Mukhyamantri Samuhik Vivah Yojana (Uttar Pradesh)
Total support₹1 lakh per couple
In bride's account₹60,000 (DBT)
GiftsHousehold goods up to ₹25,000
Event expenses₹15,000
⚠️ Amounts and age conditions depend on government orders and can change. Confirm with the District Social Welfare Office before applying.
What is the scheme?
Under the Mukhyamantri Samuhik Vivah Yojana the Uttar Pradesh Government helps needy families financially with their daughters' weddings. In May 2025 the support was raised to ₹1 lakh per couple and the income limit to ₹3 lakh.
Key benefits
- Total ₹1 lakh per couple (earlier ₹51,000)
- ₹60,000 in the bride's bank account (DBT)
- About ₹25,000 of household gifts
- ₹15,000 for organising the ceremony
- The mass event is supervised at district level
Eligibility – who can apply
- Both groom and bride are residents of Uttar Pradesh
- Annual family income up to ₹3 lakh (earlier ₹2 lakh)
- Priority for orphans, daughters of widows and disabled families
- Age of bride and groom as per scheme rules (see official rules)
Who is not eligible / things to note
- Those whose family income is above the limit
- Those whose documents are incomplete or wrong
Documents required
- Aadhaar card (groom and bride)
- Residence proof: birth certificate / Voter ID
- Income certificate
- Bride's bank account details
- Age proof
- Passport photo
How to apply (step by step)
- Ask the District Social Welfare Officer or block office about the scheme's status and application dates
- Fill the application form and submit the required documents (online/offline, as per district)
- After verification, when your name is on the list, join the mass marriage event
- Support amount and gifts are given to the bride as per rules
Frequently asked questions
How much total support is given?
₹1 lakh per couple: ₹60,000 in the bride's account, about ₹25,000 of gifts and ₹15,000 for the event.
What is the income limit?
Annual family income up to ₹3 lakh.
Where to apply?
At your district Social Welfare office or block. The process can differ slightly by district.
Beware: Do not pay any agent or website in the name of applying for a government scheme. Applying on the official portal is generally free. Do not share OTP, PIN or confidential bank details with anyone.