About this social welfare scheme
The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance for marriage with a view to social rehabilitation of persons with disabilities who do not fall under the category of income tax payers.
Launched on 1st April 2005 by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Chhattisgarh, the scheme "Disabled Wedding Incentive Scheme" provides financial assistance for marriage to the persons with disabilities who do not fall under the category of income tax payers. The objective of the scheme is to socially rehabilitate the persons with disabilities. In case both husband and wife and differently-abled, the couple is provided with Rs. 50,000/- (lump sum). In case either husband or wife is differently-abled, the couple is provided with Rs. 1,00,000/- (lump sum). The application needs to be submitted in the prescribed form to the Joint Director / Deputy Director, Panchayat and Social Welfare of the district.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Disabled Marriage Incentive Scheme (DWIS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Welfare Department |
| Launch year | 2005 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Chhattisgarh |
| Official portal | sw.cg.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Social Welfare Department, Government Of Chhattisgarh |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- ♿Divyang (PwD)
- ♿40%+ disability
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- In case both husband and wife and differently-abled, the couple is provided with Rs. 50,000/- (lump sum).
- In case either husband or wife is differently-abled, the couple is provided with Rs. 1,00,000/- (lump sum).
- The amount will be disbursed to the concerned beneficiary directly through NEFT/RTGS, whenever possible.
*The incentive amount will be jointly payable to the eligible couple.
*If the marriage is dissolved without a valid reason within five years of the wedding date, the entire incentive amount will be recovered as land revenue.
*Incentive amount will be given only once in a lifetime.
Who qualifies
- At least one partner in the couple should be a native of Chhattisgarh.
- The applicant should have a disability of 40% or above (as per Section 2 of the Persons with Disabilities Act, 1995).
- The applicant’s marriage should be conducted as per social customs or legally solemnized by a competent court.
- The applicant should not be an income taxpayer.
- The age of the bride at the time of marriage should be 18 to 45 years.
- The age of the bridegroom at the time of marriage should be 21 to 45 years.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- The application should be submitted in the prescribed form with a joint signature/thumb impression to the Joint Director / Deputy Director, Panchayat and Social Welfare of their respective district.
- The grant/assistance is sanctioned by the District Collector on the recommendation of the Joint Director/Deputy Director, Panchayat and Social Welfare.
Deadline: The application for incentive amount will only be accepted if submitted within a maximum of 6 months of marriage.
*The Joint Director/Deputy Director of the Social Welfare District Office has the authority to approve or reject the applications received. However, if any application is rejected, the Joint Director/Deputy Director must provide appropriate reasons for the rejection.
*The applicant will be notified of the decision, whether it is an acceptance or rejection, within a maximum of 30 days from the date of receipt in the office.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Apr 2005 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
What is the main objective of the scheme?
The main objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to persons with disabilities for their marriage, promoting social rehabilitation and inclusion.
Who is eligible for the financial assistance under this scheme?
To be eligible, at least one person in the couple must be disabled with a disability of 40% or more, both partners must be native to Chhattisgarh, and neither should be income tax payers. The age of the bridegroom should be between 21 and 45 years, and the bride should be between 18 and 45 years.
How much financial assistance is provided if one partner is disabled?
If either the bride or groom has a disability, a lump-sum financial assistance of Rs. 50,000/- is provided.
What is the amount of financial assistance if both partners are disabled?
If both individuals in the couple are disabled, the scheme provides a financial assistance of Rs. 1,00,000/-.
Is the incentive amount payable to only one person or both?
The incentive amount is jointly payable to the eligible couple.
Can the incentive amount be claimed more than once?
No, the incentive amount can be claimed only once in a lifetime.
What happens if the marriage is dissolved within five years?
If the marriage is dissolved without a valid reason within five years of the wedding date, the entire incentive amount will be recovered as land revenue.
What is the application process for the scheme?
Applicants must submit their application with joint signatures or thumb impressions in the prescribed format to the Joint/Deputy Director of the Social Welfare Department in their respective district.
Is there a deadline to apply for the incentive?
Yes, the application for the incentive must be submitted within a maximum of 6 months from the date of marriage.
Who sanctions the assistance amount?
The District Collector sanctions the assistance amount based on the recommendations of the Joint/Deputy Director of the Social Welfare Department.
How long does it take for an application to be processed?
The approving authority must make a decision on the registered application and inform the applicant within a maximum of 30 days from the date of receipt in the office.
How is the incentive amount disbursed to the beneficiary?
Upon approval, the amount is disbursed directly to the beneficiary through NEFT/RTGS, whenever possible.
Can a couple who are income tax payers apply for this scheme?
No, couples who are income tax payers are not eligible for this scheme.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Official Website sw.cg.gov.in
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