Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme (K1 & K2) (West Bengal)
Department of Women and Child Development and Social Welfare, Government of West Bengal · West Bengal
| Scheme Name | Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme (K1 & K2) (West Bengal) |
| Provided By | Department of Women and Child Development and Social Welfare, Government of West Bengal |
| Eligibility Summary | Class 11-12, Graduation, Engineering (< ₹8L Income) |
About the Program
Check Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme (K1 & K2) details in West Bengal. Learn about official eligibility criteria, annual family income limits, required documents list, K1 and K2 scholarship amounts (₹1,000 and ₹25,000), age limit, and how to apply offline at your school on wbkanyashree.gov.in.
Benefits & Financial Support
₹25k+
K1 (Annual Stipend): ₹1,000/year for unmarried girls aged 13-18 (Class 8-12). K2 (One-Time Grant): ₹25,000 paid upon turning 18, provided the student remains unmarried and is enrolled in higher education or training.
Annual stipend of ₹1,000 for younger students (K1) and a major one-time developmental grant of ₹25,000 (K2) to promote girl child education, prevent early marriage, and support higher studies or vocational training.
Note: Must be unmarried and continue studies to receive the K2 grant.
Eligibility Criteria & Income Limit
| Education Level | Class 8-12, UG, PG, Diploma, ITI |
| Course / Stream | All Streams |
| Income Limit | Up to ₹1.2 Lakh/year |
| Category / Caste | All |
| Domicile State | West Bengal |
Mandatory Documents Checklist
- ✓Aadhaar Card
- ✓Birth Certificate
- ✓Unmarried Self-Declaration (signed by student and parent)
- ✓Previous Class Marksheet
- ✓Income Certificate (signed by competent authority)
- ✓Bank Passbook in the student's name
- ✓Passport-size Photograph
- ✓Bonafide Student Certificate from Institution
- ✓JJ Home Inmate Certificate or Disability Certificate (if applying for income limit waiver)
Selection Process
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Direct benefit transfer upon satisfying all eligibility criteria (unmarried female, domicile of West Bengal, age limits, regular educational enrollment, and family income below ₹1.2 Lakh)
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The income limit is waived for orphans, JJ Home inmates, and students with >40% disability.
Renewal Policy
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K1 is renewed annually through the school portal
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K2 is a one-time grant upon turning 18 and requires a separate application.
How to Apply Online
Applications are submitted online via Offline. Complete eKYC, upload scanned documents, and submit before the closing date.
- 1Obtain Form
Collect the Kanyashree Application Form (Form K1 for annual scholarship, Form K2 for one-time grant) free of cost from your school or college.
- 2Fill Details
Complete the form carefully with personal details, bank account information, and institutional details.
- 3Open Bank Account
Ensure you have a bank account in your name. WBMDFC/School authorities often help arrange student bank accounts.
- 4Sign Declarations
The student must sign the unmarried declaration. The parent/guardian must also sign the declaration of marital status and family income.
- 5Attach Documents
Gather copies of your Aadhaar, birth certificate, bank passbook, previous marksheet, and passport photo.
- 6Submit to School
Submit the filled form with attached documents directly to your school/college office.
- 7School Portal Upload
The institution authorities will verify your documents and upload the data to the official Kanyashree Portal.
- 8Receive Acknowledgment
You will receive a system-generated acknowledgment slip with your Kanyashree ID for tracking your status online.
Common Questions (FAQs)
Who is eligible for the Kanyashree K2 one-time grant?
Unmarried girls who are permanent residents of West Bengal, enrolled in a recognized institution, have turned 18 years of age (born on or after specified dates), and have a family income below ₹1.2 Lakh (unless eligible for waiver).
Under what conditions is the ₹1.2 Lakh income limit waived?
The annual family income ceiling is completely waived if the girl student has lost both parents (orphan), has a physical disability of 40% or more, or is an inmate of a Juvenile Justice home.
Can I apply for Kanyashree online by myself?
No. The application form must be obtained from and submitted directly to your school or college. The school authorities upload the application to the portal.
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