What you get
The eligible couple will get up to ₹ 50,000/- as financial assistance. The nature of financial assistance is as below – | - Saving Certificate of ₹ 25,000/-. | - ₹ 20,000/- in cash. | - ₹ 4,500/- in the form of household utility. | - ₹ 500/- to attend the marriage incentive program.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Is This A State Funded Or A Centrally Funded Scheme?
This is a 100% State Funded scheme.
Is There Any Application Fee?
No, the entire application process is entirely free of cost.
Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?
No, there is no such mention in the scheme guidelines.
Is It Mandatory For Both The Husband And The Wife To Be Disabled?
No, either the husband or the wife should be disabled in order to be eligible for the matrimonial incentive.
What Should Be The Percentage Of The Disability?
The percentage of disability should be 40% and above.
What Percentage Of The Financial Assistance Will Be In The Form Of Household Utility.?
The amount of [?] 4,500/- will be in the form of household utility.
Will There Be Any Allowance Provided To Attend The Marriage Incentive Program?
Yes, [?] 500/- will be provided to attend the marriage incentive program.
What Percentage Of The Financial Assistance Will Be Provided As Cash?
[?] 20,000/- will be provided as cash.
Why Is Proof Of Age A Mandatory Document For This Scheme?
Proof of age is required to confirm that the husband and wife are of legal marriage age.
Is The Entire Amount Of The Financial Assistance Provided As Cash?
No, only [?] 20,000/- is provided as cash, the rest of the amount is provided as savings certificate, household utility, etc.
What Is The Maximum Amount Of Financial Assistance That One Can Receive Through This Scheme?
The maximum amount of financial assistance that one can receive through this scheme is [?] 50,000/-.
Are There Any Eligibility Criteria Regarding The Percentage Of Disability Of The Applicant?
Yes, the percentage of disability of the applicant should be 40% and above.
Are Orthopedically Handicapped Persons Also Covered In This Scheme?
Yes, this scheme also covers Orthopedically Handicapped Persons.
Is The Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate Of The State Of Maharashtra, A Mandatory Document For This Scheme?
Yes, the Residential Certificate / Domicile Certificate of the State of Maharashtra is a mandatory document for this scheme.
Can I Reapply To This Scheme If I Am Already Availing The Benefits Of This Scheme?
No, you can not reapply to this scheme if you already have availed of its benefits.
What Is The Full Form Of SJSA?
The full form of SJSA is "Social Justice & Special Assistance".
How Do I Know If A Field In The Application Form Is Mandatory?
The mandatory fields have an asterisk (*) mark at the end.
Can Applicants From The Neighboring States Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Etc Also Apply To This Scheme?
No, only the citizens who are permanent residents of the state of Maharashtra are eligible to apply.
Where Can I Find The URL To The Website Of The Dept. Of Social Justice & Special Assistance?
The URL to the official website of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/
Where Can I Find The Link To The Scheme Guidelines?
The Scheme Guidelines can be found at this link - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/scheme-category/disability-welfare
What Is The Address Of The Department Of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government Of Maharashtra?
The address of the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra is: 437, Shankar Sheth Rd, Police Colony, Swargate, Pune, Maharashtra 411042
Where Can I Find The Addresses Of The District Social Welfare Offices?
The addresses of the District Social Welfare Offices can be found at - https://sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in/en/contacts
Where Can I Post My Grievances Related To This Scheme?
You can post your grievances at the Grievance Redressal Portal by the Govt. of Maharashtra: https://grievances.maharashtra.gov.in/en
Is There An Income-Related Criterion For This Scheme?
No, there is no income-related criterion for this scheme.
Where Can I Find The Format Of The Application Form? Is It Available Online?
You need to visit the District Social Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the format of the application form for the scheme from the concerned authority.