Balika Samridhi Yojana
by Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India
Rs 500 birth grant + annual scholarships
Central government scholarship providing a post-birth grant and annual scholarships from Class 1 to 10 for girl children from BPL families to promote education.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Free
Participation format
Individual
Duration
Long-term, until the beneficiary turns 18 years old
Eligibility
Open to girl children born on or after 15 August 1997 in Below Poverty Line (BPL) families with annual income under Rs 2 lakhs. Maximum two girls per family. Benefits linked to school enrollment, withdrawable at age 18 if unmarried.
- Age range
- Up to 18 years
- Gender
- Girls only
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Prerequisites
- BPL or EWS family status
- Birth certificate of the girl child
- School enrollment
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Rewards and recognition
Award
Up to Rs 1000 in scholarships
One-time Rs 500 post-birth grant plus annual scholarships ranging from Rs 300 (Class 1-3) to Rs 1,000 (Class 9-10)
What it covers
- Rs 500 one-time post-birth grant
- Rs 300 per annum for Class 1, 2, and 3
- Rs 500 per annum for Class 4
- Rs 600 per annum for Class 5
- Rs 700 per annum for Class 6 and 7
- Rs 800 per annum for Class 8
- Rs 1,000 per annum for Class 9 and 10
Key dates
- Registration opened
- 1 Jan 2026
- Registration closes
- 31 Dec 2026
- Dates
- 1 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
How to apply
- 1Obtain application form from Anganwadi worker (rural areas) or Health Department (urban areas)
- 2Complete the application form with all required details
- 3Submit necessary supporting documents, including birth certificate of the girl child and BPL certificate of the family
- 4Facilitate the opening of a bank account in the girl's name for scholarship deposits
- 5Undergo annual verification for continued scholarship disbursement
Rules and guidelines
- Benefits are limited to a maximum of two girl children per family
- The girl child must be born on or after August 15, 1997
- The family must be living Below the Poverty Line (BPL)
- The accumulated scholarship amount can be withdrawn upon the beneficiary turning 18 years old
About this opportunity
Balika Samridhi Yojana (BSY) is a welfare scheme launched by the Government of India on 2nd October 1997 under the Ministry of Women and Child Development. The scheme was designed to address deep-rooted social challenges around the girl child by changing negative family and community attitudes, improving school enrollment and retention rates among girls, and raising the marriage age.
The scheme provides a one-time post-birth grant of Rs 500 to the mother upon the birth of a girl child, followed by annual scholarships that increase progressively from Rs 300 in Classes 1-3 to Rs 1,000 in Classes 9-10. The total scholarship support across all school years amounts to approximately Rs 5,500 per girl child. The scholarship amounts are deposited into interest-bearing bank accounts opened in the girl's name, and the accumulated amount can be withdrawn upon turning 18, provided the beneficiary remains unmarried.
The scheme is a 100% Centrally Sponsored Scheme targeting girl children born on or after 15th August 1997 in families living Below the Poverty Line. It covers both rural and urban areas across all states and union territories of India, with implementation handled by ICDS through Anganwadi workers in rural areas and by the Health Department in urban areas. Each family can avail benefits for a maximum of two girl children.
Since its launch, BSY has benefited over 50,000 girls and has contributed to increased school enrollment among girls in economically disadvantaged families. The scheme operates alongside other girl child welfare programs like Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.
Frequently asked questions
How many girl children in a family can benefit from Balika Samridhi Yojana?
A maximum of two girl children per family can receive benefits under the scheme, irrespective of the total number of children in the household.
What happens if the beneficiary girl gets married before turning 18?
If the girl marries before the age of 18, she forfeits the annual scholarships and accrued interest. However, she can still withdraw the Rs 500 post-birth grant along with the interest accumulated on that amount.
Where should applicants apply for the Balika Samridhi Yojana?
In rural areas, applicants should approach the nearest Anganwadi centre under ICDS to collect and submit the application form. In urban areas, the application is handled through Health Department functionaries or Municipal offices.
When can the beneficiary withdraw the accumulated scholarship amount?
The beneficiary can withdraw the standing amount in the bank account upon reaching the age of 18 years, provided she is unmarried and obtains a certificate from the Municipal authority or Gram Panchayat.
What is the total financial benefit a girl can receive under this scheme?
A beneficiary receives Rs 500 at birth plus annual scholarships totalling approximately Rs 5,500 from Class 1 through Class 10. The actual amount received at age 18 will be higher due to accumulated interest on the bank deposits.
What is the primary objective of the Balika Samridhi Yojana?
The scheme aims to improve the status of the girl child, encourage school enrollment and retention, and raise the age of marriage by providing financial assistance to girl children from Below Poverty Line (BPL) families.
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