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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Mukhya Mantri Kanyadaan Yojana

Under Mukhyamantri Kanyadaan Yojana, the daughters of below poverty line families or widows or destitute or family earning less than Rs. 35000-/ year are given finacial help for their marriage by Government of Himachal Pradesh.

Authority

State

Region

Himachal Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

1. The marriage grant at ₹40,000/- in each cases shall be admissible to the parents/guardians of the destitute girl/women for their marriage. | 2. In case of the inmates of Nari Sewa Sadan/ Nari Niketan, Marriage grant of ₹51,000/-, shall be admissible to the girl/women for their marriage.

Who can apply

Girl whose father is not alive and whose guardian’s total income does not exceed ₹35,000/- per annum (excluding MNREGA income).; Girl whose father is incapacitated or bedridden due to physical or mental disability, including prolonged illness, and whose family income does not exceed ₹35,000 /- per annum (excluding MNREGA income).; Orphan girls/neglected girls and women, including inmates of Nari Niketan and former inmates of Balika Ashrams, with no regular source of income.; Deserted/divorced women whose income does not exceed ₹35,000/- per annum (excluding MNREGA income).; Girls/women in moral danger or rescued from immoral trafficking.; Destitute women/girls released after imprisonment under any law.; Daughters of divorced/deserted women whose annual income does not exceed ₹35,000/- per annum (excluding MNREGA income).

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who Is Eligible To Apply For The Mukhya Mantri Kanyadaan Yojana?

Daughters of families below the poverty line, widows, destitute women, and families with an annual income of less than Rs. 35,000 are eligible to apply for the scheme.

What Is The Aim Of The Mukhya Mantri Kanyadan Yojana?

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for the marriage of daughters from economically weaker sections of society and promote gender equality.

How Much Financial Assistance Is Provided Under The Scheme?

The amount of financial assistance provided under the scheme varies and is determined by the state government.

Which documents are required to apply for the scheme?

Proof of Age (Men and Women) | Bonafide Himachali Certificate | Proof of Annual Family Income of applicant | Proof of the Date of Marriage | BPL Certificate

What Is The Application Process For The Scheme?

Interested applicants can apply for the scheme through the official website or through the designated government offices in their area.

Can The Financial Assistance Be Used For Purposes Other Than Marriage?

No, the financial assistance provided under the scheme is meant only for the purpose of marriage.

Can A Family Apply For Financial Assistance For The Marriage Of More Than One Daughter?

Yes, families can apply for financial assistance for the marriage of up to two daughters.

Is There A Deadline For Applying For The Scheme?

There is no specific deadline for applying for the scheme, but interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.