AI SummaryMadhya Pradesh government offers a cash incentive of ₹2 lakh under MP Inter Caste Marriage Yojana, also known as Antarjatiya Vivah Protsahan Yojana. The scheme supports couples where one spouse belongs to a Scheduled Caste and the other spouse belongs to a different caste.
Scheduled Caste Welfare Department of Madhya Pradesh is implementing the scheme through its official portal scdevelopmentmp.nic.in. Couples who register their marriage under Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 and apply within one year of the wedding can get the incentive amount along with an appreciation certificate.
The main aim of the scheme is to remove untouchability and caste-based thinking from society. A couple where a non-SC young man or woman marries an SC young woman or man is rewarded and appreciated by the state government.
What is MP Inter Caste Marriage Yojana 2026
MP Inter Caste Marriage Yojana gives financial support to newly married inter-caste couples. When the marriage is between an SC person and a person from another caste, the District Collector prepares the selection list after checking the application. Selected couples receive ₹2 lakh as incentive along with a prashasti patra (certificate of appreciation).
The incentive amount was earlier ₹50,000. After an amendment in the scheme rules, the amount was increased to ₹2 lakh. The department has rewarded hundreds of couples every year under this scheme. In 2012-13, 365 couples received benefit; in 2013-14, 478 couples got the incentive; and in 2014-15, 387 eligible couples were covered.
In the current financial year 2026-2027, the scheme is still in place for couples who register their inter-caste marriage properly. Applications are accepted for marriages performed within one year of the date of the wedding.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | MP Inter Caste Marriage Yojana (Antarjatiya Vivah Protsahan Yojana) |
| State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Department | Scheduled Caste Welfare Department |
| Benefit | ₹2 lakh cash incentive and certificate of appreciation |
| Who can apply | Couples where one spouse is SC and the other belongs to a different caste |
| Application mode | Through district or divisional SC development office |
| Official website | scdevelopmentmp.nic.in |
How to Apply for MP Inter Caste Marriage Yojana 2026
MP Inter Caste Marriage Yojana application can be completed through the official SC development portal of Madhya Pradesh or at the district level office. The steps given below explain the process in simple terms.
STEP 1 - Go to the official website at official SC Development Portal of Madhya Pradesh.
STEP 2 - On the homepage, open the 'जानकारियाँ' menu and click the 'अन्तर्जातीय विवाह प्रोत्साहन योजना' link. This opens the scheme information page at Antarjatiya Vivah Protsahan Yojana scheme page.
STEP 3 - Read the scheme details on the page and note the documents needed to claim the incentive.
STEP 4 - Prepare the application along with the marriage certificate, caste certificates of both spouses, age proof, and bank details of the couple.
STEP 5 - Submit the application form through the nearest district or divisional SC development office. The District Collector selects the eligible couples for the incentive.
If you are not able to apply online, you can visit the nearest divisional SC development office and fill the application there. Keep photocopies of all documents with you when you visit the office.
Eligibility Criteria for MP Inter Caste Marriage Yojana
Before applying, check whether you meet the basic conditions of the scheme. The points below cover the important eligibility rules.
- Both bride and groom should be residents of Madhya Pradesh. The scheme is meant for couples settled in the state.
- One of the two must belong to a Scheduled Caste and the other must be from a different caste. The scheme mainly rewards a couple where a non-SC person marries an SC spouse.
- Bride must be at least 18 years old and groom at least 21 years old at the time of marriage.
- Marriage must be registered under Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Only registered marriages are considered for the incentive.
- Applicants should have an active mobile number and a bank account in their own name to receive the incentive amount.
List of Documents Required
Keep the following documents ready before starting the application so that the process goes smoothly.
- Recent photographs of the bride and groom together
- Aadhaar card or any other identity proof of both spouses
- Caste certificates of both the bride and groom
- Date of birth or age proof
- Marriage certificate registered under the Act
- Samagra ID
- Bank passbook copy
SC Caste List in Madhya Pradesh
Under the scheme, the SC status of one spouse is checked as per the official list notified by the state government. You can see the official SC caste list PDF from the SC Development Department and the full list is also given below.
| S.No. | Caste Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Audhelia |
| 2 | Bagri, Bagdi (excluding Rajput, Thakur sub-castes among Bagri, Bagdi) |
| 3 | Bahna, Bahana |
| 4 | Balahi, Balai |
| 5 | Banchada |
| 6 | Barahar, Basod |
| 7 | Bargunda |
| 8 | Basor, Burud, Bansor, Bansodi, Bansphor, Basar |
| 9 | Bedia |
| 10 | Beldar, Sunkar |
| 11 | Bhangi, Mehtar, Balmiki, Lalbegi, Dharkar |
| 12 | Bhanumati |
| 13 | Chadar |
| 14 | Chamar, Chamari, Bairwa, Bhambhi, Jatav, Mochi, Regar, Nona, Rohidas, Ramnami, Satnami, Suryabanshi, Suryaramnami, Ahirwar, Chamar Mangan, Raidas |
| 15 | Chidar |
| 16 | Chikwa, Chikvi |
| 17 | Chitar |
| 18 | Dahait, Dahayat, Dahat, Dahiya |
| 19 | Dewar |
| 20 | Dhanuk |
| 21 | Dhed, Dher |
| 22 | Dhobi (in Bhopal, Raisen and Sehore districts) |
| 23 | Dohor |
| 24 | Dom, Dumar, Dome, Domar, Doris |
| 25 | Ganda, Gandi |
| 26 | Ghasi, Gh asia |
| 27 | Holiya |
| 28 | Kanjar |
| 29 | Katia, Patharia |
| 30 | Khatik |
| 31 | Koli, Kori |
| 32 | Kotwal (in Bhind, Dhar, Dewas, Guna, Gwalior, Indore, Jhabua, Khargone, Mandsaur, Morena, Rajgarh, Rat lam, Shajapur, Shivpuri, Uj jain and Vidis ha districts) |
| 33 | Khangar, Kanera, Mirdha |
| 34 | Kuch bandhia |
| 35 | Kumhar (in Chhatarpur, Datia, Panna, Rewa, Satna, Shahdol, Sidhi and Tikamgarh districts) |
| 36 | Mahar, Mehra, Mehar, Mahara |
| 37 | Mang, Mang Garodi, Mang Garudi, Dankhani Mang, Mang Mahasi, Madari, Garudi, Radhe Mang |
| 38 | Meghwal |
| 39 | Moghia |
| 40 | Muskan |
| 41 | Nat, Kalbelia, Sapera, Navdigar, Kubutar |
| 42 | Pardhi (in Bhind, Dhar, Dewas, Guna, Gwalior, Indore, Jhabua, Khargone, Mandsaur, Morena, Rajgarh, Ratlam, Shajapur, Shivpuri, Ujjain and Vidisha districts) |
| 43 | Pasi |
| 44 | Rujjhar |
| 45 | Sansi, Sansia |
| 46 | Silawat |
| 47 | Zamral |
| 48 | Sargara |
Check Beneficiary Details and Payment Status
The beneficiary and payment details of the scheme are kept by the district and divisional SC development offices. You can visit the concerned office or call the department to know the status of your application and the incentive payment.
Contact Helpline
For any clarification related to the scheme, contact at sjain@nic.in or call the phone number 0755-2551265. You can also visit the official SC Development Portal of Madhya Pradesh for more details.
Couples who want to know about central support for inter-caste marriages can check the Dr. Ambedkar Inter Caste Marriage Scheme which offers an incentive for SC inter-caste couples at the central level.
FAQ's
Who can apply for MP Inter Caste Marriage Yojana?
Couples where one spouse belongs to a Scheduled Caste and the other belongs to a different caste can apply. Both should be residents of Madhya Pradesh and the marriage should be registered under Hindu Marriage Act, 1955.
How much incentive is given under the scheme?
The state government gives ₹2 lakh in cash along with a certificate of appreciation. Earlier the amount was ₹50,000.
Where to apply if the online form page is not working?
Visit the nearest district or divisional SC development office and submit the application with all required documents. The District Collector selects the eligible couples for the incentive.
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