AI SummaryDr. Savitaben Ambedkar Inter Caste Marriage Assistance Scheme helps couples in Gujarat who marry across caste lines, providing total financial support of ₹2,50,000 for their new married life. The scheme promotes social equality by supporting marriages between Scheduled Caste Hindus and other Hindu communities.
Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Gujarat runs this scheme through the Director of Scheduled Caste Welfare. As of August 2026, registration is open for eligible couples, and applications are accepted online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal within two years of the registered marriage.
Dr. Savitaben Ambedkar Inter Caste Marriage Assistance Scheme 2026
This scheme is a joint effort between the state and central governments, with each side contributing 50% of the funding. The money helps couples set up their home and also builds long-term savings in their joint names.
District Deputy Director (Urban) and District Social Welfare Officer (Rural) handle the implementation of the scheme at the district level. Couples who take the step of inter-caste marriage can use this support to start their new life without money problems.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Dr. Savitaben Ambedkar Inter Caste Marriage Assistance Scheme |
| State | Gujarat |
| Department | Social Justice and Empowerment Department |
| Beneficiaries | Inter-caste married couples (SC Hindu + other Hindu caste) |
| Financial Benefit | ₹2,50,000 |
| Application Mode | Online through e-Samaj Kalyan Portal |
| Income Limit | No income limit |
Benefits
Eligible couples get a total financial support of ₹2,50,000 under this scheme. The amount is split into two parts to cover both immediate household needs and long-term savings.
| Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|
| Domestic expenses and household appliances | ₹1,00,000 |
| National Savings Certificates in joint name | ₹1,50,000 |
| Total Support | ₹2,50,000 |
Eligibility
Couples who meet the following conditions can apply for the scheme benefit:
- Inter-caste marriage: One spouse must belong to the Scheduled Caste (Hindu) community and the other must be from a different Hindu caste.
- Native of Gujarat: At least one partner must be a native of Gujarat, and parents of the couple should have lived in the state for at least five years.
- Application time: Marriage must be registered and the application must be submitted within two years of the marriage date.
- Remarriage cases: Widowers or widows without children can also apply if they remarry through an inter-caste marriage.
- Income limit: There is no income limit for this scheme, so couples from all income groups can apply.
How to Apply Online
The entire application process is online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal, so there is no need to visit any government office. Follow these simple steps:
STEP 1 - Visit the official e-Samaj Kalyan Portal and click on the 'Citizen Login' tab.
STEP 2 - Click on 'Please Register Here' if you are a new user and fill in your name as per Aadhaar, date of birth, gender, Aadhaar number, email ID and caste details.
STEP 3 - Complete the registration and log in to your account with the user ID and password.
STEP 4 - Go to 'User Profile', update your information and save the profile.
STEP 5 - Select Dr. Savitaben Ambedkar Inter Caste Marriage Assistance Scheme from the home page, or open the direct scheme application link.
STEP 6 - Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and upload the required scanned documents.
STEP 7 - Agree to the terms and conditions and click on 'Save Application', then submit the form.
STEP 8 - Note down the application number to check the application status later by logging into the portal.
For help with the online process, refer to the Citizen User Manual.
Documents Required
Keep scanned copies of the following documents ready before you start the application:
- Identity proof: Passport-size photographs, Aadhaar cards and school leaving certificates of both partners.
- Caste proof: Caste certificate of the SC partner and caste proof of the other Hindu partner.
- Marriage proof: Certificate of marriage registration.
- Residence proof: Any one document such as electricity bill, ration card, voter ID, licence or registered lease agreement.
- Bank details: First page of joint bank passbook or a cancelled cheque.
- Special cases: Death certificate of the previous spouse for a widower or widow, and divorce decree if applicable.
- Declaration: Marriage statement form or declaration form available on the portal.
Check the application attachments guide and the application form PDF for more details.
References
Official scheme page (English)
Official scheme page (Gujarati)
FAQ's
What is the amount of financial help provided?
Eligible couples get a total of ₹2,50,000 under this scheme to start their married life.
How is the money given to the couple?
The amount is split into two parts: ₹1,00,000 for immediate household needs and ₹1,50,000 as National Savings Certificates held in the joint names of the couple.
Who qualifies for this assistance?
Couples where one partner belongs to a Scheduled Caste (Hindu) community and the other belongs to a different Hindu caste, with at least one partner being a native of Gujarat.
When should the application be submitted?
The application must be submitted within two years of the marriage date after the marriage is registered.
Do parents need to meet any residency requirement?
Yes, parents of the couple should have lived in Gujarat for at least five years.
Is there an income limit to apply?
No, there is no income limit for this scheme, making it open to all eligible couples.
Can widows or widowers apply?
Yes, a widow or widower without children can apply for this scheme upon remarriage through an inter-caste marriage.
Where can a couple apply?
All applications must be submitted online through the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal.
Is this scheme open to all religions?
No, the scheme is made for couples practicing the Hindu religion, where one partner is from the Scheduled Caste community and the other is from a different Hindu caste.