The Financial Assistance for the Marriage of Daughters of Poor Widows and Orphan Girls is a welfare scheme launched by the Government of NCT of Delhi. The scheme aims to provide one-time financial support to help poor widows arrange the marriage of their daughters (up to two) and to support orphan girls or their guardians, including foster parents and institutions, at the time of marriage.
This scheme is currently implemented by the Department of Social Welfare, Delhi, and focuses on ensuring dignity and financial relief for vulnerable families during marriage-related expenses.
Who Can Benefit
The scheme covers:
- Daughters of poor widows
- Orphan girls living independently
- Orphan girls raised by guardians, foster parents, or institutions
The objective is to reduce financial hardship and support socially and economically disadvantaged women and girls.
Financial Assistance Provided
- One-time financial assistance of ₹30,000
- Benefit is available for up to two daughters only
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible under this scheme, the applicant must meet the following conditions:
- Financial assistance is allowed for a maximum of two daughters
- Applicant must be a resident of Delhi for at least 5 years
- Annual family income must be below ₹1,00,000 from all sources
- Applicant must have a valid Aadhaar number
- Applicant must have a single-operated Aadhaar-linked bank account in Delhi
- Applicant should not have received similar assistance from the Lt. Governor’s Fund or Chief Minister’s Fund
- The girl must be 18 years or above on the date of marriage
- Application must be submitted within 60 days before or after the marriage
Who Is Not Eligible
- Applicants applying for more than two daughters
- Applicants who have already received financial help from other government or non-government bodies for the same marriage
- Applicants providing false or forged information
How to Apply
The application process is online through the Delhi e-District Portal.
Step 1: Register on e-District Portal
- Visit: https://edistrict.delhigovt.nic.in/
- Click on New User under Citizen Corner
- Choose Aadhaar Card or Voter ID for registration
- Enter details and complete registration
- Login ID and password will be sent to the registered mobile/email
Step 2: Apply for the Scheme
- Login as a registered user
- Click on Apply Online
- Select Department of Women & Child Development
- Choose the relevant financial assistance scheme
- Fill in details, upload documents, upload photo
- Verify with OTP and submit
- Save the acknowledgment for future reference
Documents Required
- Recommendation from MLA or MP of the area
- Death certificate of husband (for widow applicants)
- Proof of residence (5 years in Delhi)
- Income self-declaration
- Age proof of the girl (Birth certificate / school certificate)
- Orphan certificate or affidavit (as applicable)
- Marriage invitation card
- Aadhaar Card
- Aadhaar-linked single bank account details
- Bank passbook/statement (last one year)
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST applicants, if applicable)
- Passport-size photograph of applicant
- Photograph of the marriage ceremony
Important Guidelines
- Aadhaar-linked bank account is mandatory
- Documents must be genuine; false claims can lead to recovery of funds and legal action
- Verification is conducted before approval and payment
- Assistance is paid through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)
Conclusion
The Financial Assistance for Marriage of Daughters of Poor Widows and Orphan Girls in Delhi is a vital social welfare initiative that helps vulnerable families meet marriage-related expenses with dignity. Eligible applicants should ensure timely submission with accurate documents to receive the benefit smoothly.
👉 Apply on time through the e-District portal to avoid rejection or delays.