Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)
"Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)" is a Welfare Scheme by the Dept of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. The wards of the ESM / Widows of ESM studyi...
> **Allowance (in ₹ per annum) according to the Level of Qualification**
School Level: 2,000
Other Courses: 2,500
_*The rate listed above or the actual cost, whichever is less, is reimbursed._
_*The amount is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT._
Eligibility (who can apply)
The applicant should be a Ward of an Unemployed ESM / Ward of the Widow of an ESM.
The applicant should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
The Ward should be studying in a Government-recognized Institution.
The scheme is applicable for upto two wards of the Unemployed ESM / Widow of an ESM.
How to Apply
**Offline**
**Step 1:** The interested applicant should take print of the [prescribed format](https://sainik.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/uniformandbookallowance202223.pdf) of the application form for the concerned scheme.
**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, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry, 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry - 605013, India.
**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
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare) / what is the eligibility?
- The applicant should be a Ward of an Unemployed ESM / Ward of the Widow of an ESM.
- The applicant should be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
- The Ward should be studying in a Government-recognized Institution.
- The scheme is applicable for upto two wards o...
What are the benefits of Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)?
> **Allowance (in ₹ per annum) according to the Level of Qualification**
- School Level: 2,000
- Other Courses: 2,500
_*The rate listed above or the actual cost, whichever is less, is reimbursed._
_*The amount is credited to the beneficiary’s Bank Account through RTGS/ NEFT._
How to apply online for Uniform Allowance to the Wards of Ex-Servicemen/Widows (Sainik Welfare)?
**Offline**
**Step 1:** The interested applicant should take print of the [prescribed format](https://sainik.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/uniformandbookallowance202223.pdf) of the application form for the concerned scheme.
**Step 2:** In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fie...