Grant of Marriage Allowance to the Widow's Daughter
✓ Information verified — June 2026This scheme aims to provide financial support to widows for the marriage of their daughters. Eligible widows can receive ₹25,000/- to cover marriage expenses. The scheme is implemented through the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Puducherry.
What You Get
- Financial grant of ₹25,000 for marriage expenses
- One-time assistance to help cover wedding-related costs
- Support to reduce economic burden on widow families
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Residence: Puducherry residents only
- Applicant must be a widow
- Daughter must be of marriageable age or getting married
- Family must be a resident of Puducherry
- Income and financial condition may be considered
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Widow Certificate
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Marriage Invitation or Proof
- 6. Residence Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Puducherry
- Category
- Women & Child
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 14 Jun 2026
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
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