Incentive given to Encourage Inter caste Marriages
✓ Information verified — June 2026The "Incentive for Encouraging Inter-Caste Marriages" scheme is implemented by the Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, Government of Maharashtra, and funded jointly by the State and Central Government (50:50). The scheme provides financial incentives to support inter-caste marriages.
What You Get
- Financial incentive to the bride and groom
- Joint funding from State and Central Government
- Support for inter-caste marriage registration and documentation
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–100 years
- Residence: Maharashtra residents only
- Both bride and groom must have completed 18 years of age
- Marriage must be registered under applicable law
- Bride and groom must belong to different castes
- At least one spouse should be a resident of Maharashtra
- Income limits may apply (verify with local authority)
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Marriage Certificate
- 2. Aadhaar Card
- 3. Caste Certificate
- 4. Income Certificate
- 5. Bank Passbook
- 6. Passport or ID 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
- Maharashtra
- 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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