# Government schemes for a child with Global Developmental Delay

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Yes — children with Global Developmental Delay in India can access government supports including RBSK free screening and treatment, a disability certificate under the RPwD Act 2016, the UDID card, scholarships, the ADIP aids scheme, tax relief and early-intervention entitlements. Most benefits begin with a formal developmental assessment and, where applicable, a certified disability percentage.

*When a child needs a little more support to bloom, the right scheme can ease the journey — and yes, India has them.*

## In short
Yes. A child with Global Developmental Delay in India can access several government schemes and entitlements — including the RBSK programme for free screening and treatment, a disability certificate under the RPwD Act 2016, and benefits like the UDID card, scholarships, financial assistance and tax relief. Eligibility usually depends on a formal assessment and, where applicable, a certified disability percentage, so the first step is getting your child properly evaluated.

## Schemes and supports you can tap
**Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK)** screens children for the "4 Ds" — Defects at birth, Diseases, Deficiencies and Developmental Delays — and links them to free follow-up care, including at District Early Intervention Centres (DEICs).

**Disability certificate (RPwD Act 2016)** — Global Developmental Delay can fall under recognised disability categories. A certified percentage of disability is issued by a government medical board and unlocks most downstream benefits.

**UDID card (Unique Disability ID)** — a single national card recording your child's certified status, used across schemes so you don't repeat paperwork.

**Financial and educational support** — depending on category and percentage, families may access scholarships, the ADIP scheme for aids and appliances, travel concessions, income-tax deductions (Sections 80DD/80U), and state-specific disability assistance.

**Early intervention and inclusive education** — under the RPwD Act and SSA/Samagra Shiksha, children are entitled to early intervention services and reasonable accommodations in school.

## Where to begin
Many of these schemes hinge on a formal developmental assessment and, often, a disability certificate. So the practical first step is a structured developmental evaluation that documents your child's profile across domains — this becomes the foundation for applications and for a therapy plan. A diagnosis of [Global Developmental Delay](/gdd) in early years is also frequently re-evaluated as the child grows, so keep your records updated.

## The Pinnacle way
Developmental measurement supports care planning; diagnosis requires an appropriately qualified healthcare professional. under qualified clinician care — never from an online tool or a single score. Our clinicians can document your child's developmental profile clearly through the [AbilityScore®](/ask/what-is-the-abilityscore-and-how-is-it-calculated), guide you on which scheme documents may help, and begin support such as [early intervention therapy](/early-intervention) without waiting for paperwork to complete. With 4.95 lakh+ families served across 70+ centres, we walk this road with you. Learn more about [Global Developmental Delay](/gdd) and how support is built.

## Trusted sources
Guided by the RBSK programme's screening of developmental delay (the 4 Ds), WHO ICD-11 framing of developmental conditions, the Indian Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Pediatrics' guidance on developmental support. Scheme eligibility and benefits are set by Indian government authorities and may vary by state.

**Next step —** book a developmental assessment at your nearest Pinnacle Blooms Network centre, or message us on WhatsApp at +91 91001 81181 — we'll help you understand what your child needs and which supports may apply.

This is general information, not a diagnosis — individual assessment and diagnosis require an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.

## Sources
- WHO ICD-11: https://icd.who.int/en
- CDC — Learn the Signs. Act Early.: https://www.cdc.gov/child-development
- American Academy of Pediatrics (HealthyChildren.org): https://www.healthychildren.org

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