The “Incentive for the Simple Marriage” scheme is an initiative by the Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka. The scheme provides a financial incentive of ₹50,000/- to Scheduled Tribe (ST) individuals residing in Karnataka who marry another ST individual on or after 11th August 2015. The primary objectives are to reduce marriage-related expenses, prevent dowry practices, and foster a more inclusive and accepting society. Additionally, the combined annual income of the couple must be less than ₹2,00,000/-, and the application must be submitted within one year of marriage.
Benefits
- Financial Incentive:
A one-time incentive of ₹50,000/- is provided to the married couple.
Eligibility
To qualify for this scheme, the following criteria must be met:
- Residency:
The couple must be residing in Karnataka. - Community Requirement:
Both partners must belong to the Scheduled Tribe community. - Income Limit:
The combined annual income of the couple should be less than ₹2,00,000/-. - Marriage Date:
The marriage should have taken place on or after 11th August 2015. - Application Timeline:
The application must be submitted within one year of the marriage.
Application Process
The application process is fully online:
- Visit the Official Website:
- Go to the official website of the Tribal Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka.
- Access Scheme Details:
- In the right pane, click on “Incentives for Marriage” and select the “Incentives to Simple Marriage” scheme. This will direct you to the dedicated page for the scheme.
- Online Registration:
- Scroll down to the bottom of the scheme’s homepage and click on “Registration”.
- Complete Registration Form:
- Fill in all the mandatory fields in the online registration form and upload all required documents in the specified format and size.
- Submit Application:
- Carefully review the entered information and click “Submit”. You will receive a confirmation message via SMS from the department, and an acknowledgement form will be generated.
- Print Acknowledgement:
- Print the acknowledgement form for your records.
Post Application Process:
After submission, the Tribal Welfare Department will conduct a spot verification to confirm the details provided by the couple. Once verification is successfully completed, the incentive will be credited to the couple’s joint bank account.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank Account Details
- Marriage Proof
- Marriage Photo
- Income Certificate containing the Revenue Department Number (RD Number)
- Caste Certificate containing the Revenue Department Number (RD Number)
- Mass Marriages Registration Certificate
- Residential Proof
- Any other documents as required
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the “Incentive for the Simple Marriage” scheme?
It is a scheme offering a financial incentive of ₹50,000/- to eligible ST couples in Karnataka who marry simply, thereby reducing marriage expenses and dowry practices. -
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Eligible couples must be residents of Karnataka, both partners must belong to the Scheduled Tribe community, and their combined annual income should be less than ₹2,00,000/-. -
What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides a one-time financial incentive of ₹50,000/- to the couple. -
What is the income eligibility requirement for this scheme?
The combined annual income of the couple should be less than ₹2,00,000/-. -
Is there a specific marriage date requirement to qualify?
Yes, the marriage must have taken place on or after 11th August 2015. -
Is the scheme open to all ST individuals?
Only Scheduled Tribe individuals are eligible under this scheme. -
Do both partners need to be from the same sub-caste within the ST community?
The scheme requires that both partners belong to the Scheduled Tribe community; no specific sub-caste restriction is mentioned. -
Can couples who marry outside of Karnataka apply for this scheme?
No, the couple must be residing in Karnataka. -
Are inter-caste marriages eligible for this scheme?
No, the scheme is specifically for ST individuals marrying within the Scheduled Tribe community. -
How soon after marriage can the application be submitted?
The application must be submitted within one year of the marriage.