Kanyashree Prakalpa
✓ Information verified — April 2026Kanyashree Prakalpa is a West Bengal government scheme launched in 2013 to support and empower girls from poor and disadvantaged families. It focuses on preventing child marriage and encouraging girls to stay in school and pursue higher education. The scheme provides financial assistance and support to girls aged 13 to 18 years old.
What You Get
- Cash grant of ₹500 per month for eligible girls
- One-time grant of ₹20,000 upon turning 18 (if conditions are met)
- Incentive to prevent child marriage
- Support for continuing education
- Encouragement for vocational training enrollment
Who Can Apply
- Gender: Female only
- Age: 13–18 years
- Residence: West Bengal residents only
- Girl must be between 13 and 18 years old
- Family annual income must be below the specified limit set by West Bengal government
- Girl must be a resident of West Bengal
- Girl must be enrolled in school or pursuing vocational training
- Girl must not be married
Documents Needed
0/5 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card or Birth Certificate
- 2. Income Certificate
- 3. School Enrollment Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. Residence Proof
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- West Bengal
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- Female
- Age Group
- 13–18 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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