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Financial Assistance for Marriage of Poor Scheduled Caste Brides

The scheme “Financial Assistance for Marriage of Poor Scheduled Caste Brides” was introduced by the Adi Dravidar Welfare Dept, Govt of Puducherry. The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to poor parents from Scheduled Castes for performing the marriage of their daughters.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance of ₹15,000/- in each case for the marriage of their two daughters.

Who can apply

The Parent/Guardian of the bride should be a citizen of India.; The Parent/Guardian of the bride should be from a Scheduled Caste.; The Parent/Guardian of the bride should be a native of Puducherry.; The assistance is provided for the first marriage alone.; The marriage should be registered.; The assistance is available only for two daughters in a family.; The application should be submitted 30 days prior to the date of marriage.; The annual income of the parent/guardian should not exceed ₹2,00,000.; The applicant should not be receiving financial assistance from other sources.; The marriage should be performed in accordance with the law.; The bride should have attained the age of 18 years.; The bridegroom should have attained the age of 21 years.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Is there a specific authority from which the first-time marriage certificate should be obtained?

The first-time marriage certificate should be obtained from MP/MLA/Commissioner of Municipality/Commune Panchayat as specified in the scheme guidelines.

Are there any restrictions on the source of financial assistance for the applicant?

Applicants should not be receiving financial assistance from other sources to be eligible for this scheme.

Can the financial assistance be availed for subsequent marriages?

No, the assistance is provided for the first marriage only, as per the guidelines of the scheme.

When should the application for financial assistance be submitted?

The application must be submitted 30 days prior to the scheduled date of marriage to be considered for financial assistance.

Is there an age requirement for the bride and groom to qualify for this scheme?

Yes, the bride should be at least 18 years old, and the groom should be at least 21 years old at the time of marriage.

How many daughters per family are eligible for financial assistance under this scheme?

Financial assistance is available for the marriage of the first two daughters in a family, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.

Is There Any Application Fee?

No, applicants can rest assured that the entire application process is entirely free of cost. There are no fees associated with applying for this scheme.

Is There Any Compensation For The Delay In The Disbursal Of The Scheme Benefits?

The guidelines do not mention any provision for compensation in the event of delayed disbursement of scheme benefits. Applicants should note that compensation for delays is not part of the scheme's framework.

Can Applicants From The Neighboring States/UTs Also Apply To This Scheme?

Unfortunately, this scheme is exclusively available to permanent residents of the Puducherry. Applicants from neighboring States/UTs, among others, are not eligible to apply.