Incentive to Encourage Inter-caste Marriages
In simple words
Money incentive for couples in an inter-caste marriage.
What you may get
Rs 50,000 by a joint draft in the names of the spouses, as stated on the page.
Who it is for
Couples where one spouse is SC, ST, VJ, NT or SBC and the marriage is outside the caste group.
Main eligibility conditions
- Permanent resident of Maharashtra.
- Groom at least 21 and bride at least 18 years old.
- Registered marriage.
Conditions we could not check
- One spouse must belong to SC, ST, VJ, NT or SBC and the other to a non-listed community as defined on the page.
- Groom at least 21 and bride at least 18 years old.
- Permanent resident of Maharashtra.
- Marriage must be registered.
Documents you may need
- Caste certificates
- Marriage registration certificate
- School leaving certificates of both spouses
- Two recommendation letters from respected persons
- Joint photograph of the couple
How to apply
- Get the prescribed form from the District Social Welfare Officer, Zilla Parishad.
- Submit it in person with self-attested copies of the documents.
Application fee
We could not find the application fee in the official source. Check the fee on the official website or PDF before you apply.
Application dates
- We could not find the current last date in the official source. Check the official source.
Official information
Department: Government of Maharashtra, Social Justice and Special Assistance Department
Last checked: 24 September 2026
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Questions and answers
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Who can apply?
Couples where one spouse is SC, ST, VJ, NT or SBC and the marriage is outside the caste group.
How much is the benefit?
Rs 50,000 by a joint draft in the names of the spouses, as stated on the page.
What is the age limit?
The minimum age is 18 years.
Which documents are needed?
The official information mentions: Caste certificates; Marriage registration certificate; School leaving certificates of both spouses; Two recommendation letters from respected persons; Joint photograph of the couple.
How can I apply?
The official steps are: 1. Get the prescribed form from the District Social Welfare Officer, Zilla Parishad. 2. Submit it in person with self-attested copies of the documents.
Is it open now, and what is the last date?
We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.
Can I apply online?
We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.
Is there an application fee?
We could not find this in the official source. To be sure, check the official website or PDF linked on this page.
Is there an official PDF?
We have not found an official PDF for this scheme.
Can a person from Maharashtra apply?
This scheme is for the state of Maharashtra. People living in Maharashtra can check the conditions above.
Where each fact comes from
- benefit: Official scheme page
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