About this education scheme
"Grant to Meritorious Wards of ESM in Sports: National / International Level" is a Welfare Scheme by the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. The meritorious wards of the ESM are provided grants for their achievements in sports at national and international levels. The application is offline.
"Grant to Meritorious Wards of ESM in Sports: National / International Level" is a Welfare Scheme by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. Through this scheme, the meritorious wards of the ESM are provided grants for their achievements in sports at national and international levels. The application should be submitted offline within three months from the date of the achievement.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Grant to Meritorious Wards of ESM in Sports: National / International Level (Sainik Welfare) (GMWESNIL-SW) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Sainik Welfare Department, Puducherry |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Puducherry |
| Official portal | sainik.py.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Rajya Sainik Board, Puducherry |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 10 to 80 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Grant of Rs. 50,000/- for achievements in sports at the international level.
- Grant of Rs. 30,000/- for achievements in sports at the national level.
- The amount is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a Ward of an ESM / Ward of the Widow of an Ex-Serviceman (ESM).
- The ESM / Ward of the Widow of an ESM should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
- The event should be organised by a body approved/recognized by the Government.
- The applicant should have achieved merit in a sport at the national/international level.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
OR
The interested applicant should visit (on a working day, and during working hours) the Rajya Sainik Board, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India, and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the concerned authority.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
Step 4: A receipt of the application will be assigned to the applicant by the concerned authority.
Queries/Complaints/Suggestions/Grievances
Address: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India
Phone Number: (+91)(0413) 2253107
Email: dirdsw.pon@nic.in
Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
Frequently asked 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 Rs. 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.
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
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.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines sainik.py.gov.in
- Government Order sainik.py.gov.in (PDF)
- Contact Us sainik.py.gov.in
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