Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Meant for | BPL Families, Women |
| Level | State, Puducherry |
| Field | Social welfare & Empowerment |
| How to apply | Offline / Online |
Contents of this entry
Overview
This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to poor brides living below the poverty line to meet their marriage expenses. The assistance amount is Rs. 25,000, and it is granted for the first marriage of the bride. The scheme is implemented through the Department of Women and Child Development.
The scheme "Grant of Financial Assistance for Performance of Marriage of Poor Brides Living Below Poverty Line" is a financial assistance scheme by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Puducherry. This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to poor brides living below the poverty line to meet their marriage expenses. The assistance amount is Rs. 15,000, and it is granted for the first marriage of the bride. The scheme is implemented through the Department of Women and Child Development.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|
Benefits
Financial assistance of Rs. 25,000 for marriage expenses.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 years or older
- Family income
- Up to Rs. 75,000 a year
- Gender
- Female
- Also for
- Below poverty line families
- State
- Puducherry
- The annual income of the applicant should not exceed Rs. 75,000 per annum.
- The parents/guardian of the bride should be a citizen of India and a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or by continuous residence of 5 years or more.
- The assistance is payable only for the first marriage of the bride.
- The marriage should be performed in accordance with the law in force on the date of marriage.
- The assistance is given for the performance of the marriage of one daughter only.
- The bride should have attained the age of 18 years, and the bridegroom 21 years on the date of marriage.
Documents
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1. Aadhaar Card of Bride.
2. Aadhaar Card father.
3. Aadhaar Card Mother.
4. Anganwadi Certificate (format).
5. Applicant photo.
6. Birth Certificate / TC of Bride.
7. Birth Certificate / TC of Bride Groom.
8. Certificate by MLA or Gazetted officer.
9. Form IV (format).
10. Gazetted Form.
11. Income Certificate (from the Revenue Department) (format).
12. Marriage Invitation.
13. Marriage Photo.
14. Marriage Registration Certificate (obtained from the registration department/Municipality/Commune Panchayat).
15. Ration Card.
16. Residence Certificate (from the Revenue Department) (format).
17. Undertaking Form (format).
18. Voter Card of Bride.
19. Voter Card of Father.
20. Voter Card of Mother.
21. Xerox Copy of the first page of the bank passbook of the Applicant.
22. Aadhaar Number.
23. Declaration (format).
In the absence of an Aadhaar Number; the applicant is required to provide his/her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with and ANY ONE of the following documents -
Application steps
Offline
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Women and Child Development, 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.
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).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
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 applicable).
Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application number will also be received on your Registered Mobile Number / Registered Email ID.
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Questions and answers
How does the scheme address the financial needs of poor brides living below the poverty line for their marriage expenses?
The scheme addresses the financial needs by providing a fixed financial assistance amount of Rs. 25,000 for the marriage expenses of eligible brides.
Is the financial assistance amount the same for every eligible beneficiary, or does it vary based on specific criteria?
The financial assistance amount is fixed at Rs. 25,000 for every eligible beneficiary.
What is the significance of the Citizen's Charter, and where can interested applicants find it for reference?
The Citizen's Charter provides detailed information, and interested applicants can refer to it at https://wcd.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizens-charter-english.pdf.
How is the marriage date related to the application submission process for offline applicants?
Offline applicants must submit the application form along with documents at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
Can you specify the official website for the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry for online applications?
The official website for online applications is https://edistrict.py.gov.in/.
How does the scheme define the eligibility regarding the age of the bride and groom at the time of marriage?
The bride should be at least 18 years old, and the groom should be at least 21 years old on the date of marriage.
Can you clarify the conditions under which financial assistance is granted for the first marriage of the bride?
The assistance is payable only for the first marriage of the bride, and the marriage should be performed in accordance with the prevailing law on the date of marriage.
What is the significance of the Aadhar Number in the list of required documents, and is there an alternative if the applicant doesn't possess one?
The Aadhar Number is essential; however, if unavailable, the applicant can provide Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with specified alternative documents like Voter Identity Card or PAN Card.
How are applicants notified about their selection or rejection, and who is responsible for this communication?
The selection process is periodic, and applicants are informed about their status by the Anganwadi Worker or through a formal letter.
Could you explain the detailed application process for offline applicants, especially concerning submission timelines?
Offline applicants must submit the filled and signed application form, along with documents, to the Deputy Director or Child Development Project Officer at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
How is the financial assistance amount disbursed to the beneficiaries, and what is the mode of disbursement?
The financial assistance of Rs. 25,000 is directly disbursed to the beneficiary.
Can you elaborate on the eligibility criteria regarding the citizenship of the bride's parents or guardian under this scheme?
The parents or guardian of the bride should be a citizen of India and a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or by continuous residence of 5 years or more.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Documents from the provider
- Citizen's Charter wcd.py.gov.in, PDF
- RTI Manual py.gov.in, PDF
- Contact Us wcd.py.gov.in
- Grievance Redressal wcd.py.gov.in
- Track Your Application edistrict.py.gov.in
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Filed under
- StatePuducherry270
- FieldSocial welfare & Empowerment1447
- FieldWomen and Child468
- Eligible groupBPL Families172
- Eligible groupWomen452
- AgencyWomen and Child Development Department, Puducherry17
- LevelState4048
- Award typeCash2722
- KeywordBelow Poverty Line42
- KeywordBPL110
- KeywordBride8
- KeywordFinancial Asisstance19
- KeywordMarriage114
- KeywordPoor7
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