Shagun Yojana Himachal Pradesh 2026: Merged into Shubh Vivah Yojana, ₹51,000 Marriage Assistance

Himachal Pradesh's Shagun Yojana offers financial support to daughters of poor families for their marriage. The scheme was launched in 2021 to help BPL families arrange their daughter's wedding without falling into debt.

In the state Budget 2026-27, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced that the Mukhyamantri Shagun Yojana and Mukhyamantri Kanyadaan Yojana would be merged into one new scheme, Shubh Vivah Yojana. Eligible women can now get up to ₹51,000 for marriage, which is ₹20,000 more than the earlier ₹31,000 under Shagun Yojana.

About HP Shagun Yojana (Now Part of Shubh Vivah Yojana)

Himachal Pradesh government launched the Shagun Yojana to give wedding support to girls from below poverty line (BPL) families. Earlier the scheme gave ₹31,000 to eligible girls from SC, ST, or OBC families. The amount was transferred directly into the girl's bank account through direct benefit transfer (DBT).

After the merger announced in the Budget 2026-27, the assistance has been raised to ₹51,000 per eligible girl. The new scheme, Shubh Vivah Yojana, also covers daughters of widows, destitute women, and orphan girls. Applications are now made through the HimSeva Portal, which has replaced the earlier e-District HP portal.

In August 2026, 48 eligible families in the Dehra assembly constituency received assistance totalling ₹14.88 lakh under the Mukhyamantri Shagun Yojana, with each beneficiary getting ₹31,000.

Latest Update on HP Shagun Yojana

The merger of the two marriage schemes was announced by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in the Himachal Pradesh Budget 2026-27. Under the new Shubh Vivah Yojana, eligible girls get ₹51,000 of marriage assistance, an increase of ₹20,000 over the earlier Shagun Yojana amount. The application process now runs through the HimSeva Portal at himseva.hp.gov.in.

How to Apply Online for HP Shagun Yojana

STEP 1 - Visit the official HimSeva Portal of Himachal Pradesh at himseva.hp.gov.in.

STEP 2 - Log in or complete registration using the required details.

STEP 3 - Search for Shubh Vivah Yojana or the marriage assistance service under the Social Justice and Empowerment Department.

STEP 4 - Fill the online application form with the beneficiary, marriage, income, and bank account details.

STEP 5 - Upload the required documents such as Aadhaar card, residence proof, income certificate, and marriage-related papers.

STEP 6 - Submit the application form and save the acknowledgement details for future reference.

STEP 7 - After the verification process, the assistance amount is credited directly to the beneficiary's bank account through DBT.

HP Shagun Yojana Offline Application Process

STEP 1 - Visit the office of the District Social Welfare Officer, the CDPO office, or the nearest Anganwadi centre.

STEP 2 - Obtain the application form related to Shubh Vivah Yojana.

STEP 3 - Fill the application form carefully with the required beneficiary and marriage details.

STEP 4 - Attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form.

STEP 5 - Submit the completed form to the concerned authority for verification.

STEP 6 - After approval, the assistance is paid directly into the beneficiary's bank account.

Eligibility Criteria for HP Shagun Yojana

Before applying, the applicant must meet the following conditions:

• Applicant must be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh.
• Age of the girl should be 18 years or above and the age of the groom should be 21 years or above at the time of marriage.
• Girl should belong to a BPL family or an economically weaker family.
• Daughters of widows, destitute women, and orphan girls are also covered under the scheme.
• A maximum of two daughters from one family can get the benefit.
• The girl can marry a person from outside Himachal Pradesh and still stay eligible.

Documents Required for HP Shagun Yojana

Keep the following documents ready before applying:

• Aadhaar card of the bride.
• Residence proof of Himachal Pradesh.
• BPL certificate or income certificate, wherever applicable.
• Birth certificate or age proof of the bride and groom.
• Marriage invitation letter and marriage registration certificate, wherever available.
• Bank account passbook of the beneficiary girl.
• Passport size photograph.
• Widow, destitute, or orphan-related documents, wherever applicable.

Benefits and Assistance Amount

Under the new Shubh Vivah Yojana, eligible girls get ₹51,000 of financial assistance for marriage. The amount is transferred directly into the beneficiary's bank account through DBT. The scheme reduces the financial burden on poor families during marriage and combines the earlier support of the Shagun Yojana and the Mukhya Mantri Kanyadaan Yojana into one unified scheme.

FAQ's

What is HP Shagun Yojana?

Shagun Yojana is a marriage assistance scheme of the Himachal Pradesh government. It has now been merged into the new Shubh Vivah Yojana, under which eligible girls get financial support for their wedding.

How much assistance is given under the scheme?

Eligible girls now receive ₹51,000 of marriage assistance under the new Shubh Vivah Yojana, up from the earlier ₹31,000 under Shagun Yojana.

Who can apply for the scheme?

Girls from BPL families, economically weaker families, daughters of widows and destitute women, and orphan girls can apply. The girl should be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh and at least 18 years old at the time of marriage.

How can a girl apply online?

Eligible girls can apply online through the official HimSeva Portal at himseva.hp.gov.in. The offline option is also available through the District Social Welfare Officer, CDPO office, or the nearest Anganwadi centre.