Persons With Disabilities Scheme In Colleges: Financial Assistance To Visually Challenged Teachers

The Scheme has been formulated to help visually challenged permanent teachers to pursue teaching and research with the help of a Reader and by using teaching and learning aids by way of providing Reader’s Allowance and funds for the purchase of Braille books, recorded materials etc.

Central Government | subsidy | education

Benefits

Rs. 36,000 per annum for payment to reader, purchase of Braille books/materials, recorded materials, and research/teaching equipment

Administered by Ministry Of Social Justice and Empowerment

Eligible categories: PwD

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Scheme details may change over time. Please verify eligibility and benefits on official government websites. For help applying, visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC) or contact your elected representative.