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Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mangalyam to the Bridegroom of Weaker Section

The scheme “Grant of Subsidy for Purchase of Mangalyam to the Bridegroom of Weaker Section” by the Dept of Women & Child Development, Govt of Pondicherry, was introduced to provide Financial Assistance of ₹ 2,500/- to the Bridegroom from Weaker Section.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Financial Assistance of ₹ 2,500/-.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a citizen of India.; The bridegroom should be above 21 years of age.; The bride should be above 18 years of age.; The bridegroom should be a native of the UT of Pondicherry.; The annual income of the bridegroom and his parents should be less than ₹ 24,000/­.; The application should be submitted 15 days before the date of marriage.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Is there a specific timeline for submitting the required documents?

The application, along with necessary documents, should be submitted 15 days before the marriage date.

How can applicants contact the relevant authorities for more information?

For additional information, applicants can visit https://wcd.py.gov.in/contact-us.

Can applicants submit the required documents online?

Yes, the necessary documents can be submitted online as part of the application process.

What is the income limit for eligibility?

The annual income of the bridegroom and his parents should be less than [?]24,000.

What is the age criterion for bridegrooms and brides to be eligible?

Bridegrooms should be above 21 years, and brides should be above 18 years of age.

How does one address grievances related to the scheme?

Grievances can be addressed at https://wcd.py.gov.in/ta/central-public-grievance-redress-and-monitoring-system.

When should the application for the scheme be submitted?

Applicants should submit their applications 15 days before the scheduled date of marriage.

How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?

Eligible bridegrooms receive a subsidy of [?]2,500 as financial assistance.

Are there awareness campaigns to educate potential beneficiaries about the scheme?

The Department of Women & Child Development may conduct awareness campaigns to inform potential beneficiaries about the scheme's details and benefits.

Can the financial assistance be used for purposes other than purchasing Mangalyam?

The financial assistance is intended for the specific purpose of purchasing Mangalyam for the bridegroom and should be utilized accordingly.

Can applicants request an extension for the submission of documents in exceptional circumstances?

Extensions for document submission are generally not granted, and applicants are advised to adhere to the stipulated timeline.

Is the scheme limited to a particular community or open to all citizens of India?

The scheme is open to all citizens of India, without any community-specific restrictions.