The Marriage Grant for the Marriage of the Daughter of War Disabled Ex-Servicemen above 50% Disability scheme is an initiative by the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Government of Haryana. This scheme aims to provide financial assistance to war-disabled ex-servicemen by supporting the marriage of their dependent daughters. The grant is designed to alleviate financial burdens and honor the service and sacrifice of ex-servicemen whose disability is assessed above 50%.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: Provides a cash grant of ₹21,000 per eligible daughter.
- Support for Families: Offers financial relief to war-disabled ex-servicemen, aiding in the marriage expenses of their dependent daughters.
- Limited to Two Daughters: The grant is applicable for up to two daughters per ex-serviceman.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the scheme, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- The applicant must be a bonafide resident of Haryana.
- The applicant should be a war-disabled ex-serviceman with a disability assessed as above 50%.
- The daughter for whom the grant is sought must be at least 18 years old.
- The benefit is available for up to two daughters only.
Application Process
Registration Process on Antyodaya-SARAL Portal
- Online Application: Visit the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
- New User Registration: If not already registered, click “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and fill in the mandatory details including Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, and State. Then click “Submit”.
- OTP Verification: Verify your mobile number and email ID through the OTP received.
Login and Application
- Login: Use your registered credentials to log into the portal by entering your Password and Captcha.
- Access Services: Click on “Apply for Services” and then “View all Available Services”.
- Search and Download Form: Locate the scheme and download the pre-defined documents/form/template.
- Upload Documents: Fill in and sign the downloaded form/template, then upload it in the ‘Attach Enclosures’ section.
- Complete Application: Click on “Proceed to Apply”, enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra number (Family ID), and click on “Click here to Fetch Family Data”. Select the beneficiary/applicant name and verify using the OTP.
- Submit: Fill in all mandatory details, upload the required documents, preview your application, and finally click “Submit”.
Tracking the Application
Applicants can track their application status on the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal by entering their Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.
Documents Required
Ensure that you provide the following documents (self-attested where required):
- Copy of Identity Card of the Ex-serviceman
- Parivar Pehchan Patra
- Original Discharge Book of the Ex-serviceman (Complete)
- Domicile Certificate of Haryana
- Copy of Bank Passbook linked with Aadhaar Card
- Applicant’s Photo ID Proof (e.g., Ration Card, Driving Licence, Voter ID Card, PAN Card, etc.)
- P.P.O (if applicable)
- Battle Casualty Report from Military Authority
- Aadhaar Card
- Age Proof (e.g., Matric Exam Certificate for Date of Birth verification, attested)
- Wedding Card
- Any other documents as required by the scheme
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the primary benefit of this scheme?
A1: The scheme provides a financial grant of ₹21,000 for the marriage of each eligible daughter of a war-disabled ex-serviceman.
Q2: How many daughters can receive this benefit under the scheme?
A2: The benefit is available for up to two daughters per applicant.
Q3: What is the minimum age requirement for the daughters to receive the marriage grant?
A3: The daughter must be at least 18 years old.
Q4: What is the eligibility criterion for the war-disabled ex-servicemen?
A4: The applicant must be a war-disabled ex-serviceman with a disability assessed as above 50%.
Q5: Does the applicant need to be a resident of Haryana?
A5: Yes, the applicant must be a bonafide resident of Haryana.
Q6: How can an eligible applicant apply for this scheme?
A6: Applications are made online through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal following the registration and application steps outlined above.
Q7: Can applications be tracked?
A7: Yes, the status of the application can be tracked on the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal using the Department Name, Scheme Name, and Application Reference ID.
Q8: Can the scheme benefit be availed for the marriage of sons?
A8: No, the scheme is specifically designed for the marriage of the dependent daughter of the war-disabled ex-serviceman.