Ashirwad
About Ashirwad
There are many members of the economically disadvantaged part of society who are unable to plan their daughters’ weddings owing to their precarious financial situation. And they deal with several issues relating to this. The Punjab Ashirwad plan has been introduced by the Punjab government by keeping such a situation in mind. Girls from economically disadvantaged parts of society will get financial aid under this program. so that they won’t have to worry about any financial obligations when planning their daughter’s wedding. The scheme aims not only to help girls but also to encourage such families who are raising girls and want to marry them.
Benefits
- Financial assistance of ₹51,000/-.
Who is Eligible
- Girl should be 18 years old or above.
- Annual income of the family from all sources does not exceed ₹32,790/-.
- Parents/Guardians of the girl should be domiciled in Punjab State.
- The application can be given before the fixed date of marriage or after the 30 days of the marriage by the applicant for getting financial assistance.
- The amount of Ashirwad is limited up to two girls of the concerned family under the scheme.
- Financial assistance is given to Scheduled Castes/Christian girls, Backward Classes/Castes, Economically weaker sections girls, daughters of widows of any caste at the time of their marriage, and Scheduled Castes widows/divorcees at the time of their re-marriage.
How to Apply
Online
- Applicants have to visit the official portal.1. Click on Applicant Registration.1. On the new page, the registration form will appear.
- Applicants have to provide the required details.
- Submit.
Documents Required
- Aadhar card of the applicant.
- Proof of date of birth (D.O.B).
- Income certificate.
- Cast Certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Ashirwad scheme
The Punjabi government has established the Punjab Ashirwad Scheme to offer financial support for a girl's marriage.
- What are the benefits under the scheme ?
Financial assistance of Rs. 21,000/-.
- Who can avail the benefits ?
All females who are full fill the eligibility criteria.
- What is the financial eligibility criteria ?
The annual income of the family does not exceed Rs. 32,790/- from all sources.
- May Other State Residents Apply For The Scheme?
No, Only Punjab resident women can apply.
- How to apply for the scheme ?
- Applicants have to visit the official portal.
- Click on Applicant Registration.
- On the new page, the registration form will appear.
- Applicants have to provide the required details.
- Submit.
- What documents are the required for the scheme ?
- Aadhar card of the applicant.
- Proof of date of birth (D.O.B).
- Income certificate.
- Cast Certificate.
- May Male/groom Also Apply for the scheme ?
No.
- What is the minimum age as eligibility ?
Girl's age should be 18 years old or above.
- How many girl child can get the benefits from the a family ?
The amount of shagun/Ashirwad is limited up to two girls of the concerned family under the scheme.
- What is the official URL to apply ?
Click on the following link to apply.
URL : https://ashirwad.punjab.gov.in/
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