About this social welfare scheme
The scheme is designed to support economically disadvantaged families belonging to the SC/ST and minority communities by providing one-time financial assistance for the marriage of their daughters.
The scheme "Kalyana Lakshmi Pathakam" was launched in 2014 by the Backward Classes Welfare Department, Government of Telangana, aims to alleviate financial distress in SC/ST and minority families by providing financial assistance to unmarried girls at the time of marriage. this scheme, a one-time financial assistance of Rs. 1,00,116 (Rs. 1,25,145 for disabled girls) is provided to eligible girls at the time of marriage.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Kalyana Lakshmi Pathakam (KLP) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Backward Classes Welfare Department |
| Launch year | 2014 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Telangana |
| Official portal | telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Backward Classes Welfare Department, Telangana |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Family |
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Family income limit | Up to Rs. 2 lakh per year |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 18 to 35 years
- 🏷️SC / ST / OBC / PVTG
- 💰Income Rs. 2 lakh tak
- 💍Never Married
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- One-time financial assistance of Rs. 1,00,116/- for unmarried SC/ST and minority girls at the time of marriage.
- One-time financial assistance of Rs. 1,25,145/- for disabled girls, irrespective of caste, under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- The amount is directly credited to the bride’s bank account.
- Only one-time assistance is allowed in a lifetime.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be an unmarried girl belonging to the SC/ST/BC/EBC community.
- The applicant should be a resident of Telangana.
- The applicant should be 18 years of age at the time of marriage.
- The applicant's marriage should be scheduled on or after October 2, 2014.
- The applicant’s parental income should not exceed Rs. 2,00,000/- per annum.
Note: Enhanced financial support is available for disabled girls under Section 24(1) of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Who is not eligible
- Applicants who have already availed the benefit once are not eligible.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 1: Visit the official ePASS website at https://telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in/ .
Step 2: Select "Kalyana Lakshmi Pathakam" scheme.
Step 3: Fill in the bride’s personal, caste, income, and address details.
Step 4: Upload scanned documents including Aadhaar, caste/income certificates, bank passbook, marriage certificate/photo, etc.
Step 5: Apply online.
Step 6: A unique application number will be generated.
Step 7: Await verification from the Welfare Department.
Step 8: Upon approval, the sanctioned amount will be credited to the bride’s bank account.
Step 9: Save acknowledgment/receipt for future reference.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 02 Oct 2014 |
|---|
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
The scheme was launched by the Government of Telangana to provide financial assistance to the marriage of girls belonging to the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes/Backward Classes/Economically Backward Classes communities.
What is the minimum age required to apply under this scheme?
The bride must be at least 18 years old at the time of marriage.
Can I apply if my parents earn more than Rs. 2,00,000 per year?
No, the combined annual income of the applicant's parents must not exceed Rs. 2,00,000.
Can this scheme be availed more than once?
No, it is a one-time financial assistance and can be availed only once in a lifetime.
Is a wedding card compulsory for application?
No, it is optional but can be uploaded if available.
How is the money disbursed under the scheme?
After verification, the amount is directly transferred to the bank account of the bride.
What optional documents can be submitted?
SSC Hall ticket number and year of passing may be submitted where applicable.
Where can I track my application status?
You can check the status on https://telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in/ After login.
References and official sources
Apply only on the official portal. Nothing is applied for on this site, and applying is free.
- Official Website rajannasircilla.telangana.gov.in
- Guidelines (PDF) cdma.cgg.gov.in
- Financial Enhancement Order (PDF) wdsc.telangana.gov.in
- Application Portal telanganaepass.cgg.gov.in
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