The objective of this scheme is to encourage and support widows to remarry and lead a normal life in society. Through this scheme, eligible individuals receive financial assistance...
Financial assistance of ₹50,000/- in the form of a National Saving Certificate.
Eligibility (who can apply)
The applicant should be a citizen of India.
The applicant should be a Widow.
The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or by continuous residence of not less than 5 years.
The applicant should not be carrying a child.
The applicant's annual income should not exceed ₹75,000/- per annum.
The bridegroom should be a bachelor or a widower.
The Bride and the Bridegroom should be of legal marriage age, i.e. 18 years for the Bride and 21 years for the Bridegroom.
How to Apply
**Online**
**Step 1:** Visit the [Official Website](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/) of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
**Step 2:** At the top right corner of the home page, click "[Login](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/Login.aspx)".
In the login screen, click "[Register a New Membership](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/Registration.aspx)".
**Step 3:** On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number).
Agree to the declaration.
Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
**Step 4:** Visit the [Official Website](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/) of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Incentive to Widow's Remarriage / what is the eligibility?
1. The applicant should be a citizen of India.
1. The applicant should be a Widow.
1. The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Puducherry by birth or by continuous residence of not less than 5 years.
1. The applicant should not be carrying a child.
1. The applicant's...
What are the benefits of Incentive to Widow's Remarriage?
Financial assistance of ₹50,000/- in the form of a National Saving Certificate.
How to apply online for Incentive to Widow's Remarriage?
**Online**
**Step 1:** Visit the [Official Website](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/) of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
**Step 2:** At the top right corner of the home page, click "[Login](https://edistrict.py.gov.in/Login.aspx)". In the login screen, click &q...