Overview and core objectives of Kanyashree
- Administered by the Department of Women Development and Social Welfare, Government of West Bengal.
- Encourages adolescent girls to continue schooling, complete secondary education, and delay marriage until at least age 18.
- Transfers financial assistance directly into the student's personal bank account to promote financial independence and digital literacy.
Scheme components: K1 and K2 grants
- K1 (Annual scholarship): Awarded annually to unmarried female students aged 13 to 18 enrolled in Classes 8 through 12 in recognized schools.
- K2 (One-time grant): A one-time financial transfer provided to unmarried female students upon turning 18, who are actively pursuing higher education or vocational courses.
- Promotes higher educational enrollment in universities, polytechnics, and industrial training institutes.
Application and school-level enrollment process
- Applications are initiated through the student's educational institution (school, madrasah, or college).
- Required documents: Birth certificate, Aadhaar card, bonafide school enrollment certificate, unmarried declaration, and personal bank passbook details.
- Students and parents can track application processing and disbursement status on the official Kanyashree portal (wbkanyashree.gov.in).
Official source
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Common questions
What is Kanyashree Prakalpa?
It is a conditional cash transfer scheme in West Bengal that supports adolescent girls' education and discourages child marriage.
What is the difference between K1 and K2 in Kanyashree?
K1 is an annual scholarship for schoolgirls aged 13-18, while K2 is a one-time grant for unmarried girls reaching 18 years in higher education.
Where do students apply for Kanyashree?
Applications are submitted directly through the head of the student's school, college, or recognized educational institution.
What is the official portal for tracking Kanyashree status?
The official portal is wbkanyashree.gov.in.
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