Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme

The Government of Telangana envisions the overall development of the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes/Backward Classes/Economically Backward Classes (SC, ST, BC & EBC) and in particular, the unmarried Girls belonging to these communities who are the disadvantaged section of the society. In pursuance of this vision, the Government of Telangana proposes to introduce the scheme of ” Kalyana Lakshmi Pathakam “, on 02nd October 2014, to all SC, ST, BC & EBC girls on their marriage with a view to alleviate financial distress in the family.
The main objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to the newly wedding brides who belong to SC, ST, BC & EBC families. Under this scheme at the time of marriage of the bride financial aid will be transferred into the bank account of the mother. This scheme will prevent early marriages and will also increase the literacy rate among girls as only those girls who have attained 18 years of age or more can apply for this scheme. Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme will also make women empowered and financially independent. Through the implementation of this scheme, many benefits will be availed for the brides who are about to get married in Telangana state. Incentives such as financial funds will be provided to the bank account of the bride’s mother so that the marriage of the bride can take place smoothly and without any disturbance because of the property.
Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme

Telangana Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme 2023

The Telangana government has implemented the Kalyana Lakshmi Pathakam or scheme to demonstrate that women are no longer a burden on their families. Under the Kalyana Lakshmi Schememany incentives, such as cash, will be transferred to the bride’s mother’s bank account so that the bride’s wedding can go off without a hitch.

Telangana Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme: Objective

The Kalyana Lakshmi scheme aims to offer financial help to brides from SC, ST, and minority households. Financial assistance will be transferred to the mother’s bank account at the time of the bride’s marriage under this arrangement. Only women aged 18 or older can apply for the Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme, which will help discourage early marriages and boost literacy among girls. Women would be empowered and financially independent as a result of the Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme.

Benefits

  • Under the Scheme, one-time financial assistance of ₹1,00,116 /- at the time of marriage shall be granted to every SC/ST/BC/EBC Girl with effect from October 2, 2014 subject to the eligibility condition.
  • The financial assistance of ₹1,25,145/- is provided to the parents of disabled girls irrespective of their caste.

Eligibility

he unmarried girl shall belong to the SC/ST/BC/EBC community.
2. The unmarried girl shall be a resident of Telangana State.
3. The unmarried girl should have completed 18 years of age at the time of Marriage.
4. The wedding of the SC/ST/BC/EBC girl shall be on or after October 2, 2014.
Income Criteria:
1. SC Income Limit: ₹2,00,000/- per annum
2. ST Income Limit: ₹2,00,000/- per annum
3. BC/EBC Income Limit: Urban – ₹2,00,000/- per annum , Rural – ₹1,50,000/- per annum

Application Process

Step 01: To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the applicants shall apply online by accessing the website “Telangana ePass”.
Step 02: Scroll down the homepage and click on “Kalyana Lakshmi Shaadi Mubarak”.
Step 03: A “Kalyana Laxmi Pathakam Services” page will open up and under the “Kalyana Lakshmi Pathakam For SC, ST, BC, EBC”, click on ‘Registration’.
Step 04: Fill out the registration form completely and click on ‘submit’.
Note 01: Under the tab ‘Print/Status’, the applicant can check the status of the application and take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Note 02: Under the tab ‘Edit/Uploads’, the applicant can edit the application form and upload other relevant documents.

Documents Required

  • Marriage Confirmation Certificate
  • VRO/Panchayat Secretary Approval Certificate
  • Bride’s Photo
  • Bride’s Age proof certificate
  • Bride’s Scanned Aadhaar Copy
  • Bride’s Mother’s Scanned Aadhaar Copy
  • Bridegroom’s Scanned Aadhaar Copy
  • Bride’s Mother’s Scanned Bank passbook
  • Bride’s Scanned Bank passbook
  • Caste Certificate
  • Income Certificate (the certificate shall be the latest and shall not be older than 6 months from the date of marriage)
  • Wedding Card if available
  • Wedding Photograph
  • Proof of Residence
  • Any other documents, if required

FAQs

What is the “Kalyana Lakshmi Pathakam” in Telangana?

The scheme was launched by the Government of Telangana to provide financial assistance to the marriage of girls belonging to the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes/Backward Classes/Economically Backward Classes communities.

Which department is monitoring this scheme?

Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of Telangana

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