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Can my child with Intellectual Disability get a disability certificate?
Yes — a child with confirmed Intellectual Disability can receive a disability certificate in India under the RPwD Act 2016. A government-notified medical authority issues it after assessment, accessed via the UDID portal, unlocking education, scheme and financial benefits.
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Under India's RPwD Act 2016, a child with intellectual disability is entitled to a UDID disability certificate, inclusive education and scholarships, financial aid and tax benefits (Sections 80DD/80U), Niramaya insurance and guardianship via the National Trust, and funded therapy and assistive aids. The disability certificate is the gateway document for nearly all benefits.
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