State Marriage Assistance Scheme
in Ladakh
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State Marriage Assistance Scheme in Ladakh
State Marriage Assistance Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Ladakh.
Apply for State Marriage Assistance Scheme in Ladakh
Scheme Overview
The 'State Marriage Assistance Scheme' offers one-time financial aid to female beneficiaries from families holding AAY or PHH ration cards, with the amount directly credited to their Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. Additionally, divyangjan beneficiaries also receive financial assistance.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should belong to Antodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) or Priority Household (PHH) ration cardholder families.
The bride and bridegroom should be permanent residents of Ladakh
The bride should be above 18 years of age.
The bridegroom should be above 21 years of age.
The marriage should be the first marriage between the bride and the groom.
The divyangjan applicants with benchmark disabilities as defined in “The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 are eligible.
Benefits
One-time financial assistance of ₹50,000/- shall be given to female beneficiaries.
Financial assistance of ₹1,00,000/- has been given to Divyangjan beneficiaries.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Two Passport-size Photographs – Both Bride and Bridegroom. |
| 2 | Aadhaar Card – Both Bride and Bridegroom. |
| 3 | Birth Certificate – Both Bride and Bridegroom. |
| 4 | AAY/PHH Ration card in which Applicant’s or her Father/Husband's (in case of widow) name is mentioned (certificate issued by S.D.M/Tehsildar). |
| 5 | Resident Certificate (issued by S.D.M/Tehsildar). |
| 6 | Death Certificate of ex-husband in case of widow applicant. |
| 7 | Divorce Decree (issued by a court in case of the divorced applicant). |
| 8 | Affidavit (she has not been married before for the unmarried female applicant). |
| 9 | UDID Card Copy or Certificate of Disability. |
How to Apply in Ladakh
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the office of the District Social Welfare and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect fill…
Offline OR The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
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).
Offline 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: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer/ Tehsil Social Welfare Officer/Social Worker of the Department at Leh/Kargil
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Social Welfare Officer/ Tehsil Social Welfare Officer/Social Worker of the Department at Leh/Kargil
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Social Welfare Officer/ Tehsil Social Welfare Officer/Social Worker of the Department at Leh/Kargil to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essentia…
Offline Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Social Welfare Officer/ Tehsil Social Welfare Officer/Social Worker of the Department at Leh/Kargil 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 applicable).
Common questions in Ladakh
Who can apply for State Marriage Assistance Scheme in Ladakh?
Eligible residents of Ladakh who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for State Marriage Assistance Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for State Marriage Assistance Scheme in Ladakh?
Applicants in Ladakh typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
What are the important dates for State Marriage Assistance Scheme?
Key dates are summarized in the table on this page, from 6 January 2024 through 6 January 2024, based on values DeshSeva currently stores for this item.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Ladakh State Marriage Assistance Scheme is a financial aid program providing one-time assistance to eligible female beneficiaries for their marriage.