Back to Schemes
Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Grant for Marriage of Daughters of Scheduled Caste Individuals

The scheme aims to provide a grant of ₹50,000/- per daughter to Scheduled Caste families, for a maximum of two daughters, whose total monthly family income from all sources does not exceed ₹4,000/- or who belong to a BPL family, to help cover marriage expenses.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Grant Amount: ₹50,000/- per daughter, for the marriage of up to two daughters.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.; The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste category.; The family’s total monthly income from all sources must not exceed ₹4,000/-, or the family must belong to the BPL category.; At the time of marriage, the bride’s age must be between 18 and 45 years.; At the time of marriage, the groom’s age must be between 21 and 45 years.; The grant is applicable for the marriage of up to two daughters.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the main objective of this scheme?

The aim is to support economically weaker Scheduled Caste families in meeting the marriage expenses of their daughters.

How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?

₹50,000 is provided for each daughter’s marriage, for a maximum of two daughters.

Who is eligible to apply?

Families belonging to the Scheduled Caste category with a total monthly income of ₹4,000/- or less, or holding a BPL card, can apply.

How many daughters in a family can get the benefit?

A maximum of two daughters per family are eligible for the grant.

What is the age requirement for the bride?

The bride must be at least 18 years old and less than 45 years old at the time of marriage.

What is the age requirement for the groom?

The groom must be at least 21 years old and less than 45 years old at the time of marriage.

Can the benefit be availed for a second marriage?

No. The scheme applies only to the first marriage of the daughter.

Where can I apply for the scheme?

Applicant can apply online through the Department’s pension portal https://ssp.uk.gov.in/, Umang mobile app, Apni Sarkar portal https://eservices.uk.gov.in, or by visiting a Common Service Centre (CSC).

What is the time frame for applying?

Applications must be submitted between 1st March and 28th February of the same year in which the marriage takes place.

How will the grant be paid?

The grant amount will be transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account.