Intercaste Marriage Benefits in India up to 10 lakh financial grant
1. Central Government Scheme
The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment provides support under the “Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Scheme for Social Integration through Inter-Caste Marriage”.
- Eligibility
- One spouse must belong to a Scheduled Caste (SC).
- Marriage should be valid under the Hindu Marriage Act, Special Marriage Act, or other personal laws.
- Marriage should be registered legally.
- The couple must be Indian citizens.
- Benefits
- ₹2.5 lakhs financial grant directly transferred to the couple’s joint bank account.
- Encouragement for social integration.
- Priority in some government schemes (housing, loans, etc.).
- How to Apply
- Visit your State Social Welfare Department or District Collector’s Office.
- Submit:
- Marriage Certificate
- Caste Certificates of both spouses
- Aadhaar, Bank details, and Photos
- Verification is done by District authorities, after which funds are released through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer).
- Official Link (Central Govt):
👉 Ministry of Social Justice – Intercaste Marriage Scheme
State Government Benefits
Most states also give extra financial assistance in addition to the Central scheme. Examples:
| State | Scheme Name | Financial Benefit | Apply Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maharashtra | Dr. Ambedkar Intercaste Marriage Scheme | ₹3 lakhs | sjsa.maharashtra.gov.in |
| Karnataka | Intercaste Marriage Incentive Scheme | ₹3 lakhs | sevasindhu.karnataka.gov.in |
| Tamil Nadu | Intercaste Marriage Assistance Scheme | ₹2.5 lakhs + gold coin | tn.gov.in |
| Andhra Pradesh | YSR Kalyana Lakshmi (for SC/ST brides, includes intercaste) | ₹1–2 lakhs | gsws.ap.gov.in |
| Telangana | Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak (for intercaste with SC/ST bride) | ₹1–2 lakhs | telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in |
| Rajasthan | Intercaste Marriage Grant | ₹5 lakhs | sje.rajasthan.gov.in |
| Uttar Pradesh | Dr. Ambedkar Intercaste Marriage Scheme | ₹2.5 lakhs | socialwelfareup.upsdc.gov.in |
Other Benefits for Intercaste Married Couples
- Priority Housing – Some state housing boards give preference to intercaste couples.
- Bank Loans – Easier access to loans under Mudra, Stand-Up India, and other self-employment schemes.
- Education Support – Scholarships for children of intercaste couples.
- Legal Protection – Couples can seek police protection in case of family or community threats.
. Steps to Take Benefits
- Register Marriage officially in court or registrar office.
- Get Caste Certificates of both spouses.
- Apply Online / Offline in the respective state’s Social Welfare Department portal.
- Submit Bank Account details (preferably joint).
- Verification & DBT Transfer – after approval, money is sent to your bank account.