Punjab Aashirwad Scheme (Marriage Assistance)
Managed by: Department of Social Security & Women and Child Development (Directorate of Social Security, Punjab)
About the Scheme
Punjab Aashirwad Scheme provides Rs. 51,000 as one-time financial assistance for the marriage of daughters from SC, BC, Christian, EWS families, and widows in Punjab.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •One-time financial grant of Rs. 51,000 for the marriage of eligible daughters
- •Amount transferred directly to the bride's Aadhaar-linked bank account via DBT
- •Available for up to two daughters per family
Eligibility Criteria
Additional Prerequisites
- Benefit limited to a maximum of two daughters per family
- SC widows and divorcees are eligible at the time of re-marriage
- Application must be submitted before or within 30-60 days after the marriage date
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your online application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
Visit the e-District Punjab portal (edistrict.punjabgovt.gov.in)
Register and apply for the Aashirwad scheme
Upload marriage certificate, income proof, and other documents
Submit before or within 30-60 days of the marriage date
Visit the nearest District Social Security Office or SDM office
Obtain and fill the application form
Submit with document copies and marriage certificate
Who Should Apply?
- ✓SC/BC/Christian/EWS families in Punjab with daughters getting married
- ✓Widows' daughters (any caste)
- ✓SC widows and divorcees at the time of re-marriage
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Families with income above Rs. 32,790 per annum
- ✗Families applying for a third daughter
- ✗Non-residents of Punjab
Common Rejection Reasons
- •Income exceeds Rs. 32,790
- •Application submitted after the deadline
- •Marriage certificate not provided
- •Bride below 18 years of age
Recent Updates & Changes
- »2026: Amount enhanced to Rs. 51,000 (previously Rs. 21,000)
- »Online application via e-District portal streamlined
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How much money is given under the Aashirwad scheme?
Is this scheme the same as the Shagun scheme?
For how many daughters can a family apply?
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