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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

State Marriage Assistance Scheme

The 'State Marriage Assistance Scheme' offers one-time financial aid to female beneficiaries from families holding AAY or PHH ration cards, with the amount directly credited to their Aadhaar-linked bank accounts. Additionally, divyangjan beneficiaries also receive financial assistance.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Ladakh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- One-time financial assistance of ₹50,000/- shall be given to female beneficiaries. | - Financial assistance of ₹1,00,000/- has been given to Divyangjan beneficiaries.

Who can apply

The applicant should belong to Antodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) or Priority Household (PHH) ration cardholder families.; The bride and bridegroom should be permanent residents of Ladakh; The bride should be above 18 years of age.; The bridegroom should be above 21 years of age.; The marriage should be the first marriage between the bride and the groom.; The divyangjan applicants with benchmark disabilities as defined in “The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 are eligible.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is the Ladakh State Marriage Assistance Scheme?

The Ladakh State Marriage Assistance Scheme is a financial aid program providing one-time assistance to eligible female beneficiaries for their marriage.

Who is eligible for the Ladakh State Marriage Assistance Scheme?

Female beneficiaries belonging to Antodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) or Priority Household (PHH) ration cardholder families, and Divyangjan beneficiaries with benchmark disabilities as defined in "The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016".

What financial assistance is provided under this scheme?

Female beneficiaries receive [?]50,000, while Divyangjan beneficiaries receive [?]1,00,000/-.

What are the age requirements for the bride and groom to be eligible for the scheme?

The bride must be 18 years or above, and the groom must be 21 years or above.

Must the beneficiaries be residents of Ladakh?

Yes, both the bride and groom must be permanent residents of Ladakh.

How is the financial assistance provided to the beneficiaries?

The financial assistance is credited to the beneficiary's Aadhar-linked savings bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

What documents are required to apply for the scheme?

Applicants need to provide proof of AAY or PHH ration card, Aadhar card, proof of residence in Ladakh, age proof, and disability certificate (for Divyangjan beneficiaries).

Where should applications be submitted?

Applications must be submitted to the District Social Welfare Officer, Tehsil Social Welfare Officer, or Social Worker of the Department in Leh/Kargil.

When did the revised scheme become effective?

The revised scheme became effective on January 1, 2024.

How is eligibility determined and financial assistance sanctioned?

Eligibility is determined as per the guidelines, and the committee sanctions the financial assistance, subject to the availability of funds.