Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme Eligibility: Complete Criteria & Documents Guide
The Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme is a flagship initiative by the Telangana Government aimed at supporting economically disadvantaged families during their daughter’s wedding. Introduced in 2014, this welfare program has brought significant relief to families by providing financial assistance to eligible brides.
Eligibility Criteria for Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme
To qualify for the scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- The bride must be a resident of Telangana.
- The bride must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Backward Class (BC).
- The bride’s family income should be less than INR 2,00,000 per annum for SC/ST categories and less than INR 1,50,000 per annum for BC/EBC categories in urban areas (INR 2,00,000 in rural areas).
- The bride must have completed 18 years of age at the time of marriage.
- The marriage should be registered under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 or Special Marriage Act, 1954.
Detailed Explanation of Eligibility Criteria
1. Residency Requirement
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Telangana. Proof of residence such as an Aadhaar card, voter ID, or ration card is required.
2. Caste Requirement
The scheme is applicable to families belonging to SC, ST, and BC communities. Applicants must provide a valid caste certificate issued by a competent authority.
3. Income Requirement
- SC/ST Families: Annual family income should be less than INR 2,00,000.
- BC/EBC Families: Annual family income should be less than INR 1,50,000 in urban areas and INR 2,00,000 in rural areas.
4. Age Requirement
The bride must be at least 18 years old at the time of marriage. Birth certificates, SSC certificates, or other valid documents are accepted as proof.
5. Marriage Registration Requirement
The marriage should be registered under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 or the Special Marriage Act, 1954. A marriage certificate is essential for verification.
Required Documents for Application of Kalyana Lakshi Scheme
Applicants must provide the following documents:
- Bride’s Aadhaar Card
- Bridegroom’s Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate (Issued by a competent authority)
- Caste Certificate
- Age Proof Certificate (Birth certificate, SSC memo, etc.)
- Bank Passbook of the bride for fund transfer
- Wedding Card (if available)
- Marriage Registration Certificate
- Mobile Number for communication
The Kalyana Lakshmi Scheme offers vital financial assistance to economically disadvantaged families in Telangana. Understanding the eligibility criteria ensures that applicants can prepare the required documents and submit their application successfully. If you meet these requirements, apply through the official ePASS portal to avail the benefits. for more details you cna visit official website .
