Marriage Grant Scheme for Ex-Servicemen’s Daughters – Eligibility & How to ApplyScheme StatusScheme Status

The “Marriage Grant for One Daughter” is a welfare scheme launched by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund under the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. The scheme aims to provide one-time financial assistance of ₹25,000/- to facilitate the marriage of one daughter of an Ex-serviceman (ESM) or the widow of an Ex-serviceman registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry. Applications for this scheme are accepted offline.

Benefits

  • Financial Assistance:
    A one-time grant of ₹25,000/- is provided.
  • Disbursement Method:
    The amount is credited directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through RTGS/NEFT.

Eligibility

  • The applicant must be either an Ex-serviceman or the widow of an Ex-serviceman.
  • The Ex-serviceman must be registered with the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.
  • The applicant should have a daughter.
  • The daughter must be 18 years of age or above.
  • The applicant should not have already received financial assistance under this scheme.
  • The scheme also applies to those ESMs or their living spouses/widows who are re-employed as regular/deemed regular in Government/Public Sector Undertakings, Private Organizations, or who are self-employed in IT assessments.

Application Process

Offline Process

  1. Obtain the Application Form:

    • Option 1: Download the prescribed application format from the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare.
    • Option 2: Visit the Rajya Sainik Board, Jawan Bhawan, Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry at:
      261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry – 605013, India, and request a hard copy of the application form.
  2. Fill the Form:

    • Complete all mandatory fields.
    • Affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across if required).
    • Attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested if required).
  3. Submit the Application:

    • Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the required documents to the concerned authority at the Rajya Sainik Board.
    • A receipt or acknowledgement, including a unique application number, will be provided by the authority.
  4. Application Deadline:

    • The application must be submitted within three months of the marriage.

Documents Required

  • Identity Card of the Ex-serviceman or Widow of the Ex-serviceman.
  • Marriage Certificate issued by the Registrar of Marriage.
  • Marriage Invitation.
  • Bills for the purchase of utensils or clothing items.
  • Affidavit (if applicable).
  • Declaration.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which Department of the UT of Puducherry administers this scheme?
    The scheme is administered by the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry.

  • Where can I find the URL of the Official Website of the Department of Sainik Welfare, Puducherry?
    The official website URL is available on the Department’s website and related government portals.

  • Where can I find the contact details of the Public Information Officer and the Appellate Authority?
    Contact details are provided on the Official Website under the “Contact Us” section.

  • Are Short Service/Emergency commissioned Officers eligible to be considered as Ex-servicemen?
    Please refer to the scheme guidelines for the definition of “Ex-servicemen” under this scheme.

  • What is the procedure for seeking information through “Right To Information (RTI)”?
    RTI procedures are as per the norms outlined on the Department’s website.

  • How can an applicant request a receipt or acknowledgement for the submitted application?
    The receipt is provided by the Rajya Sainik Board upon submission of the application form.

  • Can applicants track the status of their application for the scheme?
    Tracking details may be available via the Department’s official channels. Please check the guidelines.

  • Where can I find detailed guidelines for the welfare schemes provided by the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund?
    Detailed guidelines are available on the Official Website and in the scheme documents.

  • Is there any relaxation in the income criteria for eligibility under certain circumstances?
    For this particular scheme, eligibility is not based on income; however, guidelines should be consulted for any updates.

  • Is there any compensation for delays in the disbursal of scheme benefits?
    Refer to the scheme guidelines and the official government notifications for information on delays and compensatory measures.

  • What documents are required for the registration of Ex-servicemen and Widows of Ex-servicemen?
    Registration documents include the identity card, relevant service certificates, and other documents as specified in the guidelines.

  • How can I contact the Department of Sainik Welfare, Government of Puducherry for grievance redressal/general queries?
    Contact details:
    Address: 261, Lawspet Main Road, Pakkamudianpet, Puducherry Road, Lawspet, Puducherry – 605013, India
    Phone: (+91)(0413) 2253107
    Email: [email protected]
    Hours: Monday – Friday, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm

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