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Incentive For The Devadasi Children’s Marriage

Under this scheme, the Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka will give incentives of ₹3.00 lakh for men,₹5.00 lakh for women to the Devadasi's Children who are Married Couples.

Authority

State

Region

Karnataka

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Who can apply

Applicant should be a resident of Karnataka state.; Applicant should belong to the SC community.; Family income from all sources should be within Rs. 5 lakh per annum.; The scheme is applicable within 18 months of marriage.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible to get the benefits under this scheme?

People belonging to the SC community of Karnataka State, who have married Devadasi child are eligible for this scheme.

What are the benefits?

Under this scheme, the Social Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka will give incentive to the Devadasi's Children's Married Couple.

What is the current incentive amount under this scheme and who can avail it?

The couple who are married on or after 01-04-2018 are eligible for a revised rate of incentive (i.e. 3.00 lakh for men, 5.00 lakh for women)

Is the benefit limited to only Devadasi belonging to SC Community?

Yes, the Benefit is Limited To Only Devadasi Belonging To SC Community

Is this scheme only for the followers of Hindu Religion?

Yes, This Scheme is Only For The Followers Of Hindu Religion.

Is there a limit on the annual family income of the applicant?

Yes, the Annual Family Income Of The Applicant should be below [?]5,00,000/-

How to for this scheme?

The application of this scheme can be done only online, the link is- https://sw.kar.nic.in/swincentive/dvds/DVDSRegistrationForm.aspx

Which documents are required for this scheme?

Aadhaar, RD Number of Caste Certificate, RD Number of Income Certificate, Copy of the Bank Passbook, Marriage Registration Certificate, Marriage Photo, and Devadasi Registration Certificate are required for availing benefits under this scheme.

Which document can be used for Permanent Residence Proof?

Aadhaar can be used as an address proof for availing benefits under this scheme.

How to obtain Caste and Income Certificates?

These certificates can be availed online. | The link to get a Caste Certificate is - https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in/Category/Caste%20Certificate.html | The link to get an Income Certificate is - https://sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in/Category/Income%20Certificate.html