Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow
in Uttarakhand
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Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow in Uttarakhand
Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
Apply for Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow in Uttarakhand
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of ₹50,000/- per daughter for the marriage of up to two daughters of destitute widows who are receiving widow pension and whose total monthly income from all sources does not exceed ₹4,000/-, or who belong to BPL families.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
The applicant must be a destitute widow.
The widow must be receiving widow pension.
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.
**Note:** The Social Welfare Department verifies whether the widow is receiving widow pension or not.
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Benefits
Grant Amount: ₹50,000/- per daughter, for the marriage of up to two daughters.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Applicant's mobile number |
| 2 | Aadhaar card |
| 3 | Photograph |
| 4 | Original domicile certificate of Uttarakhand / Permanent residence certificate |
| 5 | CBS bank account linked/seeded with Aadhaar |
| 6 | Valid income certificate or BPL certificate |
| 7 | Ration card |
| 8 | Copy of family register (only for rural areas) |
| 9 | Birth certificates of the bride and groom (School certificate / Birth certificate / Family register / Aadhaar card) |
| 10 | Marriage registration certificate |
| 11 | Affidavit stating that the applicant or their family has availed this benefit only once before or not at all |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand, a destitute widow receiving widow pension, with a monthly income up to ₹4,000/- or belonging to a BPL family. <br>