About this social welfare scheme
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of Rs. 25,000/- to couples on marriage, where at least one partner has 40% or more disability and marries a non-disabled person, or where both partners have disabilities.
The scheme "Incentive Scheme for Marrying a Disabled Young Man/Woman" has been implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to individuals with 40% or more disability when they marry a non-disabled person, or when both partners have disabilities.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Incentive Scheme for Marrying a Disabled Young Man/Woman (ISMDYMW) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department Of Social Welfare |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Uttarakhand |
| Official portal | socialwelfare.uk.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 21 to 45 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 21 to 45 years
- 💍Married
- ♿Divyang (PwD)
- ♿40%+ disability
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
On marriage, the couple is given Rs. 25,000/- as incentive.
Who qualifies
- The applicant couple should be residents of Uttarakhand or have been domiciled in the state for at least five years.
- The couple must be citizens of India.
- The couple should not be income tax payers.
- Neither partner should have a living spouse at the time of marriage.
- No member of the couple should have been convicted in any criminal case.
- The benefit is provided when a person with 40% or more disability marries a non-disabled person, or when both partners have disabilities.
- At the time of marriage, the groom should be between 21 and 45 years of age.
- At the time of marriage, the bride should be between 18 and 45 years of age.
- The marriage should be conducted in accordance with prevailing social customs and traditions or be legally registered.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- At present, applications for this scheme are submitted offline. The application form can be obtained from the office of the Assistant Social Welfare Officer or downloaded from the departmental website (https://socialwelfare.uk.gov.in). The duly filled application form, in the prescribed format, must be submitted to the office of the Assistant Social Welfare Officer."
- The following documents must be attached with the application form: Aadhaar card of the couple, Disability Certificate, Copy of U.D.I. card, Permanent residence certificate / certificate confirming residence in the state for at least 5 years, Copy of bank account statement, Copy of marriage registration certificate, Affidavit (stating that the applicant is not an income tax payer, not involved in any criminal activities, and does not have any living spouse from before)
- The applications will be verified by the Assistant Social Welfare Officer and forwarded to the District Social Welfare Officer with recommendations based on eligibility. At the district level, the District Committee will review the application, and upon approval, the incentive amount will be provided to the applicant as per rules.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Couples where at least one partner has 40% or more disability and fulfills the other eligibility criteria are eligible.
What is the minimum disability percentage required to apply?
A minimum of 40% disability, as certified by a competent medical authority, is required.
Do both partners need to have disabilities to avail of the benefit?
No. The benefit is available if at least one partner has the required disability, or if both partners are disabled.
How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A one-time incentive of Rs. 25,000/- is provided to eligible couples after marriage.
What is the residency requirement for applicants?
At least one partner must be a resident or domiciled in Uttarakhand for a minimum of five years.
Are Indian citizenship requirements applicable?
Yes. Both partners must be citizens of India.
Can income tax payers apply for this scheme?
No. Neither partner should be an income tax payer to be eligible.
Is there any age limit for the bride and groom?
Yes. At the time of marriage, the groom must be between 21 and 45 years, and the bride between 18 and 45 years.
Is it necessary for the marriage to be registered?
Yes. The marriage must either be conducted as per prevailing social customs/traditions or be legally registered, and proof must be provided.
Where can I get the application form?
The application form can be collected from the office of the Assistant Social Welfare Officer or downloaded from https://socialwelfare.uk.gov.in.
Where should I submit the completed application?
Submit the completed application form with the required documents to the office of the Assistant Social Welfare Officer.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines (Page No. 18) uk.gov.in (PDF)
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