Kanya Utthan Yojana by the Bihar government plans to improve the socio-economic status of the girl child, especially those who are economically backward. This scheme covers all expenses of girls from birth till graduation, that too regarding educational fields.
Under the scheme, ₹50,000, it has been envisaged to act as a financial incentive for girls after graduation. This is supposed to reduce their economic burden on the family so as to enable them to pursue higher education and subsequently become self-reliant.
Objectives of the Scheme
Kanya Utthan Yojana Scheme primarily deals with further studies at higher levels. In detail, financial support inspires them to advance in studies and also diminishes the dropouts at every stage of the school course. This scheme also looks towards an overall development of the girl child so that she gets empowered to achieve the goals planned for her studies and emerge as a useful unit of society.
Criteria of Eligibility
A girl, under Kanya Utthan Yojana 2024, shall be eligible for the benefits if the following conditions are there:
- Residence: The applicant shall be a permanent resident of the state of Bihar.
- Gender: The scheme is only available for female students.
- Educational Qualification: Intermediate examination passes with first class marks (12th) in 2024 by the applicant.
- Future Education: The Girl has to be regular in further education in any recognized institution.
Required Documents
In order to get enrolled in the Kanya Utthan Yojana, 2024, applicants shall necessarily have to furnish:
- Aadhar Card
- Intermediate Marksheet
- Bank Account Details
- Income and Caste Certificates
- Residence Proof
- Disability Certificate, if any.
Financial Benefits
The Kanya Utthan Yojana provides financial assistance in different stages:
- Sanitary Napkin Support: ₹300
- Uniform Support: ₹600 for classes 1-2; ₹700 for classes 3-5; ₹1000 for classes 6-8 and 9-12.
- Graduation Support: ₹50,000 after completing graduation.
How to Apply?
Applications can be made online by logging onto the website, methasoft.bih.nic.in. Steps for this are indicated below.
- Scroll down to Kanya Utthan Yojana 2024.
-   Click Apply Now for 2024 graduates.
- Fill in the appropriate details.
- Upload necessary documents.
- Submit the details form and save all information for any further reference.
Check Application Status
Know the application status for Kanya Utthan Yojana 2024 in this regard.
- Follow this link to the official website.
- Open the “Report+” section.
- Enter the required details. Click “Submit” to see the status.
Payment Information
- How to check payment details under this scheme:
- Go to the e-Kalyan portal.
- Enter the required details.
- Click “View Payment Information” to track financial aid.
Conclusion
Kanya Utthan Yojana 2024 is one of the most important programmes taken up for the empowerment of the girl child in the state of Bihar through education. The scheme provides financial aid to the girl child at different educational stages. Hence, this shall make sure that their aspirations and dreams are not at all killed by financial problems, thus ensuring an educated and empowered society. For more information or to apply, visit the official website.
