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Disability Certificate for a Child with Autism in India
Yes — autism is recognised under India's Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, so a child with a confirmed diagnosis can receive a UDID disability certificate. It is issued by a government-notified medical authority and unlocks education, financial and welfare benefits. A clinical diagnostic report from your therapy team supports the application.
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In India, the RPwD Act 2016 recognises autism as a disability, so a child with a disability certificate and UDID card becomes entitled to support across education (reserved seats, exam accommodations), finance (tax relief under 80DD/80U, pensions, travel concessions), health and rehabilitation, and legal guardianship under the National Trust Act 1999. Most benefits start with a government medical-board disability certificate.
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