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Nihshaktajan Vivaah Protsaahan Yojana

In 2008, Madhya Pradesh State Government started the "Nihshaktajan Vivaah Protsaahan Yojana" for differently ables persons

Authority

State

Region

Madhya Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- In the case of a disabled youth marrying a normal girl and in the case of a disabled girl marrying a normal youth, the incentive amount is Rs. 2,00,000/- | - In case of disability of both the young man and the woman, jointly Rs. 1,00,000/- incentive amount is provided.

Who can apply

The Applicants should have a disability of 40% or more.; The applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.; The minimum age of male applicants should be 21 years and female applicants should be 18 years.; The marriage should have been solemnized by religious custom/ social custom or legally prescribed by the competent court.; The applicant should not be an income taxpayer.; In order to get the benefits, one of the disabled couples will have to apply within a period of one year after the completion of the marriage, otherwise, they will not be eligible to get the benefits.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

What is this scheme ?

In 2008, Madhya Pradesh State Government started the "Nihshaktajan Vivaah Protsaahan Yojana" for differently ables persons

What are the benefits ?

If one person is disabled: Financial Assistance Rs. 2,00,00/- for the married couple | If Both People Is Disabled: Financial Assistance Rs. 1,00,00/- For Married Couple

What Is Eligible Age of the Bride ?

The bride has to complete the prescribed age for marriage (At present, the minimum legal age for marriage for a girl is 18 years).

What Is Eligible Age Of The groom?

The groom has to Completed The Prescribed Age For Marriage (At Present, The Minimum Legal Age For Marriage For A groom Is 21 Years).

Within what time period application should be made?

Ne of the disabled couples will have to apply within a period of one year after the completion of the marriage

Can other state person also apply ?

No, he applicant should be a native of Madhya Pradesh.

What is the financial eligibility criteria ?

The applicant should not be an income taxpayer.

Can men also take benefits of this scheme?

Yes.

What documents are required while submitting the application form?

- Disability Certificate. | - Residence Certificate. | - Marriage Certificate. | - Two passport-size photographs.

How to apply ?

- Applicants have to visit the official web site and download the application form. | - Fill out the application with the necessary information. | - Attach the required documents. | - Submit the application to the office of the Joint Director/Deputy Director of Social Justice and Disabled Welfare or District Panchayat.