Back to Schemes
Social welfare & Empowerment

Maintenance Allowance to Severely Affected Persons

The 'Maintenance Allowance to Severely Affected Persons' scheme was launched by the Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons. The scheme aims to provide a maintenance allowance to the severely affected persons who cannot be rehabilitated by any other assistance.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Tamil Nadu

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance of ₹2,000/- per month. | NOTE: The allowance is sent through ECS to their accounts directly from the Treasury.

Who can apply

The Locomotor disabled persons who cannot be rehabilitated through any other scheme.; The percentage of disability should be more than 75%.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Which department has launched this scheme?

The scheme for maintenance allowance for severely affected persons appears to be launched by the Department of Welfare of the Differently Abled

What are the main benefits of this scheme?

Financial Assistance: Severe affected persons receive a monthly maintenance allowance of [?]2,000, providing financial support for their needs.

What is the main purpose of the scheme?

The main purpose of the scheme for maintenance allowance to severely affected persons is to provide financial assistance and support to individuals with significant disabilities who cannot be rehabilitated through other assistance programs.

Who will be covered under this scheme?

Severely Affected Persons individuals with severe disabilities, typically with a disability percentage of more than 75%,

How is the maintenance allowance disbursed to eligible severely affected persons?

The maintenance allowance is disbursed directly to the bank accounts of eligible severely affected persons through ECS from the Treasury.

Is there any specific grievance redressal mechanism for issues related to the maintenance allowance?

Grievances related to the maintenance allowance should be addressed to the Assistant Director (DAW) at the Commissionerate for Welfare of the Differently abled No.5, Kamarajar Salai, Chennai - 600 005.

Can severely affected persons receive other assistance along with the maintenance allowance?

Severely affected persons who cannot be rehabilitated through any other scheme are eligible for the maintenance allowance.

Is there an age limit for receiving the maintenance allowance for severely affected persons?

There is no specified age limit for receiving the maintenance allowance for severely affected persons.

Is there a deadline for submitting the application for the maintenance allowance?

A deadline for submitting the application for the maintenance allowance is not mentioned.

Can the maintenance allowance be transferred to a joint bank account?

The maintenance allowance cannot be transferred to a joint bank account.