About this social welfare scheme
The 'Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Ninaivu Inter-caste Marriage Assistance Scheme' was launched by the Social Welfare & Women Empowerment Dept. Tamil Nadu. The aim is to abolish caste & community discrimination by encouraging inter-caste marriage by giving financial assistance to newly married couples.
The 'Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Ninaivu Inter-caste Marriage Assistance Scheme' was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme's objective is to abolish caste and community discrimination by encouraging inter-caste marriage by giving financial assistance to newly married couples of whom one spouse is from other community (Forward Community) and the other from the Backward Class / Most Backward Class Community.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Ninaivu Inter-caste Marriage Assistance Scheme-II (DMRNICMASII) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Social Welfare and Women Empowerment |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Tamil Nadu |
| Official portal | tnega.tn.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online - via CSC |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 18+ years
- 🏷️OBC
- 📝Online - via CSC
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 given to the newly married couple.
- 1 Sovereign (8 gm) 22-carat gold coin for making Thirumangalyam.
Mode of Disbursal:
Rs. 30,000 through Electronic Clearing Service and Rs. 20,000 in the form of National Savings Certificate.
Who qualifies
- The couple should belong to a backward class / most backward class community.
- The bride should have passed the 10th standard.
- The bride should have studied up to Vth standard in the case of the scheduled tribe.
- The age of the bride should be above 18 years at the time of marriage.
- The bride should have a degree passed from regular colleges, distance education/government-recognized open university.
- The applicant should have a diploma holder passed from the Institution recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online - via CSC
Step 1: The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.
Step 2: The applicant should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.
Step 3: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields and upload copies of all the mandatory documents.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Application Deadline:
The application should be submitted before the child completes 3 years of age.
Frequently asked questions
What is the application deadline for the scheme?
The application should be submitted before the child completes 3 years of age.
What educational qualifications are required for the bride?
The bride should have a degree from regular colleges, distance education/government-recognized open university, or a diploma from an institution recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.
What is the age requirement for the bride under the scheme?
The bride's age should be above 18 years at the time of marriage.
What are the eligibility criteria for the couple?
The couple should belong to a backward class / most backward class community, and the bride should have passed the 10th standard.
What is the mode of disbursal for the financial assistance?
30,000 is disbursed through Electronic Clearing Service, and Rs. 20,000 is provided in the form of National Savings Certificate.
How much financial assistance is provided to the newly married couple under the scheme?
Rs. 50,000 is given to the newly married couple, along with a 1 Sovereign (8 gm) 22-carat gold coin for making Thirumangalyam.
Who launched the 'Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Ninaivu Inter-caste Marriage Assistance Scheme'?
The scheme was launched by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Can a diploma holder apply for the scheme?
Yes, a diploma holder passed from an institution recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu, is eligible to apply.
Are there any specific educational requirements for the bride from the scheduled tribe?
Yes, the bride from the scheduled tribe should have studied up to Vth standard.
What details should be included in the receipt obtained from the CSC during the application process?
The receipt should contain essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
What is the significance of the 1 Sovereign (8 gm) 22-carat gold coin provided in the scheme?
The gold coin is provided for making Thirumangalyam, adding cultural significance to the financial assistance.
How does the scheme contribute to social objectives?
The scheme contributes to social objectives by encouraging inter-caste marriages, aiming to eliminate caste and community discrimination.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Citizen's Charter cms.tn.gov.in (PDF)
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