Widow Daughter Marriage Scheme helps poor widows and guardians of orphan girls in Delhi meet marriage expenses with a one-time cash grant of ₹30,000. Delhi government continues this welfare scheme in 2026 through the Department of Women and Child Development, and eligible families can apply online on the Delhi e-District portal within 60 days before or after the wedding date.
The scheme runs as the Widow's Daughter Marriage (WDM) Scheme, a separate financial support plan from the Delhi Pension Scheme to Women in Distress. It is meant to make sure money problems do not stop a poor widow from getting her daughter married, and it also covers orphan girls looked after by guardians, foster parents, or institutions.
Widow Daughter Marriage Scheme - Introduction
Widow Daughter Marriage Scheme is a compassionate scheme managed by the Department of Women and Child Development, Delhi, to give essential money support. The main aim is to help poor widows or guardians of orphan girls with marriage expenses, so that financial limits do not come in the way of these important life events.
The main aims of this scheme are:
- Giving money help to poor widows for the marriage of up to two daughters.
- Supporting guardians, foster parents, or institutions in arranging the marriage of an orphan girl.
- Offering this support as a one-time grant to give immediate help to the family.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Widow Daughter Marriage Scheme |
| State | Delhi |
| Assistance Amount | ₹30,000 |
| Target | Widows and Orphan girls |
| Department | Women and Child Development |
| Application Mode | Online on e-District portal |
Benefits
Under this scheme, a widow or guardian can get a one-time financial grant of ₹30,000 to cover marriage expenses. This benefit is available for the marriage of up to two daughters per family. The payment is sent directly to the bank account of the applicant through the electronic clearing system.
Eligibility
To qualify for this support, an applicant should meet the following criteria:
- The applicant must have been residing in Delhi for more than 5 years before the date of application.
- The total annual household income should be less than ₹1,00,000 from all sources, such as rent, interest, or property sales. For example, if Suman is a widow with an annual income of ₹80,000, she fits the requirement.
- The daughter for whom support is sought must be a major, that is above 18 years of age, on the date of marriage.
- The applicant should have a singly-operated, Aadhaar-linked bank account in Delhi to receive the payment.
- The applicant must not be receiving similar marriage support from other government schemes or discretionary funds from the Chief Minister or Lt. Governor.
- The application should be submitted within 60 days before or after the marriage date.
Application Process
Applicants can apply online through the Delhi e-District portal. Follow these steps:
STEP 1 - Visit the official Department of Women and Child Development website and go to the e-District portal link, then register if you are a new user.
STEP 2 - Once logged in, open the 'Apply Online' section on the portal.
STEP 3 - Select 'Department of Women and Child Development' and choose the Widow Daughter Marriage Scheme.
STEP 4 - Fill out the form with personal details and upload all the required documents.
STEP 5 - Confirm the details and submit. An OTP will be sent to the mobile number to complete the final submission.
STEP 6 - Keep the acknowledgement receipt safe for tracking the application status.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready for the application:
- Aadhaar card, which is mandatory.
- Proof of identity, such as a Voter ID, PAN card, or Passport.
- Proof of 5-year residency in Delhi.
- A copy of the marriage invitation card.
- Age proof for the daughter, such as a birth certificate or school leaving certificate.
- A bank passbook showing the account is Aadhaar-linked and based in Delhi.
- An income self-declaration form.
- A photograph of the marriage ceremony.
References
Official Guidelines | Self Declaration Format | FAQ Document
FAQ's
What is the objective of Widow Daughter Marriage Scheme?
This scheme gives financial support of ₹30,000 to poor widows or guardians of orphan girls to help them conduct marriages for up to two daughters.
Is the Aadhaar card mandatory?
Yes, the application requires a singly-operated, Aadhaar-linked bank account located in Delhi to make direct benefit transfers easy.
What if I provide false documents?
The department will start legal and penal action if it finds that support was obtained through false documents, and it will recover the granted amount.
How long does the approval process take?
The department normally processes and approves applications at the district level within 60 days of submission.
Do I need any official recommendation?
Yes, the application should be attested by a Gazetted Officer or the local Member of Parliament or Member of Legislative Assembly.