About this social welfare scheme
The scheme aims to support differently-abled brides/bridegrooms from BPL families by providing financial assistance to meet marriage-related expenses. Under this scheme, an amount of Rs. 30,000/- is provided to Scheduled Tribe, differently-abled brides/bridegrooms for their first marriage.
The scheme "Marriage Assistance to Persons with Disability/BPL" was introduced by the Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs Department, Union Territory of Lakshadweep, for the benefit of persons with disabilities (differently-abled) belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category. The scheme aims to support differently-abled brides or bridegrooms from BPL families by providing financial assistance to meet marriage-related expenses and to encourage them to lead a dignified and normal life. Under this scheme, an amount of Rs. 30,000/- is provided to Scheduled Tribe, differently-abled brides or bridegrooms, and is applicable only for the first marriage.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Marriage Assistance to Person with Disability / BPL (MAPDBPL) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Social Welfare and Tribal Affairs Department, Lakshadweep |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Lakshadweep |
| Official portal | lakshadweep.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Directorate Of Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs, Lakshadweep |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 18,000 per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🏷️ST
- 💰Income Rs. 18,000 tak
- 💍Never Married / Married
- 🍚BPL only
- ♿Divyang (PwD)
- ♿40%+ disability
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- The scheme provides a financial assistance of Rs. 30,000/- to differently-abled individuals belonging to the BPL category for their first marriage.
Mode of Disbursement: The amount will be directly transferred to the beneficiary's bank account.
Frequency of Disbursement: One-time assistance.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a differently-abled person belonging to the Below Poverty Line (BPL) category.
- The applicant should furnish a disability certificate indicating at least 40% disability and must possess a valid ration card.
- The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Tribe category.
- The family income of the applicant should be below Rs. 18,000/- per annum, certified by the Deputy Commissioner (DC) or Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) of the respective island.
- Both spouses should be natives and permanent residents of Lakshadweep/citizens of India.
- The applicant should not have availed benefits under any similar scheme from the State/Central Government or any other agency.
- The eligible beneficiary may marry either a differently-abled person or a non-disabled (normal) person.
- The minimum age requirement is 21 years for the male and 18 years for the female. It should be the first marriage for both individuals.
- The assistance is applicable only for the applicant’s first marriage.
Note: The claim of incentive for marriage allowance will not be claimed as a matter of right.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step 1: Eligible couples may collect the application form from the office of the Director (Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs) of their respective island.
Step 2: Carefully fill out the application form and attach all the required supporting documents.
Step 3: Submit the completed application form along with the documents to the Director (SW&TA) of the respective island, duly forwarded by the DC/SDO of the concerned island and recommended by the Island Level Committee.
Note: The beneficiary can apply for incentive within 30 days from the date of marriage and is applicable up to one year of marriage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the Marriage Assistance to Person with Disability/BPL scheme?
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to differently-abled individuals from the BPL category to support their marriage expenses.
Who implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Directorate of Social Welfare & Tribal Affairs (SW&TA), UT of Lakshadweep.
How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A one-time financial grant of Rs. 30,000/- is provided to eligible beneficiaries.
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
The applicant must be a differently-abled individual belonging to the BPL category and entering their first marriage.
What percentage of disability is required to qualify for the scheme?
The applicant must have a minimum of 40% disability, as certified by a disability certificate.
Is there any income limit for eligibility?
Yes, the family income of the applicant should be below Rs. 18,000/- per year, certified by the DC/SDO of the respective island.
What are the age requirements for eligibility?
The minimum age for eligibility is 21 years for males and 18 years for females
Can the applicant apply if they have already availed benefits from a similar scheme?
No, the applicant should not have availed benefits under a similar scheme from the state/central government or any other agency.
Do both spouses need to be from Lakshadweep to be eligible?
Yes, both spouses should be natives of Lakshadweep and permanent residents of Lakshadweep/citizens of India.
What is the deadline for applying for assistance?
The applicant can apply within 30 days from the date of marriage, and the incentive is applicable up to one year from the date of marriage.
Where can an eligible applicant obtain the application form?
The eligible couples may collect the application form from the office of the Director (SW&TA) of their respective island.
What documents are required to apply?
The applicant must provide a disability certificate (minimum 40%), a ration card, proof of BPL category, and an income certificate from the DC/SDO.
What happens if an applicant fails to apply within 30 days of marriage?
The applicant still has up to one year from the date of marriage to apply for the scheme.
Will the assistance be given in cash or through a bank transfer?
The assistance will be provided through a direct bank transfer to the beneficiary's account.
What if an applicant does not have a bank account?
The applicant must have a bank account, as the assistance is disbursed through direct bank transfer.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines cdn.s3waas.gov.in (PDF)
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