The Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-II is an initiative by the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. This scheme is tailored to provide financial assistance for the marriage of orphan girls, with a special focus on those who have attained a certain level of education. It aims to empower these young women to enter married life with dignity and financial support, while also promoting educational achievements among orphan girls.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: A monetary grant of ₹25,000/- to help with marriage expenses.
- Gold Coin: One sovereign (8gm) 22-carat gold coin is provided for the Thirumangalyam ceremony.
- Electronic Disbursal: Funds are disbursed via Electronic Clearing Service (ECS) for secure and timely payments.
Eligibility
To qualify for the scheme, the following criteria must be met:
- Gender and Orphan Status: The applicant must be a girl and an orphan.
- Age Requirement: The bride should be 18 years or above at the time of marriage.
- Educational Qualifications:
- The applicant should have passed a degree from regular colleges, through distance education, or a government-recognized open university.
- Alternatively, the applicant may have completed a diploma from an institution recognized by the Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Application Process
Online – Via CSCs
- Document Preparation: Collect all necessary documents required for the application.
- Visit a CSC: Go to the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the biometric verification process.
- Complete Application Form: Fill in all mandatory fields and upload copies of the required documents in the application form.
- Acknowledge Submission: Request and keep a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC, ensuring that it contains the submission date, time, and a unique identification number if applicable.
Offline
Applicants may also apply offline by following similar steps at designated centers.
Application Deadline:
The application must be submitted 40 days before the marriage date. In exceptional circumstances, it can be submitted as late as one day before the marriage.
Documents Required
- Death Certificate of Father & Mother or Orphan Certificate (issued by a Member of Parliament (MP) or Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)).
- Income Certificate from the Tahsildar.
- Marriage Invitation.
- Age Proof of the bride.
- Bride’s Photograph.
- Bills towards the Purchase of Marriage Articles for ₹1,000/-.
- Any other document as required by the Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the objective of the Annai Teresa Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Orphan Girls-II?
A1: The scheme aims to provide financial assistance and support the marriage of orphan girls, with an additional focus on those who have attained specific educational qualifications, thereby empowering them to start their new life with dignity.
Q2: What assistance is provided under the scheme?
A2: The scheme provides a financial grant of ₹25,000/- along with one sovereign (8gm) 22-carat gold coin for the Thirumangalyam ceremony, disbursed via ECS.
Q3: Is there an income limit for eligibility?
A3: The scheme details do not specify an income limit, focusing instead on orphan status, age, and educational qualifications.
Q4: What is the time limit for submitting an application before the marriage date?
A4: Applications must be submitted 40 days before the marriage date. In exceptional cases, submissions up to one day before the marriage may be accepted.
Q5: Who should be contacted for assistance regarding this scheme?
A5: For further assistance, applicants should contact the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department or visit their nearest Common Service Center (CSC).
Q6: What is the probable time limit for processing applications?
A6: Processing times may vary; applicants are advised to inquire at the time of application submission for current timelines.
Q7: Will applications submitted after the marriage date be accepted?
A7: No, applications submitted after the marriage date will not be accepted.
Q8: Is there any provision for extending the time limit for submitting applications in exceptional circumstances?
A8: Yes, in exceptional circumstances, the application deadline can be extended to one day before the marriage date.
Q9: Are there any penalties for late submission of applications?
A9: Late submissions will be rejected, and no benefits will be granted if the application deadline is missed.