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Grant of Incentive for Marriage Between Differently Abled Person

Through this scheme, an incentive of ₹2,00,000/- is provided, comprising ₹40,000 in cash and ₹1,60,000/- in the form of a National Savings Certificate (NSC), for the marriage between differently-abled individuals. The selection is periodical and depends on the availability of funds.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

An Incentive of ₹ 2,00,000/- (₹ 40,000 in cash and ₹ 1,60,000/- in the form of 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 bride and the bridegroom 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

Is the selection for this scheme ongoing, or does it occur periodically?

The selection for the scheme is periodical and depends on the availability of funds.

How is the incentive amount of ₹2,00,000 distributed between cash and NSC?

The [?]2,00,000 incentive is distributed as [?]40,000 in cash and [?]1,60,000 in the form of National Savings Certificate (NSC).

Are there any conditions or restrictions on the utilization of the ₹40,000 cash component of the incentive?

The [?]40,000 cash component is provided to support immediate financial needs related to the marriage, with no specific conditions on its utilization.

Is the incentive amount subject to change, and if so, what factors influence such adjustments?

The incentive amount is subject to periodic review, and adjustments may be made based on factors such as economic conditions and the scheme's objectives.

Are there any tax implications on the ₹2,00,000 incentive provided under the scheme?

As of the current information available, there is no specific information on tax implications.

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?

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

What are the mandatory fields to be filled in the online application form?

The application form requires filling in fields marked with a red asterisk, including personal details and necessary documents.

Are there sub-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.

Where can individuals find contact information for direct inquiries?

For direct inquiries, individuals can refer to the "Contact Us" section at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/contact-us.

How can individuals address grievances related to the scheme?

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

What is the official document containing detailed guidelines for the scheme?

Detailed guidelines for the scheme can be found in the Citizen's Charter at https://socwelfare.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizen-charter.pdf.

Where can applicants track the status of their application?

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

Is there a specific time frame for submitting the application after marriage?

Yes, the application should be submitted within 120 days after the registered marriage.