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Persons With Disabilities Scheme In Colleges: Higher Education For Persons With Special Needs

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

The Persons with Disabilities Act 1995 indicates that differently-abled persons should have access to education at all levels. In the higher education sector, the University Grants Commission (UGC) is supporting universities and colleges in the country to involve in special education activities.

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What You Get

  • Access to higher education in colleges and universities
  • Special accommodations and facilities in educational institutions
  • Support from UGC-funded programs for inclusive education
  • Assistance with curriculum adjustments and learning support
  • Campus accessibility improvements for students with disabilities

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–100 years
  • Must have a recognized disability as per the Persons with Disabilities Act 1995
  • Must have passed 12th standard or equivalent qualification
  • Must be seeking admission to a college or university in India
  • Indian citizens are eligible
  • No age limit restriction is specified

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Disability Certificate
  2. 2. 10th/12th Mark Sheet
  3. 3. Aadhaar Card
  4. 4. Income Certificate
  5. 5. Medical Report
  6. 6. Admission Form

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
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment
Category
Education
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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Last Verified

14 June 2026

Nodal Ministry

Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

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