As a welfare measure of the Central Government, The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities has implemented a Unique Identity Card for persons with disability. The Government has taken numerous measures to protect the rights of the disabled and ensure their complete participation in the society. Every legal citizen under the Constitution of India has equal rights to avail all the benefits of the Government schemes irrespective of the ability of the beneficiary (normal/physically challenged) or the area of implementation (urban/rural).
This project was implemented with the aim to ascertain uniformity, transparency and efficiency in delivering the services to the specially challenged people by issuing a unique disability id (UDID) for each. A national database is created that encompass the unique id and the details of the cardholder.
Eligibility Criteria
As per The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, people with the following disabilities are eligible to acquire the unique id.
- Blindness
- Hearing impairment
- Cerebral Palsy
- Low vision
- Leprosy
- Mental illness
- Mental retardation
- Locomotor Disability
Benefits of Unique Identity Card for the Disabled
- he unique card contains the complete details of the user which can be decoded with a reader thus preventing the user from carrying and maintaining copies of documents.
- The UDID card will be the sole document involved in the identification, verification of the disabled for various schemes in the future replacing the multiple documents.
- It also aids in tracking the physical and financial progress of the recipient.
Document Required
The applicant should attach the following documents with application form while submitting offline, whereas scanned copies of the documents can be uploaded while applying online.
- A recent passport sized photo.
- Address Proof (Aadhar/Driving License/State Domicile etc.)
- Disability Certificate (Issued by a Competent Authority)
- Identity Proof (Aadhar Card/PAN Card/Driving License etc.)
Applying for the Unique Identity Card:
Online Application for UDID:
Step 1: Visit the official website http://www.swavlambancard.gov.in/ .
Step 2: On the home page, click Register. A registration form will appear as follows.
Step 3: If the applying person already has the disability certificate, then ‘Already having disability certificate’ should be clicked and can apply by filling the details. On the other hand, the applicant should register as a fresh case.
Step 4: The registration form requires the details such as personal details including address, disability details, employment details, identity details of the disabled person to be furnished after which the ‘Submit’ button has to be clicked.
Applying Offline
The application form can be downloaded from the official website. After filling the application form with appropriate details, it should be submitted at the District Disability Rehabilitation Centres (DDRC) along with required documents.
Application Status
The status of the application made can be tracked by entering their “Enrollment / UDID / Registration No.” On the click of Go button, the status can be tracked. If the application is approved, e-UDID Card & Disability Certificate can be downloaded after logging in.
FAQs
What is a UDID card?
A UDID card is a unique identity card issued by the Government of India to persons with disabilities (PwDs). It serves as a single document for identification and authentication of disability status.
Who is eligible for a UDID card?
Individuals with various types and degrees of disabilities, as recognized by the government, are eligible to apply for a UDID card. This includes physical disabilities, visual impairments, hearing impairments, intellectual disabilities, and multiple disabilities.
What is the purpose of the UDID card?
The primary purpose of the UDID card is to provide a means of identification for persons with disabilities, enabling them to access various government services, schemes, and entitlements. It also helps in standardizing the process of identifying disabilities across different sectors.
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