Sarkari Yojana

Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I

Tamil Nadu
Quick Summary: Tamil Nadu gives orphaned brides aged 18 or above ₹25,000/- and an 8gm 22-carat gold coin for the Thirumangalyam. Applications are due 40 days before the wedding.

About Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I

The Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu, introduced the ‘Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I’ to give orphaned girls monetary help for their wedding. At the time of the marriage, the bride must be at least 18 years old.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only girls may apply

Only girls may apply.

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The applicant must be an orphan

The applicant must be an orphan.

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On the date of marriage, the bride must…

On the date of marriage, the bride must be 18 years of age or older.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Cash assistance amounting to ₹25,000/-

Cash assistance amounting to ₹25,000/-.

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A gold coin of one sovereign (8gm), 22-carat,…

A gold coin of one sovereign (8gm), 22-carat, for making the Thirumangalyam. Mode of Disbursal: Paid via Electronic Clearing Service.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Death Certificates of both parents, or an Orphan…

Death Certificates of both parents, or an Orphan Certificate signed by a Member of Parliament (MP)/ Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA).

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Income Certificate obtained from the Tahsildar

Income Certificate obtained from the Tahsildar.

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A copy of the wedding invitation card

A copy of the wedding invitation card.

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Document proving the bride's age

Document proving the bride's age.

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A photo of the bride

A photo of the bride.

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Receipts for marriage articles bought for ₹1,000/-

Receipts for marriage articles bought for ₹1,000/-.

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Other papers the Department may ask for

Other papers the Department may ask for.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Online - via CSC Application

Applicants can apply for Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I through the online - via csc application process outlined below.

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Keep copies of all the documents the scheme…

Keep copies of all the documents the scheme requires ready.

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Go to the closest Common Service Center (CSC)…

Go to the closest Common Service Center (CSC) and finish the Biometric Verification Process.

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Have all compulsory fields of the form filled…

Have all compulsory fields of the form filled in and copies of every required document uploaded.

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Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC…

Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC showing important details like the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable). Application Deadline Apply 40 days ahead of the wedding date (in exceptional cases, the application may be made one day before the wedding).

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I through the offline application process outlined below.

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Print the application form in the prescribed format…

Print the application form in the prescribed format .

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Complete every compulsory field, paste a passport-sized photograph…

Complete every compulsory field, paste a passport-sized photograph (signing across it if needed) and enclose copies of the required documents (self-attested if needed).

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Hand over the completed and signed form with…

Hand over the completed and signed form with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer/ Extension Officer (Social Welfare).

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Ask the receiving authority for an acknowledgment or…

Ask the receiving authority for an acknowledgment or receipt that shows the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable). Application Deadline Apply 40 days ahead of the wedding date (in exceptional cases, the application may be made one day before the wedding).

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References