ICIRMA 2026: ₹50,000 Award for Inter-Caste/Inter-Religious Couples
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Quick answer
ICIRMA gives a ₹50,000 award to inter-caste or inter-religious married couples in Uttarakhand. Couples who are residents and meet the eligibility criteria can apply by submitting required documents to the District Social Welfare Officer.
At a glance
| Main benefit | ₹50,000 Award for Couples |
| Ministry / department | Department Of Social Welfare |
| Level | State Government (Uttarakhand) |
| Application mode | Offline |
About the scheme
ICIRMA is a state‑level scheme run by the Department of Social Welfare in Uttarakhand. It aims to promote social harmony by providing financial assistance to married couples who have entered into either an inter‑caste marriage with one spouse belonging to a Scheduled Caste, or an inter‑religious marriage where both spouses belong to different religions. The award is a joint amount of ₹50,000 given to the couple after the necessary verification and approval process.
Benefits
- Joint financial assistance of ₹50,000 to the married couple
Who can apply (eligibility)
- Resident of Uttarakhand
- Married couple
- Inter‑caste marriage with one spouse belonging to Scheduled Caste
- Inter‑religious marriage with spouses belonging to different religions
Documents required
- Identity proof
- Proof of date of birth of bride and groom (high school certificate / birth certificate / family register / Aadhaar card)
- Marriage registration certificate
- CBS bank account linked to Aadhaar
- Copy of caste/community certificate
- Proof of residence
How to apply
- 1Collect the application form from the District Social Welfare Officer office.
- 2Fill the form and attach all required documents.
- 3Submit the completed application to the District Social Welfare Officer.
- 4The officer verifies documents and forwards the application with the District Magistrate’s recommendation to the Directorate.
- 5Upon approval, the District Magistrate issues a bank draft to the couple.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for this scheme?+
Any married couple fulfilling the eligibility criteria and residing permanently in Uttarakhand can apply.
What is the financial assistance amount under this scheme?+
A financial assistance of ₹50,000/- is jointly provided to the couple.
What are the eligibility criteria for inter-caste marriages under the scheme?+
In an inter-caste marriage, at least one spouse must belong to a Scheduled Caste.
What are the eligibility criteria for inter-religious marriages under the scheme?+
In an inter-religious marriage, both spouses must belong to different religions.
Is marriage registration mandatory?+
Yes, applicants must provide a valid marriage registration certificate.
Where can I get the application form?+
The application form can be collected from the office of the District Social Welfare Officer.
How do I submit my application?+
The filled application form, along with all necessary documents, should be submitted to the office of the District Social Welfare Officer.
What happens after I submit my application?+
The District Social Welfare Officer verifies the application, and if found eligible, forwards it with the District Magistrate’s recommendation through the Directorate to the government for approval.
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