Tamil Nadu state government has launched several welfare Schemes for the benefit of poor and underprivileged people. One of the most important and widely used Scheme is Marriage assistance Scheme for the Poor widow’s daughter. The government of Tamil Nadu want to help the poor widows during the marriage of their daughter by providing some assistance. The government of Tamil Nadu also want to promote the educational status of the girl child. Marriage Assistance for Daughter’s of Poor Widows is given under 2 categories as explained below.
E.V.R.Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Daughter’s of Poor Widows
E.V.R.Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Daughter’s of Poor Widows is provided by the government of Tamil Nadu. To help the poor widow mothers who face financial hardship in conducting their daughter’s marriage by providing financial assistance for the marriage of their daughters.
This assistance is provided for the widows during the marriage of their daughters. The assistance is provided in the form of two schemes.
- Under Scheme–I, the government provides ₹25,000 through cheque and gives an 8-gram (1 sovereign) 22-carat gold coin for making the Thirumangalyam (mangalsutra).
- Under Scheme–II, the government provides ₹50,000 through cheque and gives an 8-gram (1 sovereign) 22-carat gold coin to make the Thirumangalyam (mangalsutra).
Eligibility Requirements for E.V.R.Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme
The eligibility criteria for those who opt for this assistance under scheme-I will be as follows:
- The bride should have passed 10th standard (In case of Scheduled Tribe, the bride should have studied upto 5th standard)
- The income of the family should not exceed Rs.72,000/- per annum.
- The bride should have completed 18 years of age, at the time of marriage.
- The bride’s mother should be a widow.
- The Applicant should come from the state of Tamil Nadu.
The eligibility criteria for those who opt for this assistance under scheme-II will be as follows:
1.The bride should be a Degree or Diploma Holder from Government approved colleges.
2.The income of the family should not exceed Rs.72,000/- per annum.
3.The bride should have completed 18 years of age, at the time of marriage.
4. The bride’s mother should be a widow.
5. The Applicant should come from the state of Tamil Nadu.
This E.V.R. Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Poor widow Daughter’s marriage assistance scheme is eligible for the bride who fulfills the above said criteria.
NOTE: A poor widow can avail this scheme for only one of her daughters, even if she has more than one. The government grants the assistance to only one eligible daughter in such cases.
Documents Required for Availing E.V.R.Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Daughter’s of Poor Widows in TamilNadu:
- Aadhaar card of the bride
- Birth certificate of the bride
- Community certificate
- Copy of School transfer certificate.
- Copy of X standard Mark sheet
- Copy of Degree / Diploma certificate (For those who apply for the claim under Scheme -II)
- Income certificate
- Marriage invitation
- Passport size photo of bride
- Passport size photo mother or father.
Whom to contact for Availing this E.V.R.Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme for Daughter’s of Poor Widows?
If the applicant fulfills the above said criteria, then she is eligible to apply for this scheme. The applicant must take all the above mentioned documents and they should contact the following officers before 45 days of the marriage date.
1. Commissioner of Corporation (for Corporation area)
2. Municipal Commissioner (for Municipalities)
3. Panchayat Union Commissioner ( for Rural areas)
4. District Social Welfare Officers
5. Extension Officers (Social Welfare), Rural Welfare Officers (Women)
Who will get this assistance?
The assistance will be given in the name of widowed mother. In case, mother is not surviving then the assistance will be given to the bride.
How much amount will get through this E.V.R. Maniammayar Ninaivu Poor Widow Daughter’s Marriage Assistance Scheme?
The applicant should fulfill the above said criteria, in order to avail this facility. Only one daughter of poor widow is eligible to avail this benefit. If the applicant fulfill this criteria then they will get the amount of Rs. 25,000/- and 8 Grams of Gold Coin or Rs.50,000/- and 8 grams of Gold coin based on the education qualification of the bride. The fund will be issued in the form of cheque or demand draft.
When to apply for this E.V.R.Maniammaiyar Ninaivu Marriage Assistance Scheme ?
One has to apply for this scheme, 45 days before the date of marriage.Authorities accept applications one day before the marriage only in exceptional circumstances. They do not consider applications submitted on or after the marriage date, so applicants must apply in advance.
How to apply for this scheme through online?
If applicants meet all the eligibility criteria, they can apply online through E-Sevai Counters or private browsing centers. However, they must follow up regularly with government authorities to ensure their application is processed smoothly.
Which is the department responsible for monitoring the E.V.R. Maniammayar Ninaivu Poor Widow Daughter’s Marriage Assistance Scheme?
The E.V.R. Maniammayar Ninaivu Poor Widow Daughter’s Marriage Assistance scheme in Tamil Nadu is distributed through Social Welfare and Nutritious Meal Department.
How much time is taken to Process the application?
Once the application is submitted to the concerned authority, then it will take around 15 days to complete the process.
Social Impact: Supporting Widows and Empowering Girls
The scheme delivers critical social benefits by reducing economic hardship for widows who often struggle to finance their daughters’ marriage ceremonies. By enabling at least one daughter per widow to marry with financial and symbolic support, the program fosters dignity, reduces dowry pressure, and dignifies families in distress.
Additionally, offering a higher benefit for better educated daughters creates a strong incentive for girls’ education among poor widow households. Consequently, the scheme enhances both educational pursuits and social mobility, while reinforcing Tamil Nadu’s broader agenda of women’s empowerment and poverty alleviation
