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Incentive For The Intra Caste Marriage within Scheduled Tribe Community

The scheme "Incentive for Intra Caste Marriage within the Scheduled Tribe Community" was launched by the Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka. The scheme provides an incentive of ₹2,00,000/- to couples who are both from the Scheduled Tribe community but belong to different sub-caste.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Karnataka

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

An incentive of ₹2,00,000/- is provided to the married couple.

Who can apply

The couple should be residing in Karnataka.; Both the partners should be from the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community but from different sub-castes.; The combined annual income of the couple must be less than ₹2,00,000/-.; The couple must apply to this scheme within one year of their marriage.; The marriage should have taken place on or after 1st April 2018.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the "Incentive for Inter-Caste Marriage within the Scheduled Tribe Community" scheme?

The scheme provides financial support to couples who are both Scheduled Tribe (ST) individuals or belong to different sub-castes within the ST community, promoting acceptance and reducing casteism.

Who is eligible for this scheme?

Couples who are both Scheduled Tribe (ST) individuals or belong to different sub-castes within the ST community and reside in Karnataka are eligible for this scheme.

What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?

Couples who marry on or after April 1, 2018, are eligible for a revised incentive of [?]2.00 lakhs.

What is the income eligibility for the scheme?

The total annual income of the couple must be less than [?]2.0 lakhs to qualify for the incentive.

Can couples residing outside Karnataka apply for this scheme?

No, the couple must reside in Karnataka to be eligible for the scheme.

Is the financial incentive for both men and women?

Yes, the [?]2.00 lakh incentive is available to both men and women in the eligible couple.

What is the deadline for submitting the application?

The application must be submitted within one year of the marriage.

Do both individuals in the marriage need to belong to the same sub-caste within the ST community?

No, the couple can belong to different sub-castes within the ST community and still qualify for the incentive.

What documents are required to apply for the scheme?

Applicants will need to submit proof of marriage, income certificates, and other supporting documents as specified by the Tribal Welfare Department.

Can couples from other communities apply for this scheme?

No, only couples who are both from the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community are eligible for the incentive.