Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme was introduced by the Department of Women Development Government of West Bengal, aims to improve the status and well-being of girls. Through this scheme, Conditional Cash Transfers are provided to incentivise girls to continue their education. In this article, we look at the Kanyashree Prakalpa scheme in detail.
What is Kanyashree Prakalpa?
Kanyashree Prakalpa is a Government of West Bengal scheme for improving the educational, social and financial well-being of adolescent girls.
Objectives of the Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme
- To provide financial help to the girls from disadvantaged families to pursue higher studies
- Eliminate the malnutrition and undernutrition of girl children.
- To prevent child marriage in West Bengal by increasing the enrolment of girls in secondary education, vocational or sports training
- To encourage the delay of marriages for girls until they reach the age of 18
- To help students to continue their education for a long time
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a resident of West Bengal.
- The applicant should be enrolled and regularly attending an educational institution.
- The applicant should be unmarried.
- The applicant should be from a family where the total income is not more than ₹1,20,000/- per year.
- The applicant for the Annual Scholarship (K1) should be between the ages of 13 and 18 years.
- The applicant for the One-Time Grant (K2) should be between the ages of 18 and 19 years.
Documents Required
- Age proof document – a copy of the birth certificate
- A statement of declaration of being unmarried
- Income certificate
- Certificate of enrolment and attendance by Head of Institution of Education or Training
- Copy of certificate of disability (for disabled girls)
- Photocopy of bank passbook
Process to Apply for Kanyashree Prakalpa Yojana
Step 1: Collect the application from the institution/school.
Step 2: Open a bank account in the beneficiary’s name.
Step 3: Submit the completed application form along with attested and attached documents to the Head Teacher of the school/institution.
The applicable conditions should be checked before submitting the application. The Annual scholarship or one-time grant will be paid to the beneficiaries by the DBT. After the approval of the application, the applicant will receive amount in bank account.
Conclusion
West Bengal Kanyashree Prakalpa provides financial support to eligible adolescent girls. Eligible students can apply for Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme. The scheme should not only provide adolescent girls with financial assistance but also serve as a tool for financial inclusion. Applicants should provide accurate personal, educational and bank information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for Kanyashree Prakalpa?
Only girls of West Bengal, regularly attending educational institutions, and who meet the income or special criteria can apply.
What is the amount of the Annual Scholarship (K1 Level)?
The Annual Scholarship (K1 Level) under the Kanyashree Prakalpa Scheme is Rs. 500 per year for eligible girls.
Who is eligible for the Kanyashree K3 Prakalpa?
Girl students who have previously registered for the Kanyashree K2 scheme, passed an undergraduate degree with at least 45% marks.
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