About this social welfare scheme
The scheme “Marriage Assistance to Daughters of Prisoners” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala.
The scheme “Marriage Assistance to Daughters of Prisoners” was launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. The Government of Kerala has implemented this scheme which provides financial assistance for the marriage of the daughters of those who have been undergoing imprisonment for more than 2 years. The maximum amount of financial assistance will be Rs. 30,000/- per person, during the first phase of the scheme as many as 20 such families will be assisted.
When a person commits a crime and gets sentenced to imprisonment, his family is vulnerable to financial instability, poverty, debt, and potential housing disruption. They often get stigmatized and marginalized in society following the incarceration of a family member. Due to the poor financial conditions, the family members find it difficult to ensure proper education for their children and marry off their daughters. Therefore, the Government of Kerala has implemented this scheme for the upliftment of such a target population.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Marriage Assistance To Daughters Of Prisoners (MADP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Justice Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Kerala |
| Official portal | suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | District Probation Office, Kerala |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 🍚BPL only
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Under the scheme, the maximum amount of financial assistance will be Rs. 30,000/- per person.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.
- The applicants must belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
- Either the father or the mother should be undergoing imprisonment for more than two years.
Note 01: The application must be submitted after six months of marriage and within one year period.
Note 02: A maximum of two girls from a family can get financial assistance for marriage.
Note 03: Once the marriage grant has been sanctioned, if the existing marriage is dissolved and remarried for any reason, the grant will not be eligible.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Registration Process:
Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal
Step 02: On the home page, click on “One time Registration”
Step 03: Fill in the details like Name, Email ID & Mobile Number and click on ‘Register’.
Step 04: The applicant needs to enter the verification code received on the mobile number and click on ‘Verify’.
Step 05: Now, a form will open to create the new profile, fill in all the mandatory details and click on ‘Register’.
Login/Application Process:
Step 01: Once the registration process is completed, the applicant should visit SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal and click on “Citizen Login”.
Step 02: Enter the user name i.e. Mobile Number and Password and click on “Sign in”.
Step 03: Now, the applicant needs to update all their details i.e. Personal Information, Contact Details, Identity Cards & Bank Details by clicking on the 'Edit' button.
Step 04: Once the applicant updated their profile successfully, the schemes will appear on the left side of the screen.
Step 05: Select the scheme and click on the “Apply Now” button.
Step 06: Fill in all the mandatory details in the application form and click on the ‘Submit’ button.
Note: The application must be submitted after six months of marriage and within one year period.
Offline
Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit the official website of the Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala to download the application form.
Step 02: The applicant needs to fill out the application form completely.
Step 03: The duly filled application form along with supporting documents has to be submitted through the concerned Jail Superintendents / Probation Officers.
Step 04: Jail Superintendents / Probation Officers should consider the applications and submit them to the Director of Social Justice with recommendations.
Step 05: Financial assistance will be handed over to the father, mother, or daughter based on the report submitted by the District Probation Officer.
Step 06: The amount will be transferred to the respective person’s bank account.
Note: The application must be submitted after six months of marriage and within one year period.
Frequently asked questions
What is the “Marriage Assistance To Daughters of Prisoners” scheme?
The Government of Kerala has implemented this scheme which provides financial assistance for the marriage of the daughters of those who have been undergoing imprisonment for more than 2 years. The maximum amount of financial assistance will be Rs. 30,000/- per person, during the first phase of the scheme as many as 20 such families will be assisted.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Social Justice Department, Government of Kerala
Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
The dependent family member of a prisoner is eligible to apply under the scheme for marriage assistance of his/her daughters.
Is this scheme only for the daughters of prisoners?
Yes, this scheme is only for the unmarried daughters of prisoners.
Is this scheme only for a resident of Kerala?
Yes, the applicant should be a native and resident of Kerala State.
Is this scheme only for Below Poverty Line (BPL) category?
Yes, the applicants should belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
For the marriage of how many girls a family will get financial assistance?
A maximum of two girls from a family can get financial assistance for marriage.
Will the beneficiary be eligible to get a marriage grant if the existing marriage is dissolved and remarried for any reason?
No, once the marriage grant has been sanctioned, if the existing marriage is dissolved and remarried for any reason, the grant will not be eligible.
What is the benefit of the scheme?
Under the scheme, the maximum amount of financial assistance will be Rs. 30,000/- per person.
After how many days of marriage the application has to be submitted?
The application must be submitted after six months of marriage and within one year period.
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicant should visit the Official Portal- SUNEETHI- Online Service Application Portal. https://suneethi.sjd.kerala.gov.in
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Offline link sjd.kerala.gov.in (PDF)
- Official Website sjd.kerala.gov.in
- Order/Notice sjd.kerala.gov.in (PDF)
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