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Reimbursement of Tuition Fees for Typewriting and Shorthand Courses for Children of Widows

“Reimbursement of Tuition Fees for Typewriting and Shorthand Courses for Children of Widows” by the Dept of Women & Child Development, Govt of Pondicherry, was introduced to encourage the children of widows to pursue Typewriting and Shorthand courses and facilitate the reimbursement of course fees.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance of ₹ 50/- per month, as a reimbursement of the tuition fees. | The reimbursement shall be allowed only for a maximum period of ten months for a course and for the first attempt only. | The reimbursement shall be allowed only for any two children of the widow.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a citizen of India.; The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or continuous residence for not less than 5 years.; The applicant should be a widow.; The annual income of the applicant should not exceed ₹24,000.; The child of the widow should be a Student.; The child of the widow should be enrolled in an approved recognised by the Government of Tamilnadu/Government of Kerala/Government of Andhra Pradesh for the purpose of technical examinations.; The child should have passed/appeared for SSLC/Matriculation or any other equivalent examination recognized by the Education Department, Puducherry.; The child of the widow should be studying typewriting and/or shorthand.; Upto two dependent children of a widow are eligible.; The widow should not have been receiving assistance/grant under any other scheme being implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Puducherry.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Can the applicant submit the application without the support of a Member of Legislative Assembly or Member of Parliament?

While it's not explicitly stated, the involvement of these officials is recommended for certification of widowhood and children's status.

Can the tuition fees be reimbursed for courses other than typewriting and shorthand?

No, the reimbursement is specifically for typewriting and shorthand courses.

Is there any age limit for the children eligible for reimbursement?

The scheme does not specify an age limit for the children of widows seeking reimbursement.

How can one contact the authorities for more information?

Contact details are available at https://wcd.py.gov.in/contact-us.

Where can grievances be addressed regarding the scheme?

Grievances can be addressed at https://wcd.py.gov.in/ta/central-public-grievance-redress-and-monitoring-system.

How can one track the status of their application?

The application status can be tracked at https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/TrackApplication.aspx.

Can the widow apply if she is already receiving assistance under another scheme?

No, the widow should not be receiving assistance/grant under any other scheme being implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Puducherry.

What role does the Member of Legislative Assembly (M.L.A.), Member of Parliament (M.P.), or other officials play in the application process?

They need to provide a certificate affirming the applicant's widowhood and the status of the children seeking reimbursement.

Are there specific institutions approved for the technical examinations?

Yes, the child should be enrolled in an institution approved by the Government of Tamilnadu/Government of Kerala/Government of Andhra Pradesh for technical examinations.

Is there a limit on the number of months for which reimbursement is allowed?

Reimbursement is allowed for a maximum of ten months for the first attempt only.

What educational qualifications should the child possess to be eligible?

The child should have passed/appeared for SSLC/Matriculation or any equivalent examination recognized by the Education Department, Puducherry.

How is the residency requirement determined for the applicant?

The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or continuous residence for at least 5 years.