Supporting girl children from birth through education and helping families who may struggle to raise a daughter are important goals. The Kanya Sumangala Yojana (sometimes called Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangala Yojana) is a welfare scheme of the Government of Uttar Pradesh that provides cash assistance to families with girl children, especially from lower-income groups. This guide explains clearly what the scheme offers, who can benefit, how the assistance is structured, and what you need to keep in mind, in simple language.

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What is the Kanya Sumangala Yojana

The scheme is designed to encourage the birth, health, education and empowerment of girl children in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Under the scheme, eligible families receive cash assistance in instalments at different life-stages of the girl child (for example at birth, vaccination, school admissions, higher education) so that the burden of raising a daughter is eased and the incentive to invest in her welfare increases.

Key Features of the Scheme

Here are some of the standout features of the Kanya Sumangala Yojana:

Financial assistance is provided in multiple instalments at key milestones of the girl child’s life (birth, vaccination, school admission, higher education) rather than one lump sum.
Benefit amounts vary depending on the stage and the date of birth of the girl child (girls born on or after a certain cut-off date receive full benefits).
The scheme is targeted: families must meet income and child-count criteria, ensuring that the help goes to those who may need it most.
The assistance is directly transferred into the bank account of the beneficiary or guardian (so the funds reach the intended recipient).
It aims to promote gender equality, discourage female foeticide, and improve educational outcomes for girls.

Eligibility – Who qualifies for the scheme

Here are the principal eligibility requirements in simpler terms:

The girl child (and her guardian/family) must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
The family’s annual income should not exceed ₹3 lakh (for most versions of the scheme) to qualify.
A maximum of two girl children per family can avail the full benefits of the scheme (with some exceptions for twins).
The girl child’s date of birth should be on or after a specified cut-off date (for example 1 April 2019) to get the full range of benefits. Girls born before that date may still qualify but may receive lesser benefits.
The family must not have more than two children (in most cases) if they wish to claim benefits for the daughter.
Adopted girl children are eligible under the scheme (when properly documented) in many cases.

Benefits – What assistance a girl child receives

The scheme provides financial aid at different stages (milestones) of the girl child’s life. While exact amounts might change, a typical schedule is as follows:

On birth of the girl child: some amount (e.g., ₹2,000) if she is born on or after the cut-off date.
After one year (post-vaccination or immunisation of the girl child) – e.g., ₹1,000.
On admission to class 1: ₹2,000.
On admission to class 6: ₹2,000.
On admission to class 9: ₹3,000.
After completing class 10/12 and on admission to a bachelor’s degree or 2-year diploma course: ₹5,000.
Some show a slightly higher final instalment schedule (e.g., total benefit ₹25,000 per girl over all stages).

These instalments aim to support different phases: birth, health/vaccination, schooling, higher education. By tying assistance to school admission and further studies, the scheme encourages families to keep the girl in education.

How to Apply / Documents Required

You apply via the official online portal of the Uttar Pradesh Government (for example the scheme’s Citizen login portal) or via designated centres.
Documents you may need include:

Birth certificate of the girl child.
Proof of residence in Uttar Pradesh (Aadhaar, ration card, voter ID, electricity/telephone bill).
Family’s annual income certificate (self-certified or from authorised authority).
Bank account details (often Aadhaar-linked) where benefit is to be credited.
Admission/grade certificate for school/college when claiming later instalments.

Things to Keep in Mind / Conditions

If you miss applying at the right time for a particular milestone (for example admission in class 1 or class 6), you may lose that instalment.
The scheme is subject to change – benefit amounts and eligibility criteria may be updated by the state government from time to time.
The family must ensure they satisfy the income and child-count criteria at the time of application.
For girls born before the eligibility cut-off date, only part of the benefit may be available (depending on how many milestones they can fulfil).
The scheme is for only up to two girl children in most families (exceptions for twins only). If the family has more than two children including boys and girls, benefits under this specific scheme may not apply.

Summary

The Kanya Sumangala Yojana is a well-designed state-level welfare scheme in Uttar Pradesh that supports the girl child from birth to higher education by offering cash assistance at different milestones. With eligibility tied to income, residence and number of children, the scheme targets families who may be less able to provide for a daughter’s health and education. If you are eligible or know someone who is, it is definitely worth registering early and tracking the milestones so you can claim the full benefit.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who is eligible to get benefits under Kanya Sumangala Yojana?

The girl child must be born in Uttar Pradesh (or parents must be permanent residents); the family’s annual income must not exceed ₹3 lakh; and the family should have at most two children (girls) under the scheme criteria.

How many girls per family can claim the scheme benefit?

Generally, a maximum of two girl children per family are eligible. In case of twins in second delivery, an exception may allow a third girl.

What is the total benefit amount under the scheme?

The total cash assistance over the girl’s life stages is around ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 depending on when she was born and how many milestones she hits.

At what stages is the benefit paid?

Typical stages: birth of girl child; after one year and full vaccination; admission to class 1; admission to class 6; admission to class 9; and admission to college/diploma after class 10/12.

If the girl was born before the cut-off date (e.g., April 1 2019) can she still get benefit?

Yes, but she may only receive part of the instalments (depending on which milestone she qualifies for) rather than full benefit.

Can adopted girl children avail this scheme?

Yes, adopted girl children are eligible under many conditions provided adoption is legally recognised and other eligibility criteria are met.

What if the family’s annual income exceeds ₹3 lakh?

If the income income criterion is exceeded, the family may not qualify for this scheme (unless updated rules apply). It’s important to check current government notifications.

How do I apply for this scheme?

You apply online via the official UP government portal dedicated to the scheme, register as guardian/parent of the girl child, upload required documents, and ensure the bank account for benefit is Aadhaar-linked.

Is the benefit transferred directly to bank account?

Yes, the scheme uses direct transfer of benefits into the bank account of the girl child/guardian, to ensure the funds reach the intended recipient.

What happens if I miss claiming one instalment (e.g., for class 6 admission)?

If you miss the timeframe for a particular milestone, you may lose that instalment. It is advisable to apply within the deadline (often by July 31 of relevant year or within 45 days of admission).

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