What is About AWWA Grant and Who can Apply ?
The Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA) runs a cluster of welfare schemes for families of Army personnel. The Education & Technical Scholarship is one of its flagship programmes. It is wholly funded by AWWA and targets two broad beneficiary groups:
- Widows of soldiers who retired from the Army – support is extended to their children.
- Soldiers invalided out of service on medical grounds who receive no pension – support is extended to their children.
The scheme is deliberately flexible: the AWWA President may approve “any other deserving case” not covered by the routine rules.
Eligibility Criteria for AWWA Grant at a Glance
| Eligible Student Category | Parent’s Status | Pension Drawn? | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children of widows after the soldier’s retirement | Retired soldier, now deceased | N/A | Up to two children in a family each year |
| Children with special needs of such widows | Same as above | N/A | Same rates as normal students |
| Children of disabled soldiers invalided out on medical grounds | Invalided soldier, living | No pension | Up to two children |
| Children of the above two groups pursuing technical / professional studies | See note (d) below | See below | Separate technical‑education grant (max ₹ 50,000) |
| Any other deserving case | — | — | Subject to President AWWA’s discretion |
3. Scholarship Rates (Academic Year Basis)
| Sl. No. | Class / Course | Rate (₹) per Child | Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| (i) | I – VIII | 10,000 | Upto two children |
| (ii) | IX – XII | 14,000 | ″ |
| (iii) | Graduation (UG) | 20,000 | ″ |
| (iv) | Post‑Graduation (PG) | 25,000 | ″ |
| (v) | Professional / Technical courses* | 50,000 | ″ |
*“Professional courses” includes engineering, medical, management, B.Ed, diploma, ITI, etc.
4. Special Provisions
- Children with Disabilities – The same slab rates apply.
- Technical Education Grant (Rule d) – For children pursuing professional/higher/technical studies where the parent draws no pension, AWWA will reimburse the entire tuition fee up to ₹ 50,000 from its Technical Education Fund.
- President’s Discretion – Unique hardship or merit cases can be approved ad hoc.
5. Required Documents (to be attached with every claim)
- Copy of Widow / Dependant Identity Card
- Attested copy of Discharge Certificate of the soldier
- Copy of PPO (where applicable)
- For the student:
- School / College identity card
- Previous academic year’s mark‑sheet
- Current academic year tuition‑fee deposit receipt
Tip: Submit clear legible photocopies; self‑attest where an authorised attestation is unavailable.
6. Application & Disbursement Workflow
- Collect and collate documents listed above.
- Fill in the AWWA Education Grant form (available via local AWWA Cell, Station HQ or online if hosted).
- Forward through the station AWWA representative or designated welfare officer to the regional HQ.
- AWWA HQ scrutiny & sanction – funds released directly to the beneficiary’s bank account or via cheque.
- Renewal every academic year – fresh fee receipts & mark‑sheets must accompany each renewal request.
7. Key Points to Remember
- Per‑family ceiling – only two children can draw the grant in any one academic year.
- Grants are annual, not automatic – re‑apply each year.
- Keep originals handy for verification; only copies are sent with the dossier.
- Ensure bank and contact details are current; delays often stem from mismatched information.
- For technical‑course students under Rule (d), ensure the full tuition‑fee receipt is enclosed – reimbursement is capped at ₹ 50,000 but processed on actuals.
8. Contact & Support
Approach the Station AWWA Office or your unit’s Welfare Wing first. Escalate unresolved queries to:
AWWA Headquarters, New Delhi
– Welfare & Grants Section
– E‑mail / Helpline (as circulated annually in AWWA directory)
Conclusion
The AWWA Education & Technical Scholarship stands out for its inclusive ethos—supporting widows after retirement and medically disabled soldiers who receive no pension, while also factoring in special‑needs children and exceptional circumstances. With a transparent slab system, a generous technical‑education top‑up, and the President’s discretionary window, the grant ensures that financial hardship does not derail the academic journey of a soldier’s child. Eligible families should organise their documents early each academic year to capitalise on this valuable benefit.
