Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana
in Bihar
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Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana in Bihar
Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Bihar.
Apply for Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana in Bihar
Scheme Overview
The objective of this scheme is to provide social security to the disabled women/men of the state by encouraging their marriage and providing them financial assistance. This scheme is fully funded by the Government of Bihar.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
At least one individual in the couple (either the bride or groom) should have a disability.
The minimum age requirement at the time of marriage is 18 years for the bride and 21 years for the groom.
The bride and groom should belong to poor families.
Benefits
Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive a grant of ₹1,00,000/-.
**Note 1:** The financial grant is provided to disabled individuals in a couple, and if both spouses are disabled, both are eligible for the grant.
**Note 2:** If a disabled person marries inter-caste, they are entitled to both the disabled marriage grant and the inter-caste marriage grant. For example, if both the husband and wife are disabled and belong to different castes, three units of the grant will be admissible. The wife will be eligible for both the inter-caste marriage grant and the disabled marriage grant, while the husband will be eligible for the disabled marriage grant.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar card of the applicant (Bride & groom) |
| 2 | Latest photograph of the married couple |
| 3 | Identity proofs (e.g., Voter ID Card, Driving License etc.) |
| 4 | Proof of age |
| 5 | Marriage certificate |
| 6 | Disability certificate(s) |
| 7 | Income certificate |
| 8 | Caste certificate(s) |
| 9 | Residence proof |
| 10 | Bank passbook/bank account details |
| 11 | Any additional documents as required |
Common questions in Bihar
Who can apply for Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana in Bihar?
Eligible residents of Bihar who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana in Bihar?
Applicants in Bihar typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eligible beneficiaries will receive a grant of [?]1,00,000/-.