State GovernmentSocial Welfare

Grant of Financial Assistance for Performance of Marriage of Poor Brides Living Below Poverty Line

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Puducherry

This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to poor brides living below the poverty line to meet their marriage expenses. The assistance amount is ₹25,000, and it is granted for the first marriage of the bride. The scheme is implemented through the Department of Women and Child Development.

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What You Get

  • Financial assistance of ₹25,000 for marriage expenses
  • Available for first marriage only
  • Helps reduce financial burden on poor families
  • Direct cash assistance to eligible brides

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–100 years
  • Residence: Puducherry residents only
  • Bride must be living below the poverty line (BPL)
  • Applicant must be a resident of Puducherry
  • Assistance is for first marriage only
  • Women of marriageable age are eligible

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. BPL Certificate
  3. 3. Income Certificate
  4. 4. Marriage Invitation Card
  5. 5. Bank Passbook
  6. 6. Caste Certificate

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Puducherry
Category
Social Welfare
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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14 June 2026

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