Kanyashree Prakalpa
Managed by: Department of Women Development & Social Welfare (Directorate of Social Welfare)
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
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 application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
Apply through Kanyashree Online portal (wbkanyashree.gov.in)
School authorities verify and forward the application
Collect form from school/institution
Submit with income certificate and enrollment proof
School principal verifies and forwards to block level
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
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the difference between K1 and K2?
Can married girls apply?
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