ADIP Scheme
Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids and Appliances
Max Support
₹8,000
Per aid/appliance
Income Limit
₹30K
Monthly family income
Beneficiaries
2.5L+
Annually assisted
Processing
30 Days
Average approval time
What is ADIP Scheme?
The Assistance to Disabled Persons (ADIP) scheme is a Central Government initiative that provides financial assistance to persons with disabilities for purchasing aids and appliances. The scheme aims to promote physical, social, and psychological rehabilitation by providing assistive devices that reduce the effect of disabilities and enhance independent living.
Launched
1981 by Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Coverage
All states and union territories in India
Eligibility Criteria
Check if you qualify for ADIP scheme benefits
Basic Requirements
Disability Percentage
Minimum 40% disability certified by government medical board
Age Limit
No age limit (benefits available from birth to old age)
Citizenship
Indian citizen with valid identity documents
Medical Fitness
Physically and mentally fit to use the aid/appliance
Income Criteria
Family Income
Monthly family income should not exceed ₹30,000
Income Certificate
Valid income certificate from competent authority required
BPL Card Holders
Below Poverty Line card holders get priority
Special Cases
Relaxation for war veterans and their dependents
Covered Aids & Appliances
Wide range of assistive devices covered under ADIP scheme
Mobility Aids
- • Wheelchairs (manual & motorized)
- • Walking sticks & crutches
- • Walkers & rollators
- • Tricycles
- • Standing frames
- • Transfer boards
Max Support: ₹8,000
Hearing Aids
- • Digital hearing aids
- • Analog hearing aids
- • Bone conduction aids
- • FM systems
- • Cochlear implants
- • Hearing aid accessories
Max Support: ₹8,000
Visual Aids
- • White canes
- • Magnifiers
- • Braille slates & stylus
- • Talking calculators
- • DAISY players
- • Screen readers
Max Support: ₹8,000
Prosthetics
- • Artificial limbs
- • Prosthetic hands
- • Prosthetic legs
- • Cosmetic prosthetics
- • Myoelectric prosthetics
- • Orthotic devices
Max Support: ₹8,000
Important Notes
- • Each beneficiary can avail assistance for multiple aids if needed
- • Aids must be purchased from ALIMCO or empaneled manufacturers
- • Replacement of aids is allowed after 5 years of purchase
- • Quality standards as per Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) must be met
Application Process
Step-by-step guide to apply for ADIP scheme benefits
Online Application
Fill Application Form
Complete the online application form with accurate details
Upload Documents
Upload scanned copies of all required documents
Submit & Track
Submit application and track status using reference number
Offline Application
Download Form
Download ADIP application form from official website
Fill Form
Complete the form in block letters with accurate information
Attach Documents
Attach all required documents with the application form
Submit to Office
Submit to District Disability Rehabilitation Officer
Required Documents
Complete checklist of documents needed for ADIP application
Mandatory Documents
Disability Certificate
Issued by government medical board (40%+ disability)
Income Certificate
Valid income certificate from competent authority
Aadhaar Card
Copy of Aadhaar card for identity verification
Bank Details
Bank account details and cancelled cheque
Passport Photos
Recent passport size photographs
Additional Documents
Medical Prescription
Doctor's prescription for the required aid/appliance
Age Proof
Birth certificate or school leaving certificate
Address Proof
Voter ID, utility bill, or ration card
BPL Card (if applicable)
Below Poverty Line card for priority processing
Caste Certificate
If applicable for reserved categories
Processing Timeline
Expected timeline for ADIP scheme application processing
Application Submission
Day 0 - Submit complete application with all documents
Document Verification
Days 1-7 - Verification of submitted documents by authorities
Medical Assessment
Days 8-15 - Medical assessment and aid requirement evaluation
Approval & Sanction
Days 16-30 - Final approval and sanction letter issuance
Contact Information
Get help with your ADIP scheme application
ADIP Helpline
1800-233-5956
Toll-free helpline (9 AM - 6 PM)
ALIMCO Office
A-77, Sector-49, NOIDA
Uttar Pradesh - 201301
0120-2515353
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