ADIP – Assistive Devices
Assistance to Persons with Disabilities for Purchase/Fitting of Aids & Appliances
The ADIP Scheme is a Government of India scheme that provides assistance to eligible Persons with Disabilities for obtaining aids and assistive devices. The main objective is to improve independence, mobility, communication and day-to-day functioning of persons with disabilities. The scheme is implemented through agencies such as ALIMCO, National Institutes, CRCs, DDRCs, State Corporations and eligible NGOs
Who Can Benefit?
The scheme can benefit children and adults with disabilities, subject to the current eligibility criteria and assessment. For children with special needs, assistive devices can support:
- Mobility and movement
- Hearing and communication
- Vision
- Daily living activities
- Education and participation
- Independent functioning
Eligibility
Under the current ADIP guidelines, the key eligibility requirements include:
- Indian citizen of any age
- 40% or more disability as per the applicable criteria
- Valid UDID Card / UDID Enrollment Number with Disability Certificate
- Aadhaar / applicable identification
- Monthly income from all sources not exceeding ₹30,000
- For dependents, parents/guardians’ income is considered
- Assistance for the same purpose should not have been received within the prescribed period
What Assistive Devices Can Be Provided?
Depending on the disability and assessment, approved aids and appliances may include:
🦽 Wheelchairs & Tricycles
🩼 Walking Aids & Crutches
🦿 Artificial Limbs & Orthotic Devices
👂 Hearing Aids
👁️ Visual Aids
📱 Approved assistive technology devices
🧰 Other approved rehabilitation & assistive devices
The Government maintains a comprehensive approved list of aids and assistive devices, which may be updated from time to time.
Documents Required
Generally, applicants should keep:
- UDID Card / UDID Enrollment Number
- Disability Certificate
- Aadhaar Card / applicable ID
- Address Proof
- Income Certificate
- Recent Photograph
- Undertaking regarding previous assistance
- Other documents, if required by the implementing agency
How to Apply for ADIP?
Applications can be processed through the ARJUN/ADIP platform and authorised implementing agencies, depending on the applicable process.
The application and distribution process broadly follows:
Important for Parents
The device is provided according to the beneficiary’s functional needs and assessment. Having a disability certificate does not mean that every device is automatically available.
For children, the applicable rules can differ from adults, so parents should check the latest Government guidelines before applying.
ADIP & ALIMCO – What’s the Difference?
ADIP is the Government scheme that provides assistance for eligible aids and appliances. ALIMCO is one of the major implementing organisations through which assistive devices are manufactured/supplied and distributed.
ADIP = Scheme
ALIMCO = Major Implementing Organisation
Official ADIP Portal
For the latest eligibility, approved devices, application process and implementing agencies, always check the official Government portal.
ADIP / ARJUN Portal:
Visit Official ADIP Portal
DEPwD – Government of India:
Visit DEPwD
Important Note
ADIP guidelines, eligibility conditions, approved devices and assistance limits can change. Always verify the latest information on the official Government portal before applying.
