Subsistence Allowance (Sainik Welfare)
✓ Information verified — June 2026"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 World War, Non-pensioners ESM above 60 years under "Below the Poverty Line (BPL)", and their widows.
What You Get
- Monthly subsistence allowance to eligible veterans and ex-servicemen
- Financial support for widows of deceased ex-servicemen
- Regular income assistance for those without military pension
Who Can Apply
- Age: 21–100 years
- Residence: Puducherry residents only
- Must be a veteran of the Second World War OR a retired ex-serviceman (ESM)
- Age 60 years or above
- Must be classified as Below the Poverty Line (BPL)
- Widows of eligible ex-servicemen are also eligible
- Must be a resident of Puducherry
- Should not be receiving any military pension
Documents Needed
0/7 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Military Service Certificate
- 3. BPL Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Age Proof Document
- 6. Income Certificate
- 7. Death Certificate (for widows)
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
- 21–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/sa-affdf…Related Schemes
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