Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-II

Description
The "Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-I" was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme provides financial assistance to the orphan girls for their marriage. The bride should have completed 18 years of age at the time of marriage.

Benefits
• Financial assistance of ₹25,000/-.
• One sovereign (8gm) 22-carat gold coin for making Thirumangalyam.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a girl.
2. The applicant should be an orphan.
3. The bride should be 18 years or above at the time of marriage.
4. The applicant should have a degree passed from regular colleges, distance education/government-recognized open university.
5. The applicant should have a diploma passed from the Institution recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.
Online - via CSC
Step 1: The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.

Step 2: Step 2: The applicant should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.
Online - via CSC
Step 2: The applicant should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.

Step 3: Step 3: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload copies of all the mandatory documents.
Online - via CSC
Step 3: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload copies of all the mandatory documents.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
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40 days before the marriage date (In exceptional circumstances, the application can be submitted one day before the marriage date).

Step 5: Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.

Step 6: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 7: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer/ Extension Officer (Social Welfare).
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer/ Extension Officer (Social Welfare).

Step 8: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if…
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40 days before the marriage date (In exceptional circumstances, the application can be submitted one day before the marriage date).

Required Documents
• Death Certificate of Father & Mother or Orphan Certificate (Issued by a Member of Parliament (MP)/ Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)).
• Income Certificate from Tahsildar.
• Marriage Invitation.
• Age Proof of the Bride.
• Bride’s Photograph.
• Bills towards the Purchase of Marriage Articles for ₹1,000/-.
• Any other document as required by the Department.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls?
A: The objective is to provide financial assistance to orphan girls for their marriage.

Q: What assistance is provided under scheme?
A: [?]50,000 is provided through Electronic Clearing Service along with 1 Sovereign (8gm) 22-carat gold coin for making Thirumangalyam.

Q: Is there an income limit for eligibility?
A: No, there is no income limit for eligibility.

Q: What is the time limit for submitting an application before the marriage date?
A: The application should be submitted 40 days before the marriage date. In exceptional circumstances, it can be submitted one day prior to the marriage date.

Q: Who should be contacted for assistance regarding this scheme?
A: District Social Welfare Officers and Extension Officers (Social Welfare) should be contacted for assistance.

Q: What is the probable time limit for processing applications?
A: Applications are processed within 15 days from the date of receipt.

Q: Will applications submitted after the marriage date be accepted?
A: No, applications received on or after the date of marriage will not be entertained.

Q: Where should grievances be reported at the district level?
A: Grievances should be reported to the District Collector/District Social Welfare Officer.

Q: Where should grievances be reported at the state level?
A: Grievances should be reported to the Director of Social Welfare, 2nd Floor, Panagal Maaligai, Saidapet, Chennai - 600 015, with phone number 044-24351885.

Q: Is there any provision for extending the time limit for submitting applications in exceptional circumstances?
A: Yes, in exceptional circumstances, applications can be submitted one day prior to the marriage date.

Q: Are there any penalties for late submission of applications?
A: Penalties for late submission of applications are not specified in the scheme guidelines.