Grant of Marriage Allowance to the Widow's Daughter
This scheme provides financial support to widows in Puducherry to help cover the marriage expenses of their daughters. Run by the Department of Women and Child Development, Government of Puducherry, it aims to reduce the financial burden on widows during their daughters' marriages. The scheme recognizes the economic hardship faced by widow-headed households and provides targeted assistance for this important life event.
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
Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Puducherry
- Category
- Women & Child
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–100 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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