The scheme’s core objective is to support the upbringing and education of girl children by providing need-based, stage-wise financial assistance.
It aims to ease the family’s economic burden, keep girls in school, discourage early marriage, and promote gender equality so that girls can progress confidently from birth through higher education.
Benefits
- Stage-wise cash assistance (birth → vaccination → school entry → higher education)
- Encourages continuous schooling and reduces dropouts
- Eases education-related expenses for low-income families
- Promotes delayed marriage and better health outcomes
- Strengthens long-term social and economic empowerment of girls
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Details |
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| Beneficiary | Girl child from an eligible family (born on or after 1 April 2019) |
| Residency | The family must be permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh |
| Income Limit | The household’s annual income must not exceed ₹300,000. |
| Children Limit | Benefits are typically limited to two girl children per family (exceptions in case of twins or adoption) |
| Education Stage | Must meet age/grade milestones for each assistance tranche |
| Bank Account | Active bank account (preferably Aadhaar-linked) for DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) |
| Exclusions | Ineligible if family exceeds income cap or falls under notified exclusions |
Financial Assistance (Stage-Wise)
The scheme provides ₹25,000 in total, disbursed in six stages:
1. At birth of the girl child: ₹5,000
2. After completing 1 year with full vaccination: ₹2,000
3. On admission to Class 1: ₹3,000
4. On admission to Class 6: ₹3,000
5. On admission to Class 9: ₹5,000
6. On admission to Graduation/Diploma (minimum 2 years): ₹7,000
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card/valid ID of parents and the girl child
- Birth certificate of the child
- Residence/domicile proof of the family
- Income certificate or ration card (as per scheme rules)
- Bank account details/passbook (DBT-enabled)
- Recent passport-size photo
- School admission/enrolment proof (for education-linked tranches)
Step-by-Step Application Process
Online Mode
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Visit the official UP government portal for the scheme.
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Register with a mobile number and ID; verify via OTP.
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Log in and choose the “Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangala Yojana” application.
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Fill in applicant and child details accurately; select the relevant assistance stage.
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Upload scanned documents in the specified format/size.
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Review all entries, accept declarations, and submit.
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Save the acknowledgement/reference number for tracking.
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Track status online; respond to any verification calls/requests.
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On approval, the benefit is transferred directly to the registered bank account.
Offline Mode
Forms are available at designated Common Service Centers (CSCs) and facilitation centers. Fill in the form, attach self-attested copies of documents, and submit to staff. Collect the receipt for future status checks.
Challenges & Criticisms
- Delay in Fund Disbursement: Payments are sometimes not credited on time.
- Verification Issues: Errors in Aadhaar, bank, or school details can block eligible beneficiaries.
- Heavy Documentation: The process may be difficult for low-literacy families.
- Limited Awareness: Many rural households are unaware of the scheme or how to apply.
- Modest Financial Support: ₹25,000 spread across years is helpful but may not fully meet rising education costs.
- Implementation Gaps: Unequal execution across districts affects consistency in benefits.
Impact of the Kanya Sumangala Yojana
Despite challenges, the scheme has had a noticeable positive impact.
It has reduced financial stress on families, encouraged parents to keep daughters in school, improved enrollment and retention of girls in primary and secondary education.
Contributed to delaying early marriage and promoting gender equality, and uplifted social attitudes toward educating daughters, paving the way for economic and social empowerment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much aid is given?
Financial support of ₹25,000 is released in six stages from birth to higher education.
Who can apply?
Families with girl children (born on/after 1 April 2019), within the income cap, and permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh.
How many children are covered?
Up to two eligible girl children per family (exceptions for twins/adoption).
Is an offline application possible?
Yes, applications can be submitted offline at designated centers or Common Service Centers (CSCs), in addition to online submissions.
How to check the status?
Track online using the reference number or visit the facilitation center.
