State GovernmentWomen & Child

Incentive given to Encourage Inter caste Marriages

✓ Information verified — April 2026
Maharashtra

This scheme, run by Maharashtra's Department of Social Justice & Special Assistance, provides financial incentives to couples who marry across caste lines. It is jointly funded by the State and Central Government in equal measure. The scheme aims to promote social harmony and reduce caste-based discrimination through economic support to inter-caste married couples.

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What You Get

  • Financial incentive to the bride and groom
  • Joint funding from State and Central Government
  • Support for inter-caste marriage registration and documentation

Who Can Apply

  • Age: 18–100 years
  • Residence: Maharashtra residents only
  • Both bride and groom must have completed 18 years of age
  • Marriage must be registered under applicable law
  • Bride and groom must belong to different castes
  • At least one spouse should be a resident of Maharashtra
  • Income limits may apply (verify with local authority)

Documents Needed

0/6 collected

  1. 1. Marriage Certificate
  2. 2. Aadhaar Card
  3. 3. Caste Certificate
  4. 4. Income Certificate
  5. 5. Bank Passbook
  6. 6. Passport or ID Proof

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Maharashtra
Category
Women & Child
Target Gender
All genders
Age Group
18–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
26 Apr 2026

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