.
- For Visually Handicapped: Tape Recorders and Blank Cassettes for Education Purposes Up to Cost of Rs. 3,000/-.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Maharashtra State.
- The applicant should be a Person with Disability (Visually Handicapped, Low Vision, Hearing Impaired, Orthopedically Handicapped, etc).
- The percentage of the disability should be 40% or above.
- For financial assistance of 100% of the cost of the aids and appliances, the monthly income of the applicant should be less than Rs. 1,500/-.
- For financial assistance of 50% of the cost of the aids and appliances, the monthly income of the applicant should be between Rs. 1,500/- to Rs. 2,000/-.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: 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.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across), and attach all the (self-attested) mandatory documents.
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Commissioner, District Social Welfare Office.
Step 4: Acquire the receipt/acknowledgment of the successful submission of the application form from the District Social Welfare Office.
Frequently asked questions
What Are The Objectives Of This Scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to provide assistance to Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) for the purchase of aids and appliances as per their age group and the type of disability.
For What Purposes Can The Amount Of The Financial Assistance Be Utilized?
The amount of financial assistance can be utilized towards the purchase of aids and appliances for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
What Aids/Appliances Are Provided To The Orthopedically Handicapped?
Crutches, Tricycles, Calipers, and Wheel Chair are provided to the Orthopedically Handicapped.
What Aids/Appliances Are Provided To The Visually Handicapped?
Tape Recorders and Blank Cassettes for Education Purposes Up to a Cost of Rs. 3,000/- are provided to the Visually Handicapped.
What Aids/Appliances Are Provided To The Hearing Handicapped?
Hearing Aids are provided to the Hearing Handicapped.
Who Are The Target Beneficiaries Of This Scheme?
The target beneficiaries of this scheme are Persons with Disabilities (PwDs).
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 There Any Application Fee?
No, the entire application process is entirely 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.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in
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