Sarkari Yojana

Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons

Puducherry
Quick Summary: Puducherry's Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons gives couples ₹1,00,000/-, as ₹20,000 cash and ₹80,000/- in NSC, when a person with 40% or more disability marries a person without disability.

About Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons

The Department of Social Welfare, Government of Puducherry, brought in the “Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons” to promote and back marriages in which one partner is differently-abled and the other is not. Couples receive an incentive of ₹1,00,000/-, made up of ₹20,000 in cash and ₹80,000/- as a National Savings Certificate (NSC).

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Applicants must be Natives/Residents of the Union Territory…

Applicants must be Natives/Residents of the Union Territory of Puducherry.

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Yearly income must be no more than ₹75,000/-…

Yearly income must be no more than ₹75,000/- per annum.

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The bride must be older than 18 years

The bride must be older than 18 years.

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The bridegroom must be older than 21 years

The bridegroom must be older than 21 years.

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The applicant's disability must be at least 40%

The applicant's disability must be at least 40%.

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It must be the first marriage for both…

It must be the first marriage for both bride and groom.

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The marriage must be registered

The marriage must be registered.

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Applications must be made no later than 120…

Applications must be made no later than 120 days after the wedding.

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

Benefits Provided

Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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The incentive comes to ₹1,00,000/- in all

The incentive comes to ₹1,00,000/- in all: ₹20,000 paid in cash, with the remaining ₹80,000/- placed in NSC.

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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A Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate from the competent authority

A Residence-cum-Nativity Certificate from the competent authority.

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A recent passport-size photograph

A recent passport-size photograph.

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The bank passbook

The bank passbook.

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Aadhaar Card of the 1st Applicant

Aadhaar Card of the 1st Applicant.

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Aadhaar Card of the 2nd Applicant

Aadhaar Card of the 2nd Applicant.

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Anganwadi Certificate of the 1st Applicant

Anganwadi Certificate of the 1st Applicant.

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Anganwadi Certificate of the 2nd Applicant if from…

Anganwadi Certificate of the 2nd Applicant if from Pondicherry (Mandatory for the Differently Abled Person).

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Birth Certificate of the 1st Applicant

Birth Certificate of the 1st Applicant.

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Birth Certificate of the 2nd Applicant

Birth Certificate of the 2nd Applicant.

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Community Certificate of the 1st Applicant

Community Certificate of the 1st Applicant.

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Disability Financial Assistance Card of the 1st Applicant

Disability Financial Assistance Card of the 1st Applicant.

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Disability Financial Assistance Card of the 2nd Applicant…

Disability Financial Assistance Card of the 2nd Applicant (Mandatory for the Differently Abled Person).

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Income Certificate of the 1st Applicant

Income Certificate of the 1st Applicant.

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The Marriage Certificate

The Marriage Certificate.

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The wedding invitation

The wedding invitation.

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A joint photograph of the marriage

A joint photograph of the marriage.

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Medical Certificate of the 1st Applicant

Medical Certificate of the 1st Applicant.

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Medical Certificate of the 2nd Applicant (Mandatory for…

Medical Certificate of the 2nd Applicant (Mandatory for the Differently Abled Person).

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NOC of the 2nd Applicant if from another…

NOC of the 2nd Applicant if from another state (Mandatory for the Differently Abled Person).

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Ration Card of the 1st Applicant

Ration Card of the 1st Applicant.

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Ration Card of the 2nd Applicant

Ration Card of the 2nd Applicant.

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Residence Certificate of the 1st Applicant

Residence Certificate of the 1st Applicant.

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Voter Card of the 1st Applicant

Voter Card of the 1st Applicant.

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Voter Card of the 2nd Applicant

Voter Card of the 2nd Applicant.

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

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons through the offline application process outlined below.

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Visit an Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of…

Visit an Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Social Welfare during office hours and ask the staff assigned to issue and collect applications for a printed copy of the prescribed form. OR Print the application form in its prescribed format.

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Complete every mandatory field, attach a passport-sized photograph…

Complete every mandatory field, attach a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required) and enclose copies of the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

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Hand the completed and signed form with documents…

Hand the completed and signed form with documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (as per location), at least 30 days ahead of the proposed marriage date.

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Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the receiving…

Obtain a receipt or acknowledgment from the receiving authority, checking that it shows the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).

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

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons through the online application process outlined below.

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Open the e-District Portal of the Government of…

Open the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry through its Official Website.

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Click "Login" at the top right of the…

Click "Login" at the top right of the home page, then choose "Register a New Membership" on the login screen.

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Complete all mandatory fields on the Registration Page

Complete all mandatory fields on the Registration Page: Username, Password, Confirm Password and Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Accept the declaration, enter the Captcha Code and click "Signup".

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Go back to the e-District Portal of the…

Go back to the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry via its Official Website.

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Click "Login" at the top right, enter your…

Click "Login" at the top right, enter your Username, Password and the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".

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The following screen lists Government of Puducherry schemes…

The following screen lists Government of Puducherry schemes grouped by Department.

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Select the scheme you want, which opens its…

Select the scheme you want, which opens its online application form.

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Fill all mandatory fields (marked with a red…

Fill all mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).

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Tick the declaration "I hereby declare that the…

Tick the declaration "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge", submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The number is also sent to your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID. Track Your Application here Access the User Manual for Online Application here

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