What do you get under PwD marriage incentive?
₹2,50,000 for a couple where one spouse has a benchmark disability, kept as a deposit for three years (10% after year one, 10% after year two, 80% after year three).
Who is eligible for PwD marriage incentive?
- Only one of the spouses has a permanent benchmark disability (40% or more), and that spouse lives in Odisha.
- Groom at least 21 and bride at least 18 at marriage; both under 60 when applying.
- Dowry-free marriage, registered within 12 months of the wedding, and not claimed earlier by either spouse.
Also check:
- Apply within one year of the marriage registration.
- If the couple also qualifies under the ST and SC Development Department incentive, only one can be taken.
Documents needed for PwD marriage incentive
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How to apply for PwD marriage incentive
- Apply online on the SSEPD portal under Application for Marriage Incentive.
- Upload the UDID card, Aadhaar of both, marriage registration certificate, joint photo, residence certificate from the Tahasildar, voter ID of both, a dowry-free declaration and an undertaking.
- The block social security officer verifies the case and the Collector sanctions it.
Common questions
Who is eligible for PwD marriage incentive?
Only one of the spouses has a permanent benchmark disability (40% or more), and that spouse lives in Odisha. Groom at least 21 and bride at least 18 at marriage; both under 60 when applying. Dowry-free marriage, registered within 12 months of the wedding, and not claimed earlier by either spouse.
How much do I get under PwD marriage incentive?
₹2,50,000 for a couple where one spouse has a benchmark disability, kept as a deposit for three years (10% after year one, 10% after year two, 80% after year three).
What documents do I need for PwD marriage incentive?
Disability certificate or UDID card; Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Marriage certificate or self-declaration; Passport-size photo; Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Voter ID card (EPIC); Self-declaration in the prescribed form.
How do I apply for PwD marriage incentive?
Apply online on the SSEPD portal under Application for Marriage Incentive. Upload the UDID card, Aadhaar of both, marriage registration certificate, joint photo, residence certificate from the Tahasildar, voter ID of both, a dowry-free declaration and an undertaking. The block social security officer verifies the case and the Collector sanctions it. Official site: https://ssepd.gov.in:8443/swp/applyMarriageIncentiveScheme.htm
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for PwD marriage incentive?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Official sources
- SSEPD Department, Govt of Odisha: Marriage Incentives
- Guidelines for Award of Incentive for Marriage between Persons with Benchmark Disabilities and Other Person, 2026 (PDF)
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.