The Karnataka administration has established updated wedding dates for the 2026 Saptapadi Vivah Yojana, also known as the mass marriage initiative. To manage large gatherings, these mass ceremonies will now be held twice a month. New auspicious dates have been scheduled for January 15 & 20, 2021, and February 20 & 23, 2021, under this state-sponsored program. While originally intended to take place twice annually, the government shifted to a bi-monthly schedule starting in January 2021 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Karnataka Saptapadi Vivah Yojana 2026
The Karnataka government officially introduced the Saptapadi Vivah Yojana on January 10, 2020. This mass marriage scheme offers financial support of Rs. 55,000 to couples getting married under the program. To receive these benefits, applicants must complete their 2026 registration at designated temples. Below are the comprehensive details regarding this wedding initiative launched by former CM B.S. Yediyurappa.
The Chief Minister previously unveiled the official branding for the 'Saptapadi' group wedding ceremonies. This article covers essential information, including how to claim the 2026 assistance, the registration process, and the specific eligibility requirements. The state government hosts these ceremonies at Grade A temples managed by the Religious Endowment Department.
Couples planning to marry soon can take advantage of the Saptapadi Vivah Yojana. The initiative aims to facilitate approximately 1,000 weddings across 90 to 100 different temples.
Assistance Amount in Sapthapadi Vivah Yojna
This section outlines the financial and material support provided to couples participating in the state's mass marriage program:-
- Groom - A shirt, a dhoti, and a cash grant of Rs 5,000.
- Bride - A saree, a cash grant of Rs 1,000, and 8 grams of gold for the "Mangalsutra."
- Total Assistance Value (Rs. 55,000) - The combined value of support for the couple totals approximately Rs. 55,000 under the 2026 Karnataka Saptapadi Vivah Yojana.
A total of Rs. 55,000 is allocated to temples to cover the necessary arrangements for the wedding rituals.
Eligibility Criteria for Karnataka Saptapadi Vivah Yojana
To qualify for the financial assistance provided by the 2026 Karnataka Saptapadi Vivah Yojana, applicants must meet these requirements:-
- Applicants must be permanent residents of Karnataka.
- The marriage must be held at one of the government-approved temples.
- Both sets of parents must be present at the ceremony for the couple to claim the aid.
- Couples marrying without parental consent are not eligible for the program.
- Love marriages are currently not covered under this specific state scheme.
Karnataka Saptapadi Vivah Yojana Registration
Couples intending to participate should register at the selected temple at least 30 days prior to their wedding date. After registration, a list of qualified couples is compiled. Participants are then required to undergo their wedding rites during the official mass ceremony, where the government will distribute the Saptapadi Vivah Yojana 2026 benefits.
Check Mass Marriage New Dates
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the schedule for mass marriages has been revised. The ceremonies are now set for the following dates:-
- January 15, 2021
- January 20, 2