Start with a disability certificate and UDID card (apply online; NIEPID and district offices help with troubleshooting). With 40%+ disability certification, benefits can include: free assistive devices and teaching-learning material (TLM) kits under the ADIP scheme for BPL families (ARJUN portal), government vocational-training programmes for older children, and various state scheme entitlements. For the long term, look into legal guardianship under the National Trust Act and a Letter of Intent documenting your child’s routines and needs for future caregivers. We’ll keep a detailed, Hyderabad-specific guide updated on AutDHD.
Disclaimer: This is general information shared for parent awareness, not medical advice. Every child is different — please confirm decisions with your child's doctor or a qualified, RCI-registered professional.