"Subsistence Allowance" is a Welfare Scheme by the Dept of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to the Veterans of the Second...
₹10,000 per month for Second World War (WWII) Veterans, irrespective of financial status.
₹9,000 per month for Non-pensioners ESM above 60 years under "Below Poverty Line (BPL)".
₹9,000 per month for widows of the above two categories.
*The amount is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT.
Eligibility (who can apply)
The applicant should be an [Ex-Serviceman](https://sainik.py.gov.in/definition-ex-servicemen) or the Widow of an Ex-Serviceman.- The applicant should be [registered](https://sainik.py.gov.in/registration-procedure) with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
How to Apply
**Offline**
**Step 1:** The interested applicant should take print of the [prescribed format](https://sainik.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/subsistence_allowance.pdf) of the application form for the concerned scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
The interested applicant should visit (Monday - Friday, 02:30 PM to 05:00 PM) 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:** On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register by the concerned authority, and a unique number is assigned to the applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.
> **Queries/Complaints/Suggestions/Grievances**
Address: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare) / what is the eligibility?
- The applicant should be an [Ex-Serviceman](https://sainik.py.gov.in/definition-ex-servicemen) or the Widow of an Ex-Serviceman.- The applicant should be [registered](https://sainik.py.gov.in/registration-procedure) with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
What are the benefits of Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare)?
- ₹10,000 per month for Second World War (WWII) Veterans, irrespective of financial status.
- ₹9,000 per month for Non-pensioners ESM above 60 years under "Below Poverty Line (BPL)".
- ₹9,000 per month for widows of the above two categories.
*The amount is credited to the benef...
How to apply online for Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare)?
**Offline**
**Step 1:** The interested applicant should take print of the [prescribed format](https://sainik.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/subsistence_allowance.pdf) of the application form for the concerned scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
OR
The inter...