Program brief
| Benefit | The scheme provides financial assistance of up to Rs. 15,000 for media persons in Puducherry to... |
|---|---|
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
| Level | State, Puducherry |
| Field | Science, IT & Communications |
| How to apply | Offline |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The scheme provides financial assistance of up to Rs. 15,000 for media persons in Puducherry to purchase laptops or desktop computers. There is no specified deadline for applications. Interested individuals should apply to the Department of Information and Publicity, Puducherry.

This scheme aims to support media persons in Puducherry by providing financial aid for purchasing laptops or desktop computers.
It is managed by the Information and Publicity Department of Puducherry.
The financial assistance is intended to acknowledge the essential role of media in promoting socio-political awareness.
Eligible individuals can receive up to Rs. 15,000 for their purchase.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
Award value:
- Up to Rs. 15,000
The assistance is provided as a one-time payment for the purchase of either a brand new desktop or laptop. The payment is made directly to the applicant after they submit the required receipt.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 80 years
- State
- Puducherry
Eligibility:
- Academic: Must have served for five years in specified media roles.
- Age: 18 to 80 years.
- Income: No specific income limit mentioned.
- Category: Must be a citizen of India and a resident of Puducherry for at least ten years.
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Qualifies
Does not qualify
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Application steps
Application steps:
- Write a formal letter applying for the financial assistance.
- Attach copies of all required documents, self-attested if needed.
- Submit the application to the Director, Department of Information & Publicity, Puducherry.
Common application errors
Common application errors:
- Not providing the required service certificate from the previous employer.
- Missing the verification of the nationality certificate.
- Failing to attach the original purchase bill of the laptop/desktop.
Questions and answers
Who qualifies as a media person under this scheme?
A media person is someone who holds a Press Identification Card issued by the Directorate of Information and Publicity, Puducherry.
What is the maximum financial assistance available?
The scheme provides financial assistance up to Rs. 15,000.
How is the financial assistance disbursed?
The Member Secretary-cum-Director arranges for the payment through a crossed cheque or demand draft.
Can used computers be purchased with this assistance?
Yes, the scheme allows for the purchase of either new or used laptops or desktop computers.
Is there a specific employment status required for applicants?
The scheme does not specify if applicants must be currently employed, but they must have five years of service in relevant media roles.
What happens if an applicant has changed residence within Puducherry?
Changing residence within Puducherry does not affect eligibility as long as they have maintained continuous residence for ten years.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Citizen's Charter py.gov.in, PDF
- Contact Us info.py.gov.in
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