Disability Relief Allowance Scheme 2026

This scheme aims to boost disabled individuals who excel in the Civil Services Exams conducted by UPSC Read More... and MPPSC, offering financial rewards at different stages. Read less

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Looking to crack the tough Civil Services Examinations? If you're a person with a disability residing in Madhya Pradesh, this scheme is designed to support your journey.

What is the Civil Services Incentive Scheme for Persons with Disabilities?

Launched by the Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department of the Madhya Pradesh Government on August 8, 2008, this initiative provides financial incentives. It's a way to acknowledge and encourage persons with disabilities who successfully clear stages of the Civil Services Examination, whether conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) or the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC).

Who is this scheme for?

The scheme is for disabled candidates who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh and have a significant level of disability. It's specifically for those who achieve success in the preliminary, main, or final selection stages of the UPSC and MPPSC Civil Services Examinations.

Why is this scheme important?

This scheme plays a crucial role in empowering individuals with disabilities by providing them with financial support as they progress in their pursuit of a career in civil services. It recognizes their efforts and helps remove some financial barriers they might face, encouraging greater participation from this segment of society in public administration.

Objective

This scheme aims to boost disabled individuals who excel in the Civil Services Exams conducted by UPSC and MPPSC, offering financial rewards at different stages.

Benefits

Following is the assistance provided:

Pensioners with 40-69% disability ₹1150/- per month
Pensioners with 70% disability or more ₹1700/- per month
Pensioners with disability aged 70 years or more ₹1500/- per month

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Guidelines

Who Can Apply?

You must be a native of Madhya Pradesh.
You need to have a disability of 40% or more. This is defined as per Section-2 of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995.
You should have passed any stage – be it the preliminary, main examination, or final selection – of the Civil Services Examination conducted by either UPSC or MPPSC.
Your application needs to be submitted within 6 months after the results of the examination stage you cleared are announced.
Please note that the incentive is given only once per candidate for each stage of the examination.

How to Apply

To apply for this scheme, you need to submit the application form in the prescribed format. This form should be sent to the office of the Joint Director or Deputy Director of the Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department in your district.

Documents You'll Need

A recent passport-size photograph.
Your Aadhaar card for identity verification.
Domicile certificate of Madhya Pradesh to prove you are a resident.
A valid disability certificate issued by a competent authority.
For the first application (prelims), you'll need a letter from the commission and a copy of your mark sheet for clearing the preliminary examination.
For the second application (mains), you'll need a letter from the commission and a copy of your mark sheet for clearing the main examination.
For the final application (selection), a copy of the letter from the commission confirming your final selection in the civil services.
Your Samagra ID.
Your bank passbook or relevant bank account details.
Any other documents that may be required.

FAQ’s

Can someone from outside Madhya Pradesh apply for this scheme?

No, this scheme is exclusively for individuals who are permanent residents of Madhya Pradesh.

What's the timeline to apply after the exam results are out?

You have a window of 6 months from the date your examination result is declared to submit your application.

If I qualify in both UPSC and MPPSC exams, can I claim incentives for both?

Yes, the scheme allows candidates who qualify in either or both examinations to receive the eligible incentives as per the scheme's guidelines.

How do I know if I meet the disability criteria?

You must have a disability of 40% or more, as defined under Section-2 of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995. You will need a certificate from a competent authority to prove this.

What is the main goal of this incentive scheme?

The primary aim is to offer financial encouragement to disabled candidates who achieve success at different stages of the Civil Services Examination conducted by UPSC and MPPSC.

What are the specific financial rewards available under this scheme?

You can receive ₹20,000 for passing the preliminary exam, ₹30,000 for clearing the main exam, and ₹20,000 upon final selection. This incentive is provided once for each stage.

How will I receive the incentive money?

The financial incentive will be directly transferred to your registered bank account.

Which specific exams does this scheme cover?

This scheme covers the Civil Services Examination conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC).

What is the application procedure for this scheme?

You need to fill out the prescribed application form and submit it to the district office of the Social Justice and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities Department, specifically to the Joint Director or Deputy Director.