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

The scheme “Grant of Financial Assistance to Poor Scheduled Caste Pregnant & Lactating Women” was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to provide assistance for the well-being of Pregnant and Lactating mothers and their children.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance of ₹12,000/- as follows: | - The pre-natal assistance shall be ₹ 2,000 in cash per month for three months prior to the month of delivery. | - The post-natal assistance shall be ₹ 2,000 in cash per month for three months following delivery. | - The grant of financial assistance is made available only for 2 deliveries.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a citizen of India.; The applicant should belong to the Union Territory of Pondicherry by virtue of birth or continuous residence of not less than 3 years.; The applicant should be from Scheduled Caste.; The applicant should be a woman.; The applicant should be pregnant.; The applicant should apply from 6 months of pregnancy and within 3 months from the date of delivery.; The annual income of the applicant and spouse should not exceed ₹ 2,00,000/-.; The grant of financial assistance is made available only for 2 deliveries.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Can non-Scheduled Caste individuals apply for this scheme?

No, the scheme is specifically designed for individuals belonging to the Scheduled Caste.

What department within the Government of Puducherry oversees the implementation of this scheme?

The Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry, is responsible for the implementation and management of the scheme.

What role does the annual income of the applicant and spouse play in determining eligibility?

To qualify for the scheme, the combined annual income of the applicant and spouse should not exceed [?]2,00,000.

Is continuous residence in the Union Territory of Pondicherry a mandatory criterion?

Yes, applicants need to have continuous residence in the Union Territory of Pondicherry for a minimum of 3 years to be eligible for the scheme.

What is the division of financial assistance during the prenatal and postnatal periods?

The scheme allocates [?]2,000 in cash per month for three months before delivery as prenatal assistance and [?]2,000 in cash per month for three months after delivery as postnatal assistance.

When should applicants ideally apply for the scheme?

Applicants should apply within 6 months of pregnancy and up to 3 months from the date of delivery to be eligible for the financial assistance.

Can the financial assistance be availed for more than two deliveries?

No, the financial assistance is restricted to a maximum of 2 deliveries per eligible beneficiary.

What are the specific financial benefits offered under this scheme?

The scheme provides a financial assistance of [?]12,000 in cash, distributed as [?]2,000 per month for three months prior to delivery and [?]2,000 per month for three months post-delivery, for a maximum of 2 deliveries.

Who introduced the scheme "Grant of Financial Assistance to Poor Scheduled Caste Pregnant & Lactating Women," and what is its primary objective?

The scheme was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Department, Government of Puducherry, with the aim of providing assistance for the well-being of Pregnant and Lactating mothers and their children.

Are there any specific provisions for persons with disabilities under this scheme?

No provisions for persons with disabilities are mentioned in the guidelines of this scheme.

Can Applicants From The Neighboring States/UTs Also Apply To This Scheme?

Unfortunately, this scheme is exclusively available to permanent residents of the Puducherry. Applicants from neighboring States/UTs, among others, are not eligible to apply.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.