State GovernmentWomen & Child

Grant of Financial Assistance to Poor Scheduled Caste Pregnant & Lactating Women

Puducherry

This scheme provides financial assistance to pregnant and lactating women belonging to Scheduled Caste communities in Puducherry who live below the poverty line. Run by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry, it aims to support the health and nutrition of mothers and their newborn children during pregnancy and breastfeeding periods.

What You Get

  • Financial assistance for pregnant women
  • Support during lactation period
  • Assistance for child welfare and nutrition
  • Healthcare support for mother and child

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–60 years
  • Residence: Puducherry residents only
  • Must belong to Scheduled Caste community
  • Must be a resident of Puducherry
  • Must be pregnant or lactating
  • Must be from a poor or economically weaker household
  • Age should be within reproductive years

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Caste Certificate
  3. 3. Income Certificate
  4. 4. Pregnancy Certificate
  5. 5. Bank Passbook
  6. 6. Residence Proof

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Puducherry
Category
Women & Child
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–60 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
25 Apr 2026

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