Launched in 1991 by the Director of Scheduled Caste Welfare, Department of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of Gujarat, the Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana provides financial assistance on the occasion of the marriage of two adult girls from the Scheduled Caste category. The scheme supports the marriage expenses of eligible families while promoting social welfare.
Benefits
- For Scheduled Caste Girls Married After 01/04/2021:
Financial assistance of ₹12,000/- per eligible marriage. - For Scheduled Caste Girls Married Before 01/04/2021:
Financial assistance of ₹10,000/- per eligible marriage.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be a native of Gujarat.
- The applicant should belong to the Scheduled Castes category.
- Annual Income Limit:
- ₹6,00,000/- in both rural and urban areas.
- Family Benefit Limit:
- Benefits are available for the marriage of two adult girls per family.
- Marital Status Conditions:
- In cases of remarriage, the benefit under this scheme is not available.
- Age Requirements:
- The girl must be at least 18 years at the time of marriage.
- The boy must be at least 21 years at the time of marriage.
- Application Timing:
- The application for assistance must be made within two years of marriage.
- Additional Conditions:
- Assistance is provided under the Sat Fera Samuh Lagna Yojana.
- Beneficiary girls participating in group marriages are eligible for benefits under both schemes, provided all conditions are met.
Application Process (Online)
- Visit the Portal:
- Navigate to the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal.
- Registration:
- Under the ‘Citizen Login’ section, click on ‘Please Register Here’.
- Enter your full name (as per Aadhaar), gender, date of birth, Aadhaar number, email, caste, etc., then click ‘Register’.
- Profile Update:
- Log in using your User ID and Password.
- Click on ‘User Profile’ and update all mandatory information, then click ‘Update’.
- Application Form:
- Select the scheme from the home page to open the application form.
- Fill in all required details and upload the relevant documents.
- Submission:
- Agree to the terms & conditions, click ‘Save Application’, and then submit the form.
- Print the application for future reference and note the application number for tracking purposes.
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photograph
- Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority
- Daughter’s Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Annual Income of the bride’s father/guardian
- Marriage Registration Certificate
- Copy of the First Page of the bank passbook/cancelled check (with father/guardian’s name following the bride’s name)
- Self-Declaration
- Proof of Death (if the father is no longer alive)
- Any other documents as specified by the scheme requirements
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- When was the scheme launched?
The scheme was launched in 1991. - What benefits does the scheme offer for Scheduled Caste girls marrying after 01/04/2021?
They receive ₹12,000/- as financial assistance. - What benefits does the scheme offer for Scheduled Caste girls marrying before 01/04/2021?
They receive ₹10,000/- as financial assistance. - What are the eligibility criteria for this scheme?
Eligibility includes being a native of Gujarat, belonging to the Scheduled Castes, and adhering to the income limits, family benefit limits, and age conditions. - What are the income limits for eligibility under the scheme?
The annual income should not exceed ₹6,00,000/- in both rural and urban areas. - How many girls from a family can benefit from this scheme?
Benefits are provided for the marriage of two adult girls per family. - Is the benefit available for remarriage?
No, the benefit is not available in cases of remarriage. - What are the age limits for marriage under this scheme?
The girl must be 18 years or older and the boy must be 21 years or older. - What is the time limit for applying for assistance under the scheme after marriage?
The application must be made within two years of the marriage. - Are girls participating in group marriages eligible for this scheme?
Yes, if they fulfill all conditions of both the Sat Fera Samuh Lagna Yojana and Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana. - Where can eligible applicants apply for the scheme?
Applications can be submitted online via the e-Samaj Kalyan Portal. - Can applicants residing outside Gujarat apply for this scheme?
Only Gujarat natives are eligible. - Can beneficiaries of the Sat Fera Samuh Lagna Yojana also apply for this scheme?
Yes, beneficiary girls under group marriages can avail benefits under both schemes if all conditions are met.