Tamilnadu Disability Scheme: Incentive award for marriage between disabled and non- disabled
Here is detail on Incentive award for marriage between disabled and non- disabled introduce by the state government of Tamilnadu for the benefit of people with disabilities.
Incentive award for marriage between disabled and non- disabled – Tamilnadu
Particulars |
Details |
Scheme |
Incentive award for marriage between disabled and non- disabled |
Incentive |
This scheme is known as ‘marriage assistance to normal persons marrying visually Handicapped’. There are two types of categories of assistance: 1. If non-disabled married to a disabled, then amount is INR 25,000/- one time assistance.They are also giving a gold coin worth of 4 grams. 2. If one of the partner has completed his/her graduate degree, then lump-sum amount is INR 50,000/- and a gold coin worth of 4 grams. |
Eligibility |
It should be registered marriage, Above 40% of disability, The age of boy and girl should be above 21years and 18 years respectively., They should be resident of the state, They should not be indulge in any crime or punishment, They should apply within 3 months post marriage date, There is exemption of income limit |
Documents required |
Disability certificate, Marriage certificate, Age proof, Resident proof |
Procedure |
Applicant needs to approach District Disability Rehabilitation Centre/ District Disabled Welfare Officer at concerned district. Half of the lump sum amount is given in the form of demand draft and other half is given in the form of national saving certificate. |
Nodal agency |
Department for the Welfare of Differently-Abled Person |
Website |