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District Disability Rehabilitation Centres (DDRCs)

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This profile has been independently compiled from official gazette notifications and verified web domains. Source Authority Link: depwd.gov.in Authority: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment • State/Region: Central Scheme (All India) • Last Audited: 06 Sep 2026

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District-level centres providing comprehensive rehabilitation services, assistive devices, and UDID registration for persons with benchmark disabilities across India.

Detailed Summary

Scheme Overview

The District Disability Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC) scheme is a Central Government initiative implemented by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) to create infrastructure for rehabilitation services at the district level. The scheme aims to facilitate the delivery of comprehensive rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities (PwDs) in rural and underserved areas.

Service Delivery Model

DDRCs are typically established within the premises of District Hospitals or Chief Medical Officer offices to ensure accessibility. They function through a multi-disciplinary team comprising a Medical Officer, Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, Prosthetist/Orthotist, Audiologist/Speech Therapist, Clinical Psychologist, and Social Worker.

Core Functions

  • Early identification and intervention through screening camps.
  • Provision of therapeutic services: physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy.
  • Fitment, repair, and maintenance of assistive devices (prosthetics, orthotics, hearing aids, wheelchairs).
  • Facilitation of Unique Disability Identity (UDID) card registration and certification.
  • Referral services for surgical correction and specialized care.
  • Awareness generation and sensitization of stakeholders.

Key Benefits & Financial Assistance

Comparison Criteria Benefits
Key Benefits
  • Free clinical assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and therapeutic intervention (physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy).
  • Free fitment, trial, and training of prosthetic and orthotic appliances (artificial limbs, calipers, splints).
  • Free provision and fitting of assistive devices such as hearing aids, wheelchairs, tricycles, and crutches under ADIP scheme convergence.
  • Facilitation of UDID card application, renewal, and correction services at no cost.
  • Free issuance of disability certificates by the notified Medical Authority stationed at or visiting the DDRC.
  • Free referral and follow-up services for corrective surgeries at empanelled higher institutions.
  • Free counselling, vocational guidance, and community-based rehabilitation support.

Eligibility Criteria Profile

Comparison Criteria Eligibility
Minimum Age Limit 0 Years or above
Physical Disability Required (PwD Only)
Domicile State All India (Central Scheme)

Application Process Guide

  1. Visit the District Disability Rehabilitation Centre (DDRC) located in the District Hospital or CMO office during working hours (typically 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday).
  2. Approach the Reception/Registration Counter and provide basic demographic details for Outpatient Department (OPD) registration.
  3. Undergo clinical assessment by the Medical Officer and relevant therapists (Physiotherapist, Audiologist, Psychologist) as per disability type.
  4. Obtain prescription for required therapy, assistive device, or surgical referral from the Medical Officer.
  5. For assistive devices: Submit application in prescribed format (Form-IV under ADIP) with photograph, disability certificate/UDID card, income certificate, and residence proof to the Prosthetist/Orthotist.
  6. Attend measurement/trial sessions for custom fabrication of prosthetics/orthotics; collect device upon final fitment and gait training.
  7. For UDID registration: Submit Form-IV (Application for Disability Certificate/UDID) with required documents to the UDID facilitation desk; track status online via udid.gov.in.

Common FAQs regarding this Yojana

No. All clinical assessments, therapeutic sessions, counselling, UDID facilitation, and disability certification services at DDRCs are provided completely free of cost. Assistive devices are also provided free of cost to eligible beneficiaries under the ADIP scheme convergence.

While primary jurisdiction is the host district, DDRCs generally do not deny clinical consultation or therapy to non-residents. However, for issuance of disability certificates, UDID cards, and free assistive devices (ADIP), the beneficiary must be a resident of the concerned district or state as per the respective scheme guidelines.

Fabrication timelines vary by device complexity. Standard orthotics (calipers, splints) typically take 7-14 working days. Custom prosthetic limbs (above-knee, below-knee) may require 3-6 weeks for fabrication, trial fitting, alignment, and final gait training before delivery.

The list of sanctioned and functional DDRCs with addresses and contact details is available on the DEPwD website (depwd.gov.in) under 'Schemes > DDRC'. Alternatively, contact the District Collector's office, Chief Medical Officer (CMO), or the DEPwD helpline (011-24369027).

The DDRC facilitates the process. The Medical Authority (notified by the State Government) conducts the assessment and issues the Disability Certificate. The DDRC staff assists in filling the UDID application (Form-IV) and uploading documents. The UDID Card is generated centrally by the UDID portal upon verification by the Certifying Authority.

DDRCs are mandated to conduct outreach camps and Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) activities. Home visits for bedridden patients are undertaken subject to availability of staff and logistics, typically on a case-by-case basis or during scheduled village/block-level camps.