Arundhati Gold Scheme
Getting married soon and need support for traditional gold purchases?
The Assam government’s Arundhati Gold scheme offers financial assistance to brides from economically weaker families.
Portal Highlights
- Portal
- Arundhati Gold Scheme
- Department
- Revenue & D.M. Department, Assam
- Services Covered
- Marriage Assistance, Financial Grant
Checklist Before Applying
- 1The bride's and groom's age must be at least 18 and 21 respectively.
- 2The marriage must be registered under the Special Marriage Act, 1954.
- 3The applicant (bride) applies for the scheme simultaneously with her marriage registration application.
- 4Family income should be less than ₹5 lakh per annum.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.Do they give physical gold?
A.No, an amount of ₹40,000 is directly transferred to the applicant's back account to facilitate the purchase of gold.
Q.Is it applicable for second marriages?
A.No, this financial assistance is strictly reserved for the first marriage of the girl.