Kunwarbai Nu Mameru Yojana 2026

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The Kunwarbai Nu Mameru Yojana (also known as Kunwarbai’s Maternal Uncle Scheme) is a key welfare initiative by the Gujarat Government under the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment. It provides financial help to economically weaker families for their daughters’ marriage expenses, supporting the cultural tradition of “mameru” (gift from maternal uncle). The scheme targets families from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled teams (ST), Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC/OBC), Developing Castes, and Economically Weaker Sections (EWS).

The assistance was raised from ₹10,000 to ₹12,000 for marriages after April 1, 2021. As of February 2026, no further increase has been announced for 2026—the amount remains ₹12,000 per eligible girl, transferred directly to her bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Objectives

  • Provide financial support for daughters’ weddings in low-income families.
  • Promote girls’ empowerment, social security, and formal marriage registration.
  • Reduce financial burden on backward and economically disadvantaged communities.

Benefits

  • ₹12,000 assistance (for marriages on/after 01/04/2021) credited directly to the girl’s bank account.
  • Online application via e-Samaj Kalyan portal—no office visits required.
  • Benefit available for up to two daughters per family (in most categories like SC/SEBC).
  • Fully transparent DBT process.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Girl must be a permanent resident of Gujarat.
  • She must belong to SC, ST, SEBC (OBC), Developing Castes, or EWS category.
  • Bride’s minimum age: 18 years at marriage.
  • Groom’s minimum age: 21 years.
  • Family annual income limit: Up to ₹6,00,000 in many cases (updated in recent years; older category-specific limits like ₹1.2–1.5 lakh for some groups may apply variably—check portal for exact category).
  • Apply within 2 years of marriage date.
  • Remarriages are not covered.
  • Benefit limited to first marriage only.

Required Documents

  • Aadhaar card (bride and parent/guardian).
  • Ration card.
  • Caste certificate.
  • Income certificate (latest).
  • Birth certificate or school leaving certificate (for age proof).
  • Marriage registration certificate.
  • Bride’s bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked preferred).
  • Passport-size photos.
  • Self-declaration/undertaking form.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official portal: https://esamajkalyan.gujarat.gov.in
  2. Register or log in with your details.
  3. Select Kunwarbai Nu Mameru Yojana from the schemes list.
  4. Fill in personal, family, marriage, and bank details accurately.
  5. Upload scanned documents.
  6. Submit and save the application number for tracking.
  7. Print the form for records.

Application Status Check

  • Log in to the portal.
  • Go to “Application Status.”
  • Enter your application number to see if it’s status.

Important Notes for 2026

  • Assistance stays at ₹12,000—no confirmed hike for 2026 based on official sources and recent reports (e.g., ongoing benefits in districts like Bhavnagar and Mahesana).
  • Funds go only to the bride’s account.
  • Provide correct info—false details can lead to rejection or recovery.
  • Helpline: 1800-233-5500 or contact local District Social Welfare Office/Mamlatdar.
  • For latest updates, always visit the e-Samaj Kalyan portal directly, as schemes can see minor tweaks.

This scheme has helped thousands of girls in Gujarat, making weddings more affordable for poor families. If you’re in Rajkot or elsewhere in Gujarat and planning to apply, head to the official portal soon!

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