Arundhati Gold Scheme 2026 guidelines from the Government of Assam are available to download in PDF format at arundhati.nic.in. Newly married brides get financial support of Rs. 40,000 to buy gold at the time of their wedding. To get this support, the marriage must be registered under the Special Marriage Act, 1954 or the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955.
The scheme is accepting applications for the current year. Brides from Assam families with an annual income below Rs. 5 lakh can apply through the official portal.
Arundhati Gold Scheme 2026
The main aim of the Arundhati Scheme is to help the parents of the girl child who are not very strong financially but, like all parents, want to give some gold to their daughters on marriage, as gold is seen as auspicious. The government wants to share the joy of such parents by providing Rs. 40,000 as a token of blessings to the daughters for purchasing gold. The Revenue and DM (Registration) Department is the main department running the scheme.
The official website to apply online for Arundhati Gold Scheme is arundhati.nic.in. The bride and the groom should have completed 18 and 21 years of age respectively and their marriage should be registered. The total income of the parents of the bride should be below Rs. 5 lakh per year. The support under the Arundhati scheme is only for the first marriage of the bride. Both the bride and the groom must have passed HSLC or an equivalent exam. There is no educational qualification requirement for Adivasi and Tea Tribes communities.
Benefits of Arundhati Gold Scheme
Eligible brides get the following benefits under the scheme:
- Financial support of Rs. 40,000 to buy gold for the wedding.
- Direct payment to the bank account of the bride.
- Support for families with an annual income below Rs. 5 lakh.
- Support for the first marriage of the bride only.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the scheme, the applicant must meet the following conditions:
- The bride must be a permanent resident of Assam.
- The marriage must be legally registered under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 or the Special Marriage Act, 1954.
- The bride must be at least 18 years old and the groom at least 21 years old.
- The total annual income of the parents of the bride must be below Rs. 5 lakh.
- The support is only for the first marriage of the bride.
Documents Required
Applicants need to keep the following documents ready:
- Aadhaar card of the bride and the groom.
- Marriage registration certificate.
- Income certificate of the parents of the bride.
- Bank account details of the bride.
- Age proof such as birth certificate or HSLC certificate.
How to Apply Online
STEP 1 - Go to the official website at arundhati.nic.in and open the Arundhati Gold Scheme application page.
STEP 2 - Register the marriage at the nearest marriage registrar office and keep the registration certificate ready.
STEP 3 - Fill in the application form with the correct details of the bride and the groom.
STEP 4 - Upload the required documents like Aadhaar card, marriage certificate, income certificate and bank details.
STEP 5 - Submit the application online and note down the application number for future use.
STEP 6 - After the checking process is done, the amount of Rs. 40,000 is credited to the bank account of the bride.
Highlights of Arundhati Gold Scheme
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Arundhati Gold Scheme |
| State | Assam |
| Benefit Amount | Rs. 40,000 |
| Beneficiaries | Newly married brides |
| Income Limit | Below Rs. 5 lakh per year |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | arundhati.nic.in |
FAQ's
Who can apply for the Arundhati Gold Scheme?
Brides who are permanent residents of Assam, whose marriage is registered, and whose parents have an annual income below Rs. 5 lakh can apply.
How much money is given under the scheme?
Eligible brides get Rs. 40,000 to buy gold for their wedding.
Is the scheme only for the first marriage?
Yes, the support under the Arundhati scheme is only for the first marriage of the bride.
Where can I apply online?
Applications are made on the official website at arundhati.nic.in.