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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance of ₹50,000/- per daughter for the marriage of up to two daughters of destitute widows who are receiving widow pension and whose total monthly income from all sources does not exceed ₹4,000/-, or who belong to BPL families.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Grant Amount: ₹50,000/- per daughter, for the marriage of up to two daughters.

Who can apply

The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.; The applicant must be a destitute widow.; The widow must be receiving widow pension.; The family’s total monthly income from all sources must not exceed ₹4,000/-, or the family must belong to the BPL category.; At the time of marriage, the bride’s age must be between 18 and 45 years.; At the time of marriage, the groom’s age must be between 21 and 45 years.; The grant is applicable for the marriage of up to two daughters.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible to apply?

The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand, a destitute widow receiving widow pension, with a monthly income up to ₹4,000/- or belonging to a BPL family.

How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?

A grant of ₹50,000/- is provided per daughter.

Is there an age limit for the bride and groom?

Yes. | - Bride: Minimum 18 years and maximum 45 years at the time of marriage. | - Groom: Minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years at the time of marriage.

Can the benefit be availed for more than two daughters?

No. The benefit is available for the marriage of a maximum of two daughters only.

Can a widow who is not receiving widow pension apply?

No. Only widows receiving widow pension from the State Government are eligible.

How can one apply for the scheme?

You can apply online through the Department’s pension portal https://ssp.uk.gov.in/, Umang mobile app, Apni Sarkar portal https://eservices.uk.gov.in, or by visiting a Common Service Centre (CSC).

Is there any verification process?

Yes. The Social Welfare Department verifies whether the widow is receiving pension and other eligibility conditions.

Is there any restriction on family income?

Yes. The total monthly family income from all sources must be up to ₹4,000/- or the family should belong to the BPL category.

Can widows living outside Uttarakhand apply?

No. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.