About this social welfare scheme
The "Shagun Yojana" aims to assist BPL families with financial aid for the marriage of their daughters. A grant of Rs. 31,000 is provided to the girl/women.
Launched in 2021, the scheme "Shagun Yojna" by the Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Himachal Pradesh, aims to provide financial assistance to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families for the marriage of their daughters. Under this scheme, a marriage grant is provided to parents, guardians, or the girl herself if her parents are not alive or traceable. The scheme is implemented by the District Programme Officer through the Child Development Project Officer.
Objectives:
- To support BPL families with financial assistance for the marriage of girls above 18 years of age.
- To ensure that eligible girls receive aid even if marrying outside Himachal Pradesh.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Shagun Yojana (SY) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Social Justice and Empowerment |
| Launch year | 2021 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Himachal Pradesh |
| Official portal | himachal.nic.in |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online / Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| Age | 21+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 21+ years
- 🍚BPL only
- 📝Online / Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- A one-time financial grant of Rs. 31,000 is provided for the marriage of BPL girls/women.
NOTE:
- The grant is given to parents/guardians or the girl herself (if her parents are not alive/traceable).
- The grant can be disbursed up to 2 months before the proposed date of marriage.
- If the marriage has already taken place, the grant may be claimed within 6 months of the marriage date.
Who qualifies
- The girl applicant must be a bonafide resident of Himachal Pradesh.
- The girl must be 18 years of age or above at the time of marriage.
- The marriage grant will be given even if the girl from Himachal Pradesh is marrying a boy from outside the state of Himachal Pradesh.
- The family of the applicant girl must be living below the poverty line (BPL).
- If the parents of the girl are not alive or traceable, the girl herself can apply.
- The groom must be above 21 years of age.
- The applicant should not have availed benefits from Mukhyamantri Kanyadan Yojna or any other similar departmental marriage grant scheme.
- Those destitute left out women who are not financially able to perform their re-marriage can also apply.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
- Applicants have to go to the official website of the e-district Himachal Pradesh.
- On the home page, click on the option of Citizen Login and New Registration.
- On the new page, applicants will have to enter the required details and upload photo identity proof with a profile image.
- Now applicants log in again by clicking on the option of Citizen Login.
- Applicants have to enter their Udar ID password and select the user type.
- Now applicants have to click on the option of Himachal Pradesh Vivah Shagun Yojana Apply here.
- Now the application form will open on the screen.
- Applicants have to enter all the important information asked in this application form.
- Upload all the important documents and submit
Offline
Application Process:
Obtain Application Form:
Collect the prescribed form (Annexure "A") from the local office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO), Nari Sewa Sadan, or Balika Ashram.
OR
The applicant may download the application form (Annexure "A") from the official website.
Fill and Attach Documents:
Fill out the form and attach all required documents as listed above.
Submit Application:
Submit the completed application to the CDPO/Incharge of Nari Sewa Sadan/Superintendent of Balika Ashram.
NOTE:
The application must be submitted within 6 months from the date of marriage to be considered or two months prior to the proposed marriage date.
Verification Process:
The verifying authority checks all details and ensures the applicant has not received similar benefits from other schemes.
Sanction and Disbursement:
The District Programme Officer sanctions the grant.
The sanctioned amount is transferred to the CDPO, who disburses it into the applicant’s bank account.
If the application is approved before the marriage, the amount may be disbursed up to two months in advance.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 11 Jun 2021 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to avail the Shagun Yojna Benefits ?
For this scheme, permanent residents of Himachal Pradesh living below the poor line can apply for financial assistance for the marriage of their daughters.
What Is The Minimum Age Of Girl To Avail The Benefits Of The Shagun Yojna ?
The Minimum Age Of The Girl Will Be 18.
What Is The Minimum Age Of Groom To Avail The Benefits Of The Shagun Yojna ?
The Minimum Age Of The Girl Will Be 21.
Can a widow also apply for this scheme?
Yes, This Scheme Is Also For Widow Women.
Will I get the benefits of this scheme if I get married in another state?
Yes, The Benefit Of This Scheme Will Be Available Even If You Get Married In Another State.
How much amount will be received under Himachal Pradesh Shagun Yojana 2023?
The State Government Will Provide A Total Financial Assistance Of Rs.31000.
Can I apply for the scheme even after getting married?
Yes, The Application Can Be Made Within Six Months After The Marriage. And Application Can Also Be Made Two Months Before The Marriage.
How to apply for this scheme ?
1. Applicants have to go to the official website of the e-district Himachal Pradesh.
2. Follow further instructions.
What documents are required ?
1. Birth certificate of girl & boy.
2. Himachali Bonafide certificate of girl issued by a competent revenue officer.
3. BPL Certificate of parents /guardians of the girl issued by the competent authority.
4. Copy of the bank account passbook of the applicant.
5. Certificate of the proposed date of marriage issued by Gram Panchayats/MC/ Nagar Panchayat.
6. In case. il marriage has already taken place. certificate issued by the marriage registrar.
7. In case of death ‘missing of parents. certificate issued by the Gram Panchayat/M.C
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