To encourage and support marriage between persons with benchmark disabilities and to promote social inclusion and empowerment through financial assistance.
Total Incentive: ₹2,00,000/-, distributed as:
₹40,000/- in cash
₹1,60,000/- in the form of National Savings Certificates (NSC)
a. Both bride and groom must have benchmark disability (40% and above) under the RPwD Act, 2016.
b. The marriage must be the first marriage for both.
c. The marriage must be registered under the law.
d. Application must be submitted within 120 days of the date of marriage.
e. Annual income of each applicant should not exceed ₹75,000.
f. Both parties should be residents of Puducherry (UTP) for at least 5 years.
If one party is from another state, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) is required.
Submit the application at the Social Welfare Department, Puducherry within 120 days of marriage, with the required documents.
Aadhar Card – Bride & Groom
Ration Card – Bride & Groom
Disability Medical Certificates – Bride & Groom
Income Certificate
Registered Marriage Certificate
Caste Certificate – Bride & Groom
Anganwadi Teacher’s Certificate (as witness or verifier)
Financial Assistance ID Card
NOC (if either party is from another state)
Voter ID – Bride & Groom
Marriage Invitation Card