Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Telangana
One-time financial marriage grant of ₹1,00,116 for unmarried brides from SC, ST, BC, EBC, and minority low-income families in Telangana.
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₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown
📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach
₹2,500 Crore annual outlay across Welfare Departments in Telangana
Official Budget Document ↗Over 14 Lakh brides supported with ₹1,00,116 marriage assistance across Telangana
As of: 2026-02-15PIB / Official Citation ↗Verified Eligibility Criteria
Unmarried girl who is a permanent resident of Telangana belonging to SC, ST, BC, EBC, or Minority community. Bride must have completed 18 years and groom 21 years of age at the time of marriage.
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How to Apply
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Register online on the Telangana ePASS portal (telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in) before or immediately after marriage.
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Choose Kalyana Lakshmi (SC/ST/BC/EBC) or Shaadi Mubarak (Minority) track.
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Upload bride and groom age certificates (Class 10 marksheet or birth certificate showing 18+ and 21+),
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Mandal Revenue Officer (MRO / Tahsildar) conducts physical verification and approves sanction.
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State Treasury transfers ₹1,00,116 directly into the bride mother's bank account via DBT.
✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist
⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These
Bride aged below 18 years at marriage, family income exceeding ₹2,00,000 (urban) or ₹1,50,000 (rural), or second marriage claims.
Official Government Application Portal
You will be redirected to the secure official portal: telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in
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Get Scheme Blueprint (₹49)→Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)
Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.
Whose bank account is the ₹1,00,116 credited into?
The amount is credited directly into the bank account of the bride's mother; if the mother is deceased, it is credited into the bride's personal account.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Is the age of the bride strictly verified?
Yes, the bride must be at least 18 years of age on the wedding date; birth certificate or SSC marksheet is strictly verified to combat child marriage.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Can widows or divorcees remarrying apply for the grant?
No, the scheme is strictly designed for the first marriage of an unmarried girl.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Who is eligible to apply for Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Telangana?
Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Telangana. Age: min 18 years. Annual family income ceiling: ₹2,00,000. Applicable gender: female. Conditions: Unmarried girl who is a permanent resident of Telangana belonging to SC, ST, BC, EBC, or Minority community. Bride must have completed 18 years and gr.
Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗Can I track my Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Telangana application status?
Application status for Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Telangana can typically be tracked through the official portal at telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).
What should I do if my Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Telangana payment is delayed or rejected?
First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.
Is there an income tax implication for receiving Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Telangana benefits?
Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.
Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings
Bride aged below 18 years at marriage, family income exceeding ₹2,00,000 (urban) or ₹1,50,000 (rural), or second marriage claims.
Editorial Verification & Change Log
| Date | Field | Description / Update | Source Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | scheme_type | state | Official Source ↗ |
| 2026-10-06 | ministry_id | 197 | Official Source ↗ |
| 2026-09-26 | initial_verification | Baseline verification of Kalyana Lakshmi / Shaadi Mubarak Scheme Telangana guidelines, benefits, and portal integration. | Official Source ↗ |
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices
Scheduled Castes Development Department, Government of Telangana
DSS Bhavan, Masab Tank, Hyderabad, Telangana 500028
Helpline: 040-23390228
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