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Kanyashree Prakalpa

Managed by: Department of Women Development & Social Welfare (Directorate of Social Welfare)

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About the Scheme

Kanyashree Prakalpa is West Bengal's flagship girl education scheme providing annual stipends and a one-time grant to promote girls' education and prevent child marriage.

Welfare Benefits & Assistance

•K1: Annual scholarship of Rs. 1,000 for girls aged 13-18
•K2: One-time grant of Rs. 25,000 upon turning 18 (if unmarried and in education)
•Promotes girls' education and prevents child marriage

Eligibility Criteria

State ResidencyResident of West Bengal

Age LimitsGirls aged 13-18 (K1) and 18-19 (K2)

Family Income CapAnnual family income must not exceed Rs. 1,20,000

Social Class / CategoryAll categories

Additional Prerequisites

Must be enrolled in a recognized educational institution
Must be unmarried at the time of application

Documents Required for Application

Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your online application.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)

Apply through Kanyashree Online portal (wbkanyashree.gov.in)

School authorities verify and forward the application

Who Should Apply?

✓Unmarried girls aged 13-18 in WB
✓Girls from families with income below Rs. 1.2 Lakhs/year

Who Should NOT Apply?

✗Married girls
✗Girls from families with income above Rs. 1.2 Lakhs/year
✗Boys

Common Rejection Reasons

•Family income exceeds threshold
•Applicant found to be married
•Not enrolled in recognized institution

Recent Updates & Changes

»2026: Online application portal modernized

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the difference between K1 and K2?

K1 provides Rs. 1,000/year for girls aged 13-18. K2 provides a one-time Rs. 25,000 grant when the girl turns 18, provided she is unmarried and enrolled in education.

Can married girls apply?

No, the applicant must be unmarried at the time of application. This is a core anti-child marriage condition.