One-Time Grant to Soldiers Conferred with Vishisht Seva Medal Award 2026: One-time financial assistance for Uttarakhand soldiers
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Quick answer
The scheme gives a one‑time financial grant of ₹75,000 to ₹2,00,000 to serving soldiers and ex‑servicemen of Uttarakhand who have received the Vishisht Seva Medal. Eligible applicants must be residents of Uttarakhand. Apply by filling the form at the District Sainik Welfare Office and submitting required documents.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹75,000 to ₹2,00,000 one‑time grant |
| Ministry / department | State Sainik Board |
| Level | State Government (Uttarakhand) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
The One‑Time Grant to Soldiers Conferred with Vishisht Seva Medal Award is a state‑level scheme run by the State Sainik Board of Uttarakhand. It provides a one‑time financial assistance to serving soldiers and ex‑servicemen who have been honoured with the Vishisht Seva Medal. The grant is disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfer after verification of the application and required documents.
Benefits
- One‑time grant ranging from ₹75,000 to ₹2,00,000
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Resident of Uttarakhand
- Serving soldier or ex‑serviceman awarded Vishisht Seva Medal
Documents required
- Aadhaar Card of the applicant
- PAN Card
- Photocopy of bank passbook and cancelled cheque
- Identity card of the dependent (if the applicant is a dependent)
- Domicile certificate of Uttarakhand
- Affidavit (on ₹10 stamp paper) declaring that the applicant has not received, and will not receive in the future, the one‑time grant/annuity payable on the gallantry medal from any other state
- Photocopy of discharge book (if the applicant is an ex‑serviceman)
- Copy of the Gazette Notification regarding conferment of 'Vishisht Seva Medal Award'
How to apply
- 1Obtain the application form from the District Sainik Welfare Office
- 2Fill the form and attach all required documents
- 3Submit the completed form to the concerned District Sainik Welfare Office
- 4After verification, the approved amount is paid via Direct Benefit Transfer
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?+
Serving soldiers or ex‑servicemen of Uttarakhand who have been conferred with the Vishisht Seva Medal are eligible.
Is residency in Uttarakhand mandatory for applying?+
Yes. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
What is the financial benefit provided under the scheme?+
The scheme provides a one‑time financial grant ranging from a minimum of ₹75,000 to a maximum of ₹2,00,000.
Where can the application form be obtained?+
The application form can be obtained from the District Sainik Welfare Office.
Where should the application form be submitted?+
The filled application form along with required documents must be submitted at the concerned District Sainik Welfare Office.
Is an affidavit required with the application?+
Yes. An affidavit on ₹10 stamp paper is required stating that the applicant has not received and will not receive the one‑time grant/annuity from any other state.
How is the grant amount disbursed?+
The grant amount is disbursed directly to the applicant’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
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