About Us
The Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities was set up under Section 57 of The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights & Full Participation) Act, 1995. The office has been mandated to take steps to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities. Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 replaced The Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights & Full Participation) Act, 1995. Under new statute Section 74 of RPwD Act, 2016 provides for appointment of a Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities and two Commissioners to assist the Chief Commissioner at the Centre. Section 75 of RPwD Act, 2016 the mandated function of the Chief Commissioner ……..
Read More- List of shortlisted candidates for engagement of Young Professionals against the applications received upto the last date of submission i.e. 15.03.2024 for further selection process.
- List of Non-Eligible candidates for engagement of Young Professionals against the applications received upto the last date of submission i.e. 15.03.2024.
- Corrigendum_Extension of Last date of submission of Application for Filling up of vacancies in various posts by deputation basis
- Filling up of vacancies in various posts by deputation / absorption in the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.
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Success Stories
By exercising the quasi-judicial powers vested in the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities, grievances of many aggrieved persons with disabilities, their families and NGOs have....
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We are committed to ensuring that the website of the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons with Disabilities is accessible to all users, irrespective of the device and technology in use or ability.
Read MoreActs/Guideline
The RPwD Act has been enacted under Article 253 of the Constitution. It gives effect to the proclamation on the full participation and equality of the persons with disabilities .....
Read MoreOur Achievements
Online hearing of the grievances of persons with disabilities (Divyangjan) during Covid-19 Since June 2020, all hearings are being conducted online/hybrid mode. Upto October 2023, 3138 cases were disposed .....
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10th International Yoga Day
This year marks the 10th International Day of Yoga with the theme “Yoga for Self…
Purple Talk
Purple Talk, New Delhi, The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) successfully…