About this social welfare scheme
This is a welfare scheme by the GNCTD to provide financial assistance to poor widows for performing the marriage of their daughters and to provide financial assistance to the guardians including Homes/Institutions or foster parents of an orphan girl or an orphan girl for her marriage.
The scheme of "Financial Assistance for the Marriage of Daughters of Poor Widows and Orphan Girls" is the welfare scheme by the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi to provide financial assistance to poor widows for performing the marriage of their daughters (up to two daughters) and to provide financial assistance to the guardians including Homes/Institutions or foster parents of an orphan girl or an orphan girl for her marriage.
Note: This scheme was been transferred from the Department for the Welfare of SC/ST/OBC/Min. to Social Welfare Department from the financial year 2006-07.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Financial Assistance For The Marriage Of Daughters Of Poor Widows And Orphan Girls (FAMDPWOG) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Women and Child Development |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Delhi |
| Official portal | edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 1 lakh per year |
| Age | 18+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 18+ years
- 💰Income Rs. 1 lakh tak
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
The quantum of Assistance is one-time Rs. 30,000/- up to two daughters only.
Who qualifies
- Financial assistance can be granted for performing marriage up to two daughters only.
- Residence of a minimum of 5 years in Delhi before the date of application.
- The income of the applicant should be less than Rs. 1,00,000/-per year from all sources (including rent, interest/dividends on savings & investments, earnings from the farm, property sale proceeds, etc.) of the applicant.
- Applicant should have an Aadhar number
- The Applicant should have a single-operated Aadhaar-linked account with any bank in the NCT of Delhi only.
- The applicant should not be in receipt of any assistance from the discretionary fund of the Lt. Governor or the Chief Minister of Delhi for the same purpose.
- The girl whose marriage is to be solemnized should be major on the date of marriage i.e. above 18 years of age.
- The application must be submitted within a period of sixty days, before or after the date of the marriage being solemnized.
Who is not eligible
NA
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The application shall contain the recommendation from the Member of the Legislative Assembly of the National Capital Territory of Delhi or the Member of Parliament of the area concerned.
Registration walkthrough
Online
The application is to be made online on the e-District portal (Delhi) Link: https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/
Steps to register on the e-district portal of GNCTD -
Step 1: Log on to https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/
Step 2: Under Citizen Corner click on "New User"
Step 3: Click on select the document – Aadhar or Voter ID
Step 4: Enter your Aadhar Card Number/Voter ID Card Number
Step 5: Type the Captcha in the box shown. The "Citizen Registration Form" will Open.
Step 6: Fill up all fields including details of the Present Residential Address
Step 7: Enter Captcha, and Click on Continue.
Step 8: Login ID and Password will be received on the given mobile number/e-mail address.
Step 9: Now Registration on the e-district portal is complete
Steps to register for the scheme -
Step 1: Click on Registered User Login. Enter the given login ID and Password. Enter Captcha and Click on Login.
Step 2: Go to Main Page (Main Page) will open click on apply online. Drop Box applies for services will open – click on the link.
Step 3: A list of Departments providing online services shall open – Select the Department of Women & Child Development.
Step 4: Three Financial Assistance Schemes will be shown. Choose the relevant scheme and Click on Apply.
Step 5: Check the BASIC/PERSONAL DETAILS FORM and click on Continue. The form will open fill up all required fields & upload all required documents as per the requirement of the scheme selected.
Step 6: Then click next and upload the photograph. Then click on finish. One OTP will be received on the registered mobile number. Enter OTP and Submit.
Step 7: Acknowledgment of successful submission shall be generated.
Offline
- The application can also be submitted offline at the concerned District Office for the time being. The application form is available at http://www.wcddel.in <downloads> and at all District Offices, DWCD.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aadhaar Number Necessary For Applying For WDM?
Yes, an Aadhaar number is mandatory for filling up the application- without the Aadhaar number, the application portal will not work.
What Kind Of Bank Account Is Required To Avail Of WDM Benefits?
Single operated Aadhar-linked bank account of any bank in Delhi only.
What are documents required for residential proof for WDM benefits?
1. Widow as an applicant want to apply for the marriage of her girl under the scheme, then The Aadhaar card of the widow as the applicant is mandatory and the Aadhaar card of girl whose marriage is being performed is optional.
2. Orphan Girl as applicant want to apply for her marriage under the scheme then the Aadhaar card of the orphan girl as the applicant is mandatory.
3. Proof of Identify (anyone)
• Voter ID card
• Pan card
• Driving License
• Aadhar Card
• Passport
• Insurance Policy Documents
• Electricity Bill/ Water Bill/ Telephone Bill/ Gas Connection receipt
• Bank passbook
• Caste Certificate issued in Delhi
• Service identify card of public/private sector company/established concerned.
• Property Document.
• Any other document which clearly shows at least 5 years of residence in Delhi
What Are The Documents Required For Proof Of Age For A Girl Whose Marriage Is Being Performed?
• Birth Certificate issued by MCD/Registrar-Births & Deaths
• School leaving certificate of class last attended
• Matriculation/10th Certificate
• Hospital discharge slip at the time of birth of the child
• Voter ID card
• Pan card
• Driving License
• Aadhar Card
• Passport
• Age assessment medical certificate
• Any document issued by the Government/Govt. recognized body stating the date and place of birth
Can An Applicant Apply For Financial Assistance Under WDM Who Is Not A Resident Of Delhi?
No, the scheme is only for the residents of Delhi, residing for the last 5 years.
Is There Any Annual Income Limit For Getting Financial Assistance WDM Scheme?
The income of the applicant should be less than Rs. 1,00,000/ per year from all sources of the applicant.
What Is The Quantum Of Financial Assistance Under The WDM Scheme?
Rs. 30,000/- One time.
Is Any Recommendation Or Attestation Required?
Yes, the application should be attested by Gazetted Officer or area MP/MLA.
Is There Any Verification Required Before Getting WDM Scheme Benefits?
• Yes, the District Officer, WCD will verify the documents and if the required home visit will be done before sanctioning assistance or the beneficiary may be called for document verification in District Office (if needed).
• SIR Report to be submitted on e-district at the district level.
What Is The Procedure To Change The Bank Account Details?
Application to be given to the concerned District Office, WCD to change the Bank Account. However, Department is remitting Direct Benefit Transfer (Aadhar Based) payments. Payment of Widow Pension is remitted in Aadhar linked bank account only.
What Is The Procedure To Change The Address? If The Applicant Shifted Within Delhi.
Application has to be given along with documentary proof of changed address to the concerned District W&CD Office.
Is There Any Provision For Punishment? If Anyone Tries To Get Financial Assistance Through Forged Documents.
If the assistance was sanctioned on the furnishing of false documents, penal action will be initiated and appropriate liability levied against the beneficiary for furnishing false documents. Recovery of the amount shall also be done.
What Is The Prescribed Timeline Of Acceptance/ Rejection And Sanctioning For Payment Of The Application Form?
60 Days for sanction of application at the District Level.
How Can I Check My Aadhar Linking Status?
Follow the following steps
Step 1: Go to https://uidai.gov.in
Step 2: Choose Aadhar services
Step 3: Choose Aadhaar Linking Status
Step 4: Enter your 12-digit Aadhar number.
Step 5: Enter Security Code and click on Send OTP
Step 6: After receiving OTP on the registered mobile number, enter OTP.
Details of Aadhar/bank lining status will be available as active and inactive status.
If your Aadhar linking status is seen as:
1) Inactive: Kindly contact your concerned bank branch for further processing of Aadhar linking.
2) Active: Kindly inform the concerned District Office for further processing.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines wcd.delhi.gov.in (PDF)
- FAQ edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in (PDF)
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