ADIP Scheme

SCHEME OF ASSISTANCE TO PERSONS with Disabilities FOR PURCHASE/FITTING OF AIDS/APPLIANCES (ADIP SCHEME)

The ADIP Scheme provides aids and assistive devices to Divyangjan for their empowerment, rehabilitation and independent living
It is a Central Sector Scheme, operational since 1981 and last revised on 26.09.2024.
A centralized online platform for certification ensuring nationwide uniformity.
Assistance is provided through various Implementing Agencies, including ALIMCO, National Institutes, NGOs/VOs, Hospitals, DDRCs and other eligible organisations.

The Scheme provides various aids and assistive devices, including Hearing Aids, Motorised Tricycles/Wheelchairs, Artificial Limbs/Prostheses/Orthoses, TLM Kits, Smartphones/Magnifiers and other devices as per the comprehensive list.
Financial assistance: Up to ₹15,000 for aids and assistive devices once in 3 years; up to ₹30,000 for high-end prostheses; and subsidy up to ₹50,000 for motorised tricycles/motorised wheelchairs once in 5 years.

Government organisations may submit proposals directly to the Department, while NGOs/VOs may apply through the e-Anudaan Portal for Grant-in-Aid under the Scheme.

The beneficiary should have a UDID Card/UDID Enrolment Number with at least 40% disability certificate and Aadhaar/Aadhaar Enrolment Number.
100% subsidy: Monthly family income up to ₹22,500
50% subsidy: Monthly family income ₹22,501–₹30,000

Eligible beneficiaries can approach the nearest Implementing Agency, Pradhan Mantri Divyasha-Vayoshri Kendra (PMD-VK) or submit an online request through the ARJUN Portal