{"id":182707,"date":"2023-04-26T10:55:17","date_gmt":"2023-04-26T05:25:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nayi-disha.org\/article\/"},"modified":"2025-05-02T15:20:06","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T09:50:06","slug":"what-is-udid-card-a-quick-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stage.nayi-disha.org\/article\/certificates-schemes\/what-is-udid-card-a-quick-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"What is UDID card? \u2013 A quick guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>What is the UDID card?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UDID <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nayi-disha.org\/article\/udid-for-people-with-disabilities\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unique Disability ID (UDID)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> card is a government-issued identification card for persons with disabilities.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It is meant to make life easier by providing a single document that helps access different types of support, benefits, and services offered by the Government of India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before the UDID project, individuals with disabilities had to manage many different documents depending on the benefits they were applying for. This could be confusing and difficult.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UDID card solves this problem by combining important information into one card that can be used anywhere in India.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The project was started by the <\/span><b>Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is a part of the <\/span><b>Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Their goal is to create a single, national system for issuing both the <\/span>Disability Certificate and the <a href=\"https:\/\/nayi-disha.org\/article\/udid-for-people-with-disabilities\/\">\u0915\u093e\u0930\u094d\u0921<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making the process simpler, faster, and more transparent.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Who can get a UDID?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anyone with a disability mentioned in the <\/span><b>Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act, 2016<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can apply for a UDID card.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This law recognizes a wide range of disabilities, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Developmental disabilities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nayi-disha.org\/article\/early-signs-autism-children-upto-5-years-age\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">autism spectrum disorder,<\/span><\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/nayi-disha.org\/article\/what-is-intellectual-disabilityid-a-quick-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">intellectual disability<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u0914\u0930<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nayi-disha.org\/article\/lets-talk-about-specific-learning-disabilities\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> specific learning disabilities<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Sensory disabilities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (such as hearing impairment and visual impairment)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Physical disabilities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (such as cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, or limb loss)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mental health conditions<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (such as mental illness and psychosocial disability)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial; font-family: inherit;\">\u090f\u0915\u093e\u0927\u093f\u0915 \u0935\u093f\u0915\u0932\u093e\u0902\u0917\u0924\u093e<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (when a person experiences two or more disabilities together)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is important to note that disability is a natural part of human diversity. The UDID system aims to respect this and create better access to rights and opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Why is the UDID card important?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UDID card is more than just an identity document. It helps in many ways:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Easier proof of eligibility<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: You can easily show that you are eligible for various government schemes, services, and concessions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Access to multiple benefits<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: With the UDID card, you can apply for travel discounts, educational support, healthcare benefits, employment opportunities, and more.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>One card, less paperwork<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Instead of carrying different documents for different schemes, you only need your UDID card.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nationwide recognition<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The UDID card is valid across all Indian states and union territories, so you don&#8217;t need to get new certificates if you move.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Better inclusion<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: For individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities, the UDID card is often the first step to accessing the support they need in schools, hospitals, offices, and other spaces.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<b style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial; font-family: inherit;\"><\/b><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to apply for a UDID card?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The UDID card application process is completely online, making it easier and faster to apply.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how you can do it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Visit the official website<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Go to<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.swavlambancard.gov.in\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">swavlambancard.gov.in<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Register<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Create a login ID and password.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fill in the application form<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Enter your basic details, disability-related information, and contact details.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Upload documents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Attach scanned copies of the necessary documents (list below).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Submit the application<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Review everything carefully and submit your application.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re unsure about any step, Nayi Disha has created a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nayi-disha.org\/article\/how-to-apply-for-udid\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">step-by-step video guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can watch.It explains the process in a simple and clear way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What documents will you need?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To complete your registration, you\u2019ll typically need:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Aadhaar Card<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or other identity proof<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Recent passport-size photograph<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Proof of disability<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (such as a medical report, Disability Certificate, or hospital records)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Address proof<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (like a utility bill, ration card, or voter ID)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a full list and extra tips, you can read our detailed article on <a style=\"font-size: revert; font-family: inherit;\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1gh22WLCSureYfP7fPqVqWNq-eWdVW_QvandJAfaKEK8\/edit?tab=t.0\">UDID documentation<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also recommend checking out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nayi-disha.org\/article\/how-apply-disability-certificate-india\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">presentation on the Disability Certificate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, since this certificate is often needed as part of the UDID application.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What happens after you register?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you have submitted your application:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Document verification<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Your uploaded documents will be checked by a medical authority.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Medical assessment (if needed)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> In some cases, you may be invited for a medical check-up to confirm details about your disability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Approval<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If everything is correct, your Disability Certificate and UDID card will be generated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b style=\"font-size: revert; color: initial; font-family: inherit;\">Download and print<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<br \/>\n<\/span>You can download your e-UDID card online once it is issued, or you may receive a physical copy depending on your location.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can track the status of your application anytime on the<a style=\"font-size: revert; font-family: inherit;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.swavlambancard.gov.in\"> Swavlambancard portal<\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Need more support?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need extra help or have questions, Nayi Disha\u2019s <\/span><b>Know Your Rights (KYR) programme<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is here to support you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Through the KYR programme, you can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get easy-to-understand information about government schemes and benefits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn about your child\u2019s legal rights and entitlements<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understand financial, education, and healthcare options<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan better for your child&#8217;s future well-being<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<b style=\"font-size: revert; 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