Financial Assistance for Marriage of Daughters of ESM/Remarriage of Widows
The Ministry of Defence provides a one-time grant of ₹50,000 to Ex-Servicemen (ESM), their widows, or orphan daughters for the marriage of daughters or remarriage of widows. Applicants must be of Havildar rank or below, and the marriage must have taken place on or after 1 April 2016. Apply online through the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) portal within 180 days of the marriage date.
About This Scheme
The Ministry of Defence provides a one-time grant of ₹50,000 to Ex-Servicemen (ESM), their widows, or orphan daughters for the marriage of daughters or remarriage of widows. Applicants must be of Havildar rank or below, and the marriage must have taken place on or after 1 April 2016. Apply online through the Kendriya Sainik Board (KSB) portal within 180 days of the marriage date.
Full official description
The scheme "Financial Assistance for Daughter's Marriage/Widow’s Remarriage" was launched by the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, Government of India. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to ESM or widows or Orphan daughters up to the rank of Havildar for the marriage of their daughters and the remarriage of widows of ESM. Through this scheme, a grant amount per daughter/widow is provided (maximum up to two daughters) whose marriages are solemnised after 01 April 2016. The scheme is implemented by the Kendriya Sainik Board Secretariat (KSB Sectt) and funded from the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund (AFFDF).
Benefits
- ₹50,000 per daughter/widow for marriage or remarriage expenses
- Covers up to 2 daughters per ESM household
- Payment made directly to bank account via NEFT
- Also covers remarriage of widows of ESM
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be an Ex-Serviceman (ESM), widow of an ESM, or orphan daughter of an ESM
- Rank must be Havildar or equivalent (or below) in Army, Navy, or Air Force
- Daughter getting married must be 18 years or older
- Marriage must have been solemnized on or after 1 April 2016
- Application must be submitted within 180 days of the marriage date
- Application must be recommended by the Zila Sainik Board (ZSB) and Rajya Sainik Board (RSB)
How to Apply
Interested and eligible students need to apply online at the Kendriya Sainik Board Secretariat.
Registration
Select the "Register" option.
Complete the registration form with the requisite details, including your name, Aadhaar card number, email ID, mobile number, and bank details.
Establish a password for your account.
Upon successful registration, the applicant will receive a User ID and password.
Application
Step 1:**** Visit the official Website of the Kendriya Sainik Board Secretariat. Step 2:**** Click on the link "Register". A new window will appear. Step 3:**** Read the instructions carefully and proceed with filling the Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3. Step 4: Fill in all the required details in "Part 1" of the form. This includes:
- Enter your Name, Provide your Service Number, Date of Enrollment, and Date of Discharge, Fill in your Aadhar Card Number and Date of Birth, Select your Rank, State the reasons for your discharge and your character at the time of discharge, and Mention your basic monthly pension if you are a pensioner.
- If re-employed, state your income from that employment. Select your Rajya Sainik Board and Zila Sainik Board, and enter your present correspondence address. Also, provide your contact details, including Telephone Number, Mobile Number, and Email ID.
Step 5: Fill in all the required details in "Part 2" of the form. This includes:
- Indicate whether your bank account is linked to your Aadhar Card number. Enter the Name of the Bank Account Holder, Bank Name, Account Number, and IFSC Code.
- The account number should be linked with your Aadhar card to ensure correct payment, and add details of any earlier grants received
Step 6: Fill in all the required details in "Part 3" of the form. This includes:
- Select the Applicant Type, such as 'Orphan daughter', enter the Date of Solemnization of the marriage, provide the names of your dependent daughters, fill in any additional information, such as the monthly income for non-pensioners from other sources.
Step 7:**** Upload all the scanned documents, which must be in jpg, jpeg, or png format and have a maximum size of 1MB.
Step 8:**** Read and agree to the declaration that you understand this is financial assistance and you have no legal right to the amount requested.
Step 9:**** Acknowledge that you are entitled to a marriage grant only once for the marriage of two daughters.
Step 10:**** Finally, click "Save and Forward" to apply.
NOTE: Once the application reaches KSB Sectt., the staff and officers at KSB carry out vetting and approval of the application. Final payment is made online in due course based on the availability of funds in AFFD.
Frequently Asked Questions
My rank was Havildar; am I eligible for this financial assistance for my daughter's marriage?
Yes, the scheme is for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) up to the rank of Havildar or equivalent, so you are eligible.
Can I apply for the marriage grant if I am a non-pensioner ESM?
Yes, this scheme provides financial assistance to both pensioner and non-pensioner Ex-Servicemen.
Is there a limit on how many of my daughters can receive this financial grant?
Yes, the financial assistance is applicable for a maximum of two daughters.
What is the deadline for submitting the application after my daughter's marriage?
You must apply online within 180 days of the date the marriage was solemnised.
Can a widow of an ESM apply for this grant for her own remarriage?
Yes, the scheme provides financial assistance for the remarriage of ESM widows.
I am an orphan daughter of an ESM; can I apply for financial assistance for my marriage?
Yes, an orphan daughter of an ESM is eligible to apply for this financial aid for her marriage.
My daughter is 17 years old, but her marriage is solemnized. Can I still apply for the grant?
No, your daughter must be above 18 years of age to be eligible for the grant.
What documents do I need to scan and upload with my online application?
You need to upload a colored scan of your Discharge Book, proof of your daughter's age and marriage certificate, a self-certificate, bank account details, and your Pension Payment Order (PPO).
I have received a similar grant from my State Government; can I still apply for this one?
No, you must certify that you have not obtained any financial assistance for this purpose from the State or Service.
Can I apply for the grant for my second daughter's marriage?
Yes, you can apply for your second daughter's marriage through a fresh online application, which must be uploaded within 180 days of her marriage.
What kind of certificate is needed as proof of marriage?
A marriage certificate from the Marriage Registrar is required as proof of marriage.
I am a non-pensioner ESM. Is there any additional information I need to provide?
Yes, non-pensioners need to provide their monthly income from other sources in the application.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Complete colored scan copy of Discharge Book/Document (must have entry regarding daughter)
- Proof of Age of the daughter
- Proof of Marriage - Certificate from the Marriage Registrar
- A Certificate from the Applicant that he/she has not taken any money/assistance/grant from the respective State Govt / Services towards the daughter's marriage
- Details of Bank A/c No, i.e first page of Bank Passbook or cancelled cheque, duly printed name of account holder, IFSC Code, Account no. and Name of Bank
- Pension Payment Order (PPO)