About this social welfare scheme
The objective of this scheme is to eliminate the practice of untouchability by encouraging marriages between the Scheduled Castes and other castes, under which an incentive of Rs. 50,000/- or an amount as decided by the Government from time to time is awarded.
The scheme "Inter-Caste Marriage Award " has been launched by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of Himachal Pradesh. The objective of the scheme is to eliminate the practice of untouchability by encouraging marriages between the Scheduled Castes and other castes.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Inter-Caste Marriage Award (ICMA) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Himachal Pradesh |
| Official portal | esomsa.hp.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | No lower limit to 50 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 0 to 50 years
- 💍Married
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Under this scheme, a person from another caste who marries a person from a Scheduled Caste receives Rs. 50,000/- or an amount decided by the Government from time to time.
Who qualifies
Eligibility Criteria for Inter-Caste Marriage Award:
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh.
- The age of the couple should not exceed 50 years.
- The marriage must be registered under the applicable Act/Rules.
- The applicant should not have received any Inter-Caste Marriage Award earlier.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Application Process:
Step 1: The interested applicant can download the application form from the official website.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, 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 Concerned District Welfare Officer/Tehsil Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the Concerned District Welfare Officer/Tehsil Welfare Officer 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).
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of this scheme?
The objective is to eliminate the practice of untouchability by promoting marriages between Scheduled Castes and other castes.
Who can apply for this scheme?
Persons belonging to other castes who marry a person from a Scheduled Caste are eligible.
What is the benefit provided under the scheme?
An award of Rs. 50,000 or an amount decided by the Government from time to time is provided.
Is the applicant required to be a resident of Himachal Pradesh?
Yes, the applicant must be a permanent resident of Himachal Pradesh.
What is the age limit for eligibility?
The age of the couple should not be more than 50 years.
Is marriage registration mandatory?
Yes, the marriage must be registered under the appropriate Act/Rules.
Can a person apply more than once under this scheme?
No, the applicant should not have received the Inter-Caste Marriage Award earlier.
Through which authority should the application be forwarded?
The application must be forwarded through the concerned Panchayat or Municipal body.
What documents are required for the application?
Age certificate, caste certificate, Himachali certificate, marriage registration certificate, and photographs of the couple.
How is the award amount decided?
The award amount is decided by the Government from time to time.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines esomsa.hp.gov.in
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
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