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Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles

The scheme “Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles” by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry was introduced to provide a subsidy of upto 50 % of the cost of fuel to persons with disability who own motorised vehicles.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- 50 % of the cost of fuel subject to a maximum of 15 litres for vehicles of less than 2 Horsepower. | - 50 % of the cost of fuel subject to a maximum of 25 litres for vehicles of equal to or more than 2 Horsepower.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry for at least 5 years.; The applicant should have an annual income not exceeding ₹75,000/- per annum.; The vehicle should be registered in the name of the applicant.; The distance between the residence of the applicant and the duty point should be greater than 6km.; The disability of the applicant should be 40% and above.; The applicant should not be should not be in receipt of transport allowance for conveyance from the Department or from any other source.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the maximum subsidy limit for vehicles with 2 Horsepower or more?

Vehicles with 2 Horsepower or more can receive 50% of the cost of fuel, up to a maximum of 25 litres.

How often should beneficiaries submit bills and certificates upon selection?

Beneficiaries should submit bills and certificates every three months as prescribed by the Department.

Where can the Citizen's Charter for the scheme be found?

The Citizen's Charter is available at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizen-charter.pdf.

What percentage of disability is required for eligibility?

The applicant should have a disability of 40% and above.

Can the vehicle be registered in someone else's name to qualify for the subsidy?

No, the vehicle must be registered in the name of the applicant.

What is the eligibility criterion for annual income under the scheme?

The applicant's annual income should not exceed [?]75,000.

What are the contact details for addressing delays in disbursal in Puducherry?

For Puducherry, contact The Director, Directorate of Social Welfare, Saradhambal Nagar, Ellaipillaichavadhy.

How is the subsidy amount calculated for vehicles with less than 2 Horsepower?

Eligible beneficiaries receive 50% of the cost of fuel, with a maximum limit of 15 litres.

What is the maximum subsidy percentage provided under the "Grant of Fuel Subsidy to Differently Abled Persons Who Are Owning Motorised Vehicles" scheme?

The scheme offers a subsidy of up to 50% of the cost of fuel.

What is the required distance between the applicant's residence and duty point for eligibility?

The distance should be greater than 6 km.

How often does the selection of beneficiaries take place under the scheme?

The selection is periodical and depends on the availability of funds.

Can an applicant with an annual income exceeding ₹75,000 qualify for the scheme?

No, the annual income should not exceed [?]75,000 for eligibility.