Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow is a social welfare scheme run by the Uttarakhand government. It provides financial support of ₹50,000 for the marriage of up to two daughters of eligible destitute widows who receive a state widow pension.
This support comes from the Social Welfare Department of Uttarakhand. If you are a widow getting a state pension and your family income stays below ₹4,000 per month, or you belong to a BPL family, you can apply for this grant to help with your daughter's wedding.
Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow - Details
The scheme is meant to ease the money pressure on poor widows at the time of their daughter's marriage. A widow who meets the income and pension conditions gets a fixed grant for each daughter, which helps cover wedding costs.
The grant is given for a maximum of two daughters. The bride and groom must also meet the age rules set by the department at the date of marriage.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Benefit Amount | ₹50,000 per daughter |
| Nodal Department | Department of Social Welfare |
| DBT Scheme | No |
Benefits
A widow who qualifies can get a grant of ₹50,000 for the marriage of each daughter, for up to two daughters. This money is paid directly to her bank account after the wedding is registered, which makes the process clear and safe.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, you should meet these conditions:
- You must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
- You must be a destitute widow who is currently receiving a government widow pension.
- Your total family income must not exceed ₹4,000 per month, or you should belong to a BPL category.
- At the date of marriage, the bride should be between 18 and 45 years old.
- At the date of marriage, the groom should be between 21 and 45 years old.
For example, if Meena is a widow receiving a pension and her monthly earnings are below ₹4,000, she qualifies for this support to help with her daughter's wedding.
Application Process
You can apply for the grant online. Here are the steps to follow:
STEP 1 - Open the official Marriage Grant Scheme page of the Social Welfare Department or the Apuni Sarkar portal to start your application. You can also use the UMANG mobile app or visit a local Common Service Center (CSC) for help.
STEP 2 - Make sure you apply between 1st March and 28th February of the marriage year.
STEP 3 - If the wedding happens in January or February and you do not have some documents, you can apply before the event. But the funds are released only after you upload a valid marriage registration certificate to the portal.
STEP 4 - After you apply, the Assistant Social Welfare Officer checks your details. The District Social Welfare Officer gives the final approval and the money is transferred directly to your bank account.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before you apply so that your application is not delayed:
- Valid mobile number and Aadhaar card.
- Recent photograph and permanent residence proof of Uttarakhand.
- Bank passbook of a CBS account linked or seeded with Aadhaar.
- Income certificate or BPL card, ration card, and family register copy for rural applicants.
- Age proof for the bride and groom, such as a school certificate, birth certificate, or Aadhaar.
- Marriage registration certificate and a self-attested affidavit about the number of beneficiaries in the family.
References
FAQ's
Who is eligible to apply?
You are eligible if you are a permanent resident of Uttarakhand and a destitute widow receiving a state pension, with a family income below ₹4,000 per month or a BPL status.
What amount will I receive?
You will receive a grant of ₹50,000 per daughter, valid for up to two daughters.
Are there specific age requirements for the couple?
Yes, the bride must be between 18 and 45, and the groom must be between 21 and 45 years old at the time of the wedding.
Can I apply for more than two daughters?
No, the financial support provided under this scheme is limited to the marriage of a maximum of two daughters.
What if I am not currently receiving a widow pension?
Only widows currently receiving a state government pension qualify for this specific grant.
How is the application verified?
Local social welfare officials review your pension status and eligibility criteria before approving the payment.
Can I apply if I live outside Uttarakhand?
No, this scheme is strictly for permanent residents of Uttarakhand.