Assam Inter Caste Marriage Scheme 2024 – ₹2.5 Lakh Financial Incentive, Apply Now

The Government of Assam has invited applications from eligible inter-caste marriage couples under the scheme titled “Financial Incentive for Inter-Caste Marriages under PCR Act, 1955 and SC/ST (PoA) Act, 1989” for the calendar year 2024 (January to December 2024). Under this scheme, eligible couples will receive a one-time financial assistance of ₹2.50 lakh, deposited as a fixed deposit jointly in the name of the couple (the woman’s name appearing first) in a Government/Nationalized Bank. The amount will be locked for three years without any pre-mature encashment facility.

Assam Inter Caste Marriage Scheme 2024

Assam Inter Caste Marriage Scheme 2024 Details

Scheme Name : Financial Incentive for Inter-Caste Marriages under PCR Act 1955 & SC/ST (PoA) Act 1989
Implementing Department : Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Assam
Financial Assistance : ₹2.50 lakh (Fixed Deposit)
Lock-in Period : 3 Years
Application Last Date : 30th November 2024
Application Mode : Offline
Official Website : https://directorwsc.assam.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria of Assam Inter Caste Marriage Scheme 2024

Applicants must fulfill the following eligibility conditions:

Caste Combination: One spouse must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC) and the other to a General Caste (Hindu).
Marriage Period: The marriage should have taken place between 1st January 2024 and 31st December 2024.
Marriage Certificate: Must be issued by the Sub-Registrar Office.
First Marriage Condition: Incentive is applicable only for first marriages. A certificate from a Gazetted Officer must confirm that it is the first marriage of both spouses.
Income Limit: The combined annual income of the couple must be ₹5 lakh or below.

Mandatory Documents to be Submitted

Applicants must attach self-attested copies of the following documents along with the application form:
Digital Caste Certificate of the SC spouse issued by the Deputy Commissioner.
Proof of General Caste of the other spouse in the form of an affidavit from a Notary.
Marriage Certificate from the Sub-Registrar Office.
Income Proof:
- (i) Digital Income Certificate from the Circle Officer (for unemployed persons).
- (ii) Salary Statement signed by employer (for private sector employees).
- (iii) FinAssam Salary Statement (for government employees).
- (iv) Affidavit from Notary if the wife is a homemaker.
ID Proofs: Aadhaar Card and PAN Card of both spouses.
Residence Proof: Voter ID / Driving Licence / Ration Card of both spouses.
Joint Photograph of the couple.
Note: Opening of joint bank accounts of eligible inter-caste marriage couples will be initiated by the concerned department after verification.

How to APPLY Assam Inter Caste Marriage Scheme 2024?

Step 1: Check Eligibility
Before applying, ensure that:
One spouse belongs to a Scheduled Caste (SC).
The other spouse belongs to a General Caste (Hindu).
The marriage took place between 1st January and 31st December 2024.
The couple’s combined annual income is ₹5 lakh or below.
This is the first marriage of both individuals.
Step 2: Obtain the Application Form
You can get the official application form from either of the following sources:
The Office of the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Assam, or
Download it from the official website:
https://directorwsc.assam.gov.in
Step 3: Fill in the Application Form
Carefully fill in all required details, including:
Personal information of both spouses
Caste details
Marriage registration number and date
Income details
Bank account information (joint account will be opened later by the department)
Make sure to sign and date the form properly.
Step 4: Attach Required Documents
Enclose self-attested copies of all mandatory documents:
Digital Caste Certificate (SC spouse) issued by the Deputy Commissioner.
Proof of General Caste (affidavit from Notary) for the other spouse.
Marriage Certificate issued by the Sub-Registrar.
Income Certificate / Salary Statement of both spouses.
Aadhaar Card and PAN Card of both spouses.
Residence Proof – Voter ID / Driving Licence / Ration Card.
Joint Photograph of the couple.
Certificate from a Gazetted Officer confirming it is the couple’s first marriage.
Step 5: Submit the Application
Submit the filled application form with all documents to the Directorate of Welfare of Scheduled Castes, Assam.
The application must reach the office on or before 30th November 2024.
Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Step 6: Verification & Bank Account
After document verification, the department will initiate the process of opening a joint bank account (the woman’s name will appear first).
The ₹2.50 lakh financial incentive will be deposited as a fixed deposit for 3 years, with no premature withdrawal allowed.