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Incentive for the Intra Caste Marriage within Scheduled Caste Community

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Karnataka

The Karnataka Social Welfare Department provides an incentive to promote intra-caste marriages within different sub-castes of Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST).

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What You Get

  • Financial incentive amount (specific amount to be confirmed with district office)
  • Encourages matrimonial alliances within SC/ST sub-castes
  • Promotes social cohesion within scheduled caste communities

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–42 years
  • Residence: Karnataka residents only
  • Bride and groom must both belong to Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes category
  • Both partners must belong to the same sub-caste as per government records
  • Permanent residents of Karnataka state
  • Valid SC/ST certificates must be presented
  • Marriage must be registered under applicable law

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. SC/ST Caste Certificate
  2. 2. Marriage Certificate
  3. 3. Aadhaar Card
  4. 4. Birth Certificate
  5. 5. Bank Account Details
  6. 6. Residence Proof

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
Karnataka
Category
Social Welfare
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–42 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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14 June 2026

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