About this social welfare scheme
Under this scheme, a one-time financial assistance/grant ranging from a minimum of Rs. 75,000/- to a maximum of Rs. 2,00,000/- is provided to serving soldiers and ex-servicemen of the state who have been conferred with the ‘Vishisht Seva Medal Award’.
The scheme “One-Time Grant to Soldiers Conferred with the Vishisht Seva Medal Award” is implemented by the State Sainik Board under the Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Uttarakhand. Under this scheme, a one-time financial assistance/grant is provided to serving soldiers and ex-servicemen of the state who have been conferred with the 'Vishisht Seva Medal Award'.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | One-Time Grant Money to Soldiers Conferred with Vishisht Seva Medal Award (OTGMSCVSMA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | State Sainik Board |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | uk.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 80 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- A one-time grant ranging from a minimum of Rs. 75,000/- to a maximum of Rs. 2,00,000/- is given to serving soldiers and ex-servicemen of the state.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
- The applicant must be a serving soldier or an ex-serviceman of the state who has been conferred with the 'Vishisht Seva Medal Award'.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- After obtaining the application form from the District Sainik Welfare Office, it must be submitted to the concerned office.
- The following documents are required for the application: Aadhaar Card of the applicant, PAN Card, Photocopy of bank passbook and cancelled cheque, Identity card of the dependent (if the applicant is a dependent), Domicile certificate of Uttarakhand, Affidavit (on Rs. 10/- stamp paper) declaring that the applicant has not received, and will not receive in the future, the one-time grant/annuity payable on the gallantry medal from any other state, Photocopy of discharge book (if the applicant is an ex-serviceman), a photocopy of the Gazette Notification regarding conferment of 'Vishisht Seva Medal Award'
- After verification of the applications at the District Sainik Welfare Office level, eligible applicants are paid the approved amount through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). Under this, the one-time grant is disbursed immediately, while the annuity amount is released annually.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
Serving soldiers or ex-servicemen of Uttarakhand who have been conferred with the Vishisht Seva Medal are eligible.
Is residency in Uttarakhand mandatory for applying?
Yes. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
What is the financial benefit provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides a one-time financial grant ranging from a minimum of Rs. 75,000/- to a maximum of Rs. 2,00,000/-.
Where can the application form be obtained?
The application form can be obtained from the District Sainik Welfare Office.
Where should the application form be submitted?
The filled application form along with required documents must be submitted at the concerned District Sainik Welfare Office.
Is an affidavit required with the application?
Yes. An affidavit on Rs. 10 stamp paper is required stating that the applicant has not received and will not receive the one-time grant/annuity from any other state.
How is the grant amount disbursed?
The grant amount is disbursed directly to the applicant’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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