About this social welfare scheme
This scheme aims to create awareness among parents about the desirability of the girl child and elevate the status of the girl child in the family. The scheme provides an amount of Rs. 30,000/- deposited in the name of the girl child, and in the case of two girl children, Rs. 15,000/- is deposited.
The scheme "Grant of Incentive to the Family having One Girl/Two Girl Children and Parents who have undergone Family Planning" is a financial assistance scheme by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Puducherry. This scheme aims to create awareness among parents about the desirability of the girl child and elevate the status of the girl child in the family. The scheme provides an amount of Rs. 30,000/- deposited in the name of the girl child, and in the case of two girl children, Rs. 15,000/- is deposited in the name of each. The maturity value is given to the girl child/children when she attains the age of 18 years.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Grant of Incentive to the Family having One Girl/Two Girl Children and Parents who have undergone Family Planning (GIFOGC-FP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Women and Child Development Department, Puducherry |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Puducherry |
| Official portal | wcd.py.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline / Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 75,000 per year |
| Age | No lower limit to 21 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 0 to 21 years
- 💰Income Rs. 75,000 tak
- 💍Married
- 📝Offline / Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Financial assistance of Rs. 30,000/- for one girl child, and Rs. 15,000/- for each of two girl children.
- The incentive amount is deposited in the name of the girl child/children and matures when the child reaches 18 years of age.
Who qualifies
- The parents should be citizens of India.
- Either of the parents should be a native of Puducherry by virtue of birth or continuous residence of not less than five years.
- The annual income of the applicant should not exceed Rs. 75,000/- per annum.
- The age of the parents should not be below 21 years for the father and 18 years for the mother at the time of their marriage.
- Either of the parents should have undergone Family Planning in a Central/State Government Hospital/ Private (Registered).
- The parents should have only one girl child/two girl children.
- The marriage of the applicant should be registered in the Registration Department/Municipality/Commune Panchayat.
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In the absence of an Aadhaar Number; the applicant is required to provide his/her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with ANY ONE of the following documents -
1. Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo.
2. Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.
3. Passport.
4. Ration Card.
5. Voter Identity Card.
6. MGNREGA Card.
7. Kisan Photo Passbook.
8. Driving license issued by the Licensing Authority under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988).
9. Certificate of identity having a photo of such person issued by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar on an official letterhead.
10. Any other document as specified by the Department.
Registration walkthrough
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 https://wcd.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/wcdmarrigeofpoorbride.pdfof 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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Frequently asked questions
Can the applicant choose to track the status of their application, and if so, how?
Yes, applicants can track their application status through the official e-district portal.
In the absence of an Aadhaar Number, what alternative documents can be provided along with the Aadhaar Enrolment ID?
Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo, PAN Card, Passport, Ration Card, Voter Identity Card, MGNREGA Card, Kisan Photo Passbook, Driving license, Certificate of identity issued by Gazetted Officer or Tehsildar, or any other specified document.
Which department issues the Income and Residence Certificate?
The Revenue Department issues the Income and Residence Certificate.
How is the number of girl children determined for eligibility, and what documents are needed for this?
The parents should have only one girl child/two girl children, and the Certificate of Birth of Girl Child/Children is required.
What documents are needed to verify the age of the parents applying for the scheme?
Age proof documents such as Birth Certificate/TC of parents are required.
What documents are required to prove the eligibility criteria of annual income not exceeding Rs. 75,000/- per annum?
Income and Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department is required.
How is the citizenship requirement defined for parents applying for the scheme?
The parents should be citizens of India, and either of them should be a native of Puducherry by birth or continuous residence of not less than five years.
What are the eligibility criteria regarding the parents' age and Family Planning?
The parents should be at least 21 years old (father) and 18 years old (mother) at the time of marriage, and either of them should have undergone Family Planning.
Can you explain the maturity conditions for the incentive amount under the scheme?
The deposited amount matures when the girl child reaches 18 years of age.
How much financial assistance is provided for one girl child and each of two girl children?
Rs. 30,000/- is provided for one girl child, and Rs. 15,000/- is deposited in the name of each of two girl children.
Can the parents or legal guardians have any control over the deposited amount until the girl child reaches 18 years of age?
No, the deposited amount is intended for the exclusive benefit of the girl child and cannot be controlled or accessed by parents or guardians.
Does the scheme provide any additional benefits or bonuses along with the initial financial assistance?
The scheme primarily provides the specified financial assistance and does not include additional bonuses or benefits.
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 wcd.py.gov.in (PDF)
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- Contact Us wcd.py.gov.in
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