Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana — Free Assistive Devices for BPL Elderly — Eligibility, Documents & Apply 2026

iAbout This Scheme

Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana provides free assistive living devices to BPL senior citizens suffering from age-related disabilities. Devices are distributed at district-level camps conducted by ALIMCO (Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation) to help elderly lead dignified, independent lives.

🎁Key Benefits

Free walking sticks, elbow crutches, walkers, tripods
Free hearing aids
Free wheelchair
Free spectacles
Free artificial dentures
All devices provided at no cost at district camps

✅Eligibility Criteria

1
Senior citizens aged 60+ from BPL households
2
Having age-related disability/ailment (low vision, hearing loss, mobility impairment, loss of teeth)

Min Age

60 years

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📝How to Apply

1

Registration at Camp

Visit ALIMCO/district-level assessment camp announced by WCD/Social Welfare office

2

Medical Assessment

Medical team assesses the disability and prescribes appropriate device

3

Device Distribution

Eligible senior citizen receives the device free at the camp itself

4

Follow-up Support

ALIMCO provides post-distribution support for fitting and adjustment

❓Frequently Asked Questions

Who distributes the devices?

ALIMCO (Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation of India) under MoSJE.

Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana — Free Assistive Devices for BPL Elderly

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🎁Key Benefits

✅Eligibility Criteria

📝How to Apply

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