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Artificial Limbs/Assistive Equipments Scheme

"Artificial Limbs/Assistive Equipments Scheme" was started by the Uttar Pradesh State government for persons with disabilities.

Authority

State

Region

Uttar Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- The maximum amount of financial grant will be Rs.8,000/- for the purchase of artificial limbs and auxiliary equipment for person with disabilities. | - In case of multi-disability or persons with disabilities who need more than one assistance/aid equipment, they will be provided with a maximum of Rs.10,000/- financial grant in one go.

Who can apply

Any person with a disability of any age who is the resident of Uttar Pradesh.; Such person with disability, whose minimum disability is 40% and should be certified by Competent Authority of State Government.; In the state of mental retardation, the state of the blocked or incomplete development of the mind which is specially characterized by abnormalities of growth, which has been certified by the competent authority.; Medical Officer has recommended for the artificial limbs / accessories required for Person with Disabilities.; Such person with disabilities who are not benefited by the Indian Government/State Government/Local Bodies in last three years for equipment. However, for the regular students of any educational institution this limit will be for one year.; The annual income of the applicant or his family is within the definition of the poverty line (currently fixed at Rs. 46,080/- in rural areas and Rs. 56,460/- per family per year in urban areas) will be eligible for the grant.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the scope of this scheme?

"Artificial Limbs/Assistive Equipments Scheme" was started by the Uttar Pradesh State government for persons with disabilities.

What are the benefits under the scheme ?

- The maximum amount of financial grant will be Rs.8,000/- for the purchase of artificial limbs and auxiliary equipment for persons with disabilities. | - In case of multi-disability or persons with disabilities who need more than one assistance/aid equipment, they will be provided with a maximum of Rs.10,000/- financial grant in one go.

Who can get the benefits of the scheme ?

Any person with a disability who is a resident of Uttar Pradesh.

Is there any eligibility percentage of disability?

Minimum disability is 40% and should be certified by the Competent Authority of the State Government.

From which age group person may apply for the scheme ?

Any age group.

What the maximum annual income criteria for urban resident person ?

Urban Residence Person should be under Rs. 56,460/- per annum.

What The Maximum Annual Income Criteria For rural Resident Person ?

Rural Residence Person Should Be Under Rs. 46,080/- Per Annum.

Can Beneficiaries of other pension scheme get the benefit of this scheme ?

- Only Such persons with disabilities who are not benefited from the Indian Government/State Government/Local Bodies in the last three years for equipment. | - However, for the regular students of any educational institution this limit will be for one year.

How to apply for the scheme ?

Persons with disabilities can apply through the Office of the PWD Empowerment Officer /Jan Suvidha Kendra/Lokvani Kendra.

What documents are needed ?

- Photo. . | - Residence/domicile certificate. | - Certificate of disability. | - Caste Certificate (if belonging to Scheduled Castes / Backward Classes). | - Income certificate. | - Medical report.