About this education scheme
The government of Meghalaya provides rehabilitation treatment for persons with disabilities under the "Disability Rehabilitation Scheme".
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Rehabilitation Treatment For The Disabled (RTFD) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Welfare Department |
| Launch year | 2007 |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Education |
| Level / State | State · Meghalaya |
| Official portal | megsocialwelfare.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- ♿Divyang (PwD)
- ♿40%+ disability
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Medical treatment: The scheme provides medical treatment to persons with disabilities, including surgeries and therapies.
- Assistive devices: The scheme provides assistive devices such as hearing aids, wheelchairs, crutches, and prosthetic limbs.
- Rehabilitation services: The scheme provides rehabilitation services such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
- Training and education: The scheme provides training and education to persons with disabilities to develop their skills and enhance their employability.
Who qualifies
- The person must be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The person must have a disability certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner.
- The disability percentage should be more than 40%.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- Applications through the office of the District Social Welfare Officer of 11 Districts.
- To get the list of District Social Welfare Officers click here.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Apr 2007 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
What is Rehabilitation treatment for the disabled Scheme ?
The scheme aims to provide medical treatment, assistive devices, and other rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities to improve their quality of life.
What are the benefits ?
The scheme provides medical treatment, assistive devices, rehabilitation services, training and education, and financial assistance for marriage and equipment purchase
What is the eligibility ?
The person must be a resident of Meghalaya, have a disability certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner, and the disability percentage should be more than 40%..
How to apply for the scheme ?
Applications through the office of the District Social Welfare Officer.
List of required document
1. Disability certificate issued by a registered medical practitioner.
2. Proof of residence in Meghalaya (such as an Aadhaar card, voter ID card, or ration card).
3. Identity proof (such as an Aadhaar card or voter ID card).
4. Bank account details.
5. Passport-size photograph.
6. Any other document required by the District Social Welfare Officer for verification purposes.
What is the minimum disability percentage required to apply this scheme ?
The disability percentage should be more than 40%.
Category under which assistance is provided ?
Under four categories
1. Medical treatment.
2. Assistive devices.
3. Rehabilitation services.
4. Training and education.
How to get the details of District Social Welfare Officer ?
Click on the following link to get the details of the District Social Welfare Officer.
Link: https://megsocialwelfare.gov.in/key_contacts.html
Is there any age limit to apply for the scheme?
No, there is no age limit to apply for the scheme.
What document is required as Proof of residence.
Documents such as an Aadhaar card, voter ID card, or ration card.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines meghalaya.gov.in
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The details on this page are from the official listing and have not been rewritten or reviewed by our team yet. Confirm them on the official portal before applying.
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