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Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons

“Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons” by the Dept of Social Welfare, Govt of Puducherry supports marriages between differently-abled individuals and those without disabilities. An incentive of ₹1,00,000/- is provided (₹20,000 as cash, and ₹80 as NSC).

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- An incentive of ₹1,00,000/- (₹20,000 in cash and ₹80,000/- in NSC).

Who can apply

The applicant should be a Native/Resident of the Union Territory of Puducherry.; The applicant should have an annual income not exceeding ₹75,000/- per annum.; The bride should be above 18 years of age.; The bridegroom should be above 21 years of age.; The disability of the applicant should be 40% and above.; The marriage should be the first marriage between the bride and the groom.; The marriage should have been registered.; The application should be submitted within 120 days after marriage.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the contact information for direct inquiries?

For direct inquiries, individuals can contact the Social Welfare Department of Puducherry through the details provided at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/contact-us.

Are there any local offices where applicants can seek assistance?

Applicants can visit the Sub Offices of the Social Welfare Department, Puducherry, listed at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sub--office-social-welfare-department for assistance.

How can grievances related to the scheme be addressed?

Grievances can be addressed through the Grievance Redressal portal at https://pgportal.gov.in/.

Where can individuals find the complete guidelines of this scheme?

The detailed guidelines for the scheme are available in the Citizen's Charter at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizen-charter.pdf.

How can citizens track the status of their application?

Applicants can track the status of their application on the official website https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/TrackApplication.aspx.

Are there any time constraints for submitting the application?

Applicants must submit their applications within 120 days after the registered marriage to be eligible for the scheme.

What constitutes the financial benefit under this scheme?

Beneficiaries receive an incentive of [?]1,00,000, with [?]20,000 provided in cash and [?]80,000 in the form of National Savings Certificate (NSC).

What is the primary objective of the "Grant Of Incentive For Marriage Between Differently Abled Person And Normal Persons" scheme?

The scheme aims to encourage and support marriages between differently-abled individuals and those without disabilities.

Is it necessary for the marriage to be registered?

Yes, the marriage must be registered to be eligible for the scheme.

What level of disability is required for eligibility?

Applicants must have a disability of 40% and above to qualify for the scheme.

What is the minimum age requirement for bridegrooms?

Bridegrooms must be above 21 years of age to meet the eligibility criteria.

What is the minimum age requirement for brides?

Brides applying for the scheme should be above 18 years of age.