Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana

About Us

The Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana is administered by the Social Justice & Empowerment Department and the Tribal Development Department of the Government of Gujarat. The scheme has been operational since 1991 and is named after the Gujarati literary and mythological reference to Kunwarbai nu Mameru, which is a narrative poem about Lord Krishna helping Narsinh Mehta perform the ‘Mameru’ (ceremony of gifts from the maternal side) for his daughter Kunwarbai’s wedding. This scheme embodies the spirit of providing timely support for a daughter’s wedding.

Scheme Overview

Here is a quick reference table providing an overview of the key details of the scheme:

Purpose

The main purpose of the Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana is to provide financial assistance to the families of poor and economically weaker section girls during their marriage. This support is intended to:

• Help reduce the financial strain on the family during the wedding.
• Encourage social upliftment and welfare of the girl child.

Benefits (Assistance Amount)

The financial assistance is provided directly into the bank account of the beneficiary girl (or her father/guardian) via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the scheme, the applicant must meet the following general conditions (specific income limits may vary based on the department for different castes):

Required Documents

The following is a list of essential documents typically required for the application:

• Bride’s Aadhaar Card
• Bride’s Caste Certificate (Issued by a Competent Authority)
• Bride’s Father/Guardian’s Aadhaar Card
• Annual Income Certificate of the Bride’s Father/Guardian (latest)
• Proof of Residence (e.g., Ration Card, Electricity Bill, Election Card, etc.)
• Age Proof of Bride and Groom (e.g., School Leaving Certificate/Birth Certificate)
• Marriage Registration Certificate (Mandatory)
• Bank Passbook (First page copy) or Cancelled Cheque of the Bride or Father/Guardian (where the name of the girl is mentioned behind the father/guardian’s name).
• Self-Declaration Form, Undertaking/Guarantee Letter (as per prescribed format).
• Death Certificate of the father (if not alive).
• A recent joint photograph of the bride and groom.

How to Apply

The application process for the Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana is online through the Gujarat government’s social welfare portal.

1. Visit the Official Portal: Go to the official Social Welfare portal of Gujarat, which is typically https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/.
2. Registration: For new users, click on the ‘Please Register Here’ link under ‘Citizen Login’ and complete the registration by filling in details like name, Aadhaar number, date of birth, caste, mobile number, etc.
3. Login: Log in using the generated User ID and Password.
4. Update Profile: Complete or update the user profile with all mandatory information.
5. Apply for Scheme: Select the Kunwar Bai Nu Mameru Yojana from the list of available schemes.
6. Fill Application Form: Fill in the application form with all the required details, including personal, marital, and bank information.
7. Upload Documents: Upload all the necessary documents as specified in the required format and size.
8. Submit: Agree to the terms and conditions, Save the application, and then Submit it.
9. Print: Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Application Status

You can track the status of your application on the official portal after submission:

1. Log in to the https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in/ portal.
2. Look for the ‘Your Application Status’ or similar option.
3. Enter your Application Number and Date of Birth to search for the status.
4. The system will display whether your application is pending, approved, or if any deficiency has been found.

Registration and Login

• Registration: New applicants must first register on the esamajkalyan portal by providing personal details as per the Aadhaar card.
• Login: Existing users can log in with their User ID and Password to apply for the scheme, update their profile, or check the application status.

Contact Us Details

For queries and assistance regarding the scheme, applicants can contact the respective department’s office:

• Department: Director Scheduled Caste Welfare (DSCW) / Director Developing Castes Welfare (DDCW) / Tribal Development Department (TDD), Government of Gujarat.
• Website: https://sje.gujarat.gov.in/ (Social Justice and Empowerment Department) or https://sje.gujarat.gov.in/ddcw/ (Developing Castes Welfare) or https://evandanbandhu.gujarat.gov.in/ (Tribal Development).
• Contact Information: The specific contact details (phone numbers and office addresses) can be found on the respective departmental websites of the Government of Gujarat.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q1. What is the amount of financial assistance provided?
  • A. ₹12,000/- for marriages that took place on or after April 1, 2021 (₹10,000/- for those before this date).
• Q2. Who implements this scheme?
  • A. The Director, Scheduled Caste Welfare, or Director, Tribal Development, under the Social Justice & Empowerment Department, Government of Gujarat.
• Q3. Is the benefit available for remarriage?
  • A. No, the general scheme benefit is not available for remarriage, except in some reported cases like widow remarriage. Check the latest guidelines for your specific category.
• Q4. Can I apply for assistance after two years of marriage?
  • A. No, the application for assistance must be made within two years of the marriage date.
• Q5. How many daughters in a family can benefit?
  • A. The benefit is available for a maximum of two adult daughters in a family.