Sanction of Enhancement of Marriage Incentive Awards for Marriages Between Persons with Differently Abled and Normal Persons

Description
The scheme "Sanction of Enhancement of Marriage Incentive Awards for Marriages Between Persons with Differently Abled and Normal Persons" by the Dept of Social Welfare, WCD, Government of Andhra Pradesh, aims to encourage social integration and acceptance by promoting marriages between differently abled persons and normal persons, as well as between two differently abled individuals. Through this scheme, a one-time cash incentive of ₹1,50,000/- is provided to eligible differently abled persons entering into such marriages.

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Benefits
• A one-time cash incentive of ₹1,50,000/- is provided to eligible differently abled persons who marry either a normal person or another differently abled person under this scheme.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should ensure that the marriage is between a person with a disability and a person without a disability.
2. The applicant should ensure that neither the bride nor the bridegroom has availed of the incentive award under this scheme earlier.
3. The applicant should ensure that the bridegroom is 21 years of age and the bride is 18 years of age at the time of marriage.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Assistant Director, Welfare of Differently abled and Senior Citizens at district headquarters and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from t…
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Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Assistant Director, Welfare of Differently abled and Senior Citizens at district headquarters and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.

Step 2: 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 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Director.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Assistant Director.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the Assistant Director 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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NOTE: The couple shall be physically present on the date of the verification officer along with a required original certificate and with other details.

Required Documents
• Differently Abled Certificate.
• Marriage Registration Certificate (issued by the competent authority of marriage).
• Three Postcard Size Joint Photographs of the Couple (self-attested)
• Ration Card, Adhaar Card, or Residential Certificate (issued by the Tahsildar).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the Marriage Incentive Award?
A: Either the bride or groom must be differently abled, and they must not have previously availed the incentive award under this scheme.

Q: What is the age requirement for the couple?
A: The bridegroom must be at least 21 years old, and the bride must be at least 18 years old at the time of marriage.

Q: What documents are required to apply for the incentive?
A: Differently abled certificate, marriage registration certificate, three joint photographs, residential certificate, and Aadhar card.

Q: Where can I obtain the application form?
A: The application form can be obtained from the Assistant Director, Welfare of Differently Abled &amp; Senior Citizens at the district headquarters.

Q: How is the verification process conducted?
A: The Tahsildar, as the verification officer, will verify the application and documents. The couple must be physically present during verification.

Q: Can the incentive be availed more than once?
A: No, the incentive can be availed only once by the couple under this scheme.

Q: What if one spouse is not differently abled?
A: The incentive can still be availed if either the bride or groom is differently abled.

Q: Is there any application fee for this scheme?
A: No, there is no application fee for this scheme.

Q: Can the application form be submitted online?
A: No, the application form must be submitted in person at the designated office.

Q: How can we contact the officials for more information?
A: You can contact the Assistant Director, Welfare of Differently Abled &amp; Senior Citizens at the district headquarters for more information.