Home for the Aged and Infirm
✓ Information verified — June 2026The scheme “Home for the Aged and Infirm" was launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry. The objective of this scheme is to cater to the needs of persons who are aged/infirm, i.e. senior citizens, both male and female above the age of 60 years from BPL Family.
What You Get
- Free or subsidised residential accommodation
- Meals and nutritious food
- Basic medical care and health services
- Safe living environment with supervision
- Social support and welfare activities
Who Can Apply
- Age: 60–100 years
- Residence: Puducherry residents only
- Age 60 years or above
- Belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) family
- Resident of Puducherry
- Both male and female seniors eligible
- Aged or infirm persons without family care
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Age Proof Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. BPL Certificate
- 5. Medical Report
- 6. Address Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Puducherry
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 60–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/hiaiRelated Schemes
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