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Marriage Assistance to Differently Abled Persons Marrying Differently Abled Persons
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What this is

The scheme 'Marriage Assistance to Differently Abled Persons Marrying Differently Abled Persons' was launched by the Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to differently-abled couple.

In detail

The Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu, has implemented a significant initiative titled "Marriage Assistance to Differently Abled Persons Marrying Differently Abled Persons." This pioneering program aims to provide crucial financial assistance to couples where both partners are differently-abled. Recognizing the distinct challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, the scheme seeks to alleviate the financial burden associated with marriage. By providing targeted assistance, the program not only upholds the rights and dignity of differently-abled individuals but also underscores the government's commitment to an inclusive society.

Who qualifies

  • The couple should be differently abled.
  • The differently abled person should marry a differently abled person.
  • The age of the couple (both) should be above 18 years.
  • The bride and groom fall under one of the 21 categories of differently-abled persons as per Section 2(Zc) of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

Additional Eligibility:

  • Differently abled individuals holding a degree or diploma are eligible to receive increased assistance.

What you get

  • Marriage assistance amount: ₹25,000/- as
  • ₹12,500/- National Savings Certificate.
  • ₹12,500/- cheque/Demand Draft for marriage expenses.
  • Additional benefit if either spouse has a degree/diploma: Increased amount to ₹50,000/-.
  • ₹25,000/- National Savings Certificate.
  • ₹25,000/- cheque/Demand Draft.
  • Other Benefits:
  • Certificate of appreciation.
  • 8 gram gold coin for Tirumangalyam (a traditional South Indian symbol of marriage for women).
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schemeNameMarriage Assistance to Differently Abled Persons Marrying Differently Abled PersonsmyScheme · 2026-09-02
schemeOpenDate...not published at source
schemeCloseDate...not published at source
nodalMinistryName...myScheme · 2026-09-02
dbtSchemeFalsemyScheme · 2026-09-02
achievement data...no source publishes this for any central scheme