UDID Card 2026: Apply Online, Status, Download e-Card
📌Quick Facts & Summary
Key Benefit
Single card accepted for schemes, concessions and reservations.
Who Can Apply
Persons with any of the 21 disabilities under the RPwD Act, 2016.
Status / Deadline
Ties in with the Oct 2026 disability pension change (40% benchmark).
Official Portal
Helpline
See portal
Last Verified
15 October 2026
🔗 Important Action Links (Official Portals):
What is the Scheme?
One national ID and disability certificate for persons with disabilities, valid across India.
Also known as: UDID card, viklang praman patra online
Who is it for?
Persons with any of the 21 disabilities under the RPwD Act, 2016.
Benefits and Financial Assistance
| # | Key Benefit / Entitlement Details | Category / Mode |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Single card accepted for schemes, concessions and reservations. | Primary Benefit (DBT/Subsidy) |
| 2 | Online application and tracking. | Direct Support |
| 3 | Needed for many benefits, including disability pension. | Direct Support |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
- Person with a disability under the RPwD Act.
Documents Needed
Keep the following documents ready before submitting your application:
- ✓ Photo
- ✓ Signature / thumb impression
- ✓ Aadhaar / address proof
- ✓ Existing disability certificate (if any)
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
- Apply on swavlambancard.gov.in.
- Get assessed by the medical authority on the given date.
- Card is sent by post; e-card downloadable.
How to Apply Offline
- Apply at the district hospital / CMO office.
How to Check Application / Payment Status
- Track on the portal with enrolment number.
Official Website and Helpline Numbers
| Official Portal | https://www.swavlambancard.gov.in ↗ |
|---|---|
| Helpline / Contact | See portal |
| Nodal Ministry | Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment |
Important Dates & Milestones
Ongoing. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ Is UDID free?
Yes.
❓ Do I need a new certificate if I have one?
You can enter it; the system issues UDID after verification.
❓ How long does it take?
Depends on the medical board date.
❓ Is 40% disability needed?
Benefits like pensions and quotas mostly use 40% benchmark disability.
Sources & Official References
All facts on this page were verified on 15 October 2026 from the following official government sources:
Fact-Check Verification: This scheme entry was reviewed and fact-checked by Abhishek (govtschemes.net) using official PIB releases, ministry guidelines, and gazette records.
If you notice any outdated rule or change, please report a correction.
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