What do you get under TN marriage assistance?
8 gram 22 carat gold coin plus ₹25,000 (₹50,000 for graduates or diploma holders).
The four schemes continue in 2026-27 (₹68.50 crore). A separate new scheme, Annan Seer, will give brides a gold coin and silk saree.
Who is eligible for TN marriage assistance?
- E.V.R. Maniammaiyar scheme: daughters of poor widows (family income up to ₹1.2 lakh).
- Annai Teresa scheme: orphan girls (no income limit).
- Dr. Dharmambal Ammaiyar scheme: widows who remarry.
- Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy scheme: inter-caste couples (one spouse SC/ST, or one forward and one BC/MBC).
Also check:
- Some schemes need the bride to have passed Class 10 (Class 5 for ST brides).
- The old Moovalur Ramamirtham marriage assistance for poor girls ended in 2022 and became Pudhumai Penn.
Documents needed for TN marriage assistance
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for TN marriage assistance
- Apply at the District Social Welfare Office or through an e-Sevai centre with income, age and education proof; ask the office about the time limit around the wedding date.
Common questions
Who is eligible for TN marriage assistance?
E.V.R. Maniammaiyar scheme: daughters of poor widows (family income up to ₹1.2 lakh). Annai Teresa scheme: orphan girls (no income limit). Dr. Dharmambal Ammaiyar scheme: widows who remarry. Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy scheme: inter-caste couples (one spouse SC/ST, or one forward and one BC/MBC).
How much do I get under TN marriage assistance?
8 gram 22 carat gold coin plus ₹25,000 (₹50,000 for graduates or diploma holders). The four schemes continue in 2026-27 (₹68.50 crore). A separate new scheme, Annan Seer, will give brides a gold coin and silk saree.
What documents do I need for TN marriage assistance?
Marriage certificate or self-declaration; Income certificate; Education certificates (marksheets); Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar); Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account).
How do I apply for TN marriage assistance?
Apply at the District Social Welfare Office or through an e-Sevai centre with income, age and education proof; ask the office about the time limit around the wedding date. Official site: https://www.tnsocialwelfare.tn.gov.in/en/specilisationswoman-welfare/marriage-assistance-schemes
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for TN marriage assistance?
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
- Social Welfare Department: Marriage Assistance Schemes
- Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department Policy Note 2026-27 (1.1.7)
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.