Shaadi Mubarak Scheme

Shaadi Mubarak Scheme is a welfare scheme by the Telangana government that gives one-time cash support for the marriage of minority community girls. The scheme was launched on 02nd October 2014 to stop child marriage and ease the money burden on families, and it continues to take online applications through the Telangana ePASS portal in 2026.

Under this scheme, an eligible bride from a minority community gets ₹1,00,116 as financial help, and a disabled bride gets ₹1,25,145. The amount goes directly into the bank account of the bride's mother. For the 2026-27 period, eligible families can apply online through the official Telangana ePASS website.

Shaadi Mubarak Scheme - Introduction

Shaadi Mubarak Scheme focuses on minority communities in Telangana. The money is transferred directly to the mother's bank account, which keeps the support safe and helps families celebrate weddings without taking on debt. The scheme also encourages girls to stay in school and marry only after they turn 18.

The scheme works alongside Kalyana Lakshmi, which supports brides from other communities. Together these two schemes have a large annual outlay. The Telangana government sets aside funds in the state budget each year to cover all eligible brides, so the benefit keeps reaching families regularly.

Key Information

Benefits

Shaadi Mubarak Scheme gives a significant one-time cash benefit to help families manage wedding-related costs. The amount is paid once in the lifetime of the bride and is sent directly to the mother's bank account.

The amount was raised over the years. It started at ₹51,000, went up to ₹75,116 in 2017, and has been ₹1,00,116 since 2019. Disabled brides get the higher amount of ₹1,25,145.

Eligibility

To qualify for this support, the bride and her family must meet the following conditions:

• The bride should belong to a minority community such as Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Jain, Parsi or Buddhist.
• The bride should be a permanent resident of Telangana.
• The bride should be at least 18 years old at the time of marriage, and the bridegroom should be above 21 years.
• The wedding should have taken place on or after 02nd October 2014.
• The combined annual income of the parents should not exceed ₹2,00,000.

Application Process

Applications for Shaadi Mubarak Scheme are filled online through the Telangana ePASS portal. Follow these steps to complete the registration.

STEP 1 - Visit the official Telangana ePASS website and look for the Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak section on the homepage.

STEP 2 - Click on the Shaadi Mubarak Services for Minority section and select the Registration option for Application Registration for Shaadi Mubharak.

STEP 3 - Open the Shaadi Mubarak registration form and fill in the bride details such as name, father name, date of birth, Aadhaar number, educational qualification, caste, disability details and mother details.

STEP 4 - Enter the income certificate details, bank account details, permanent and present address, and the bridegroom particulars along with the marriage details.

STEP 5 - Upload the required documents in jpeg or jpg format with a file size between 50kb and 150kb, then click the Submit button at the bottom of the form.

After submitting, applicants can use the Print or Status option on the portal to track the application and the Edit or Uploads option to update any documents if needed.

Documents

Keep a scanned copy of these items ready before starting the application:

• Bride's photo and age proof certificate.
• Scanned Aadhaar copies of the bride, the mother and the bridegroom.
• Bank passbook copies of the bride and her mother.
• Bridegroom's scanned ID proof copy.
• Income certificate and caste cum nativity certificate.
• Marriage photo and marriage certificate.

References

More details are available on these official pages:

• Telangana ePASS Official Website
• Kalyana Lakshmi Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Page
• Telangana Christian Minorities Finance Corporation

FAQ's

What is the purpose of Shaadi Mubarak Scheme?

This scheme gives financial help to minority families in Telangana to support their daughters' weddings and discourage child marriage.

Who is eligible to receive benefits?

Unmarried girls from minority communities in Telangana who are at least 18 years old at the time of marriage can apply.

How is the financial help provided?

The amount is transferred directly into the bank account of the bride's mother.

What is the maximum annual income allowed?

The total annual income of the bride's parents should be within ₹2,00,000.

Can I apply if I am not a resident of Telangana?

No, this scheme is only for permanent residents of Telangana state.

How can I check my application status?

You can check the status of your application by logging into the Print or Status tab on the official Telangana ePASS portal.