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Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana

Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana is a central government scheme run by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. Free walking sticks, hearing aids, spectacles, wheelchairs, dentures and other aids for senior citizens with age-related problems, given at camps. Who qualifies: Age 60 or more, from a BPL family or with monthly income up to ₹15,000. Applying is free on socialjustice.gov.in.

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WhereAll India (central government)
Run byMinistry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Last checked30 October 2026

What do you get under Aids for seniors?

Free walking sticks, hearing aids, spectacles, wheelchairs, dentures and other aids for senior citizens with age-related problems, given at camps.

Who is eligible for Aids for seniors?

  • Age 60 or more, from a BPL family or with monthly income up to ₹15,000.

Documents needed for Aids for seniors

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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.

How to apply for Aids for seniors

  1. Register at an assessment camp in your district (ask the district social welfare office).

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Common questions

Who is eligible for Aids for seniors?

Age 60 or more, from a BPL family or with monthly income up to ₹15,000.

How much do I get under Aids for seniors?

Free walking sticks, hearing aids, spectacles, wheelchairs, dentures and other aids for senior citizens with age-related problems, given at camps.

What documents do I need for Aids for seniors?

Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Income certificate; Ration card.

How do I apply for Aids for seniors?

Register at an assessment camp in your district (ask the district social welfare office). Official site: https://socialjustice.gov.in/

Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Aids for seniors?

No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.

Official sources

Last checked 30 October 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.

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