Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- Girls aged 13–18 enrolled in Class 8–12 or equivalent vocational course (K1)
- Girls turning 18 who are unmarried and enrolled in education or vocational training (K2)
- West Bengal domicile girls
- Family annual income below ₹1.2 lakh (for K1 and K2)
- Girls with disability are eligible regardless of income limit
Who Cannot Apply
- Girls who are married before age 18
- Girls not enrolled in a recognised school or vocational institution
- Girls whose family income exceeds ₹1.2 lakh per annum (except disabled)
- Non-WB domicile applicants
Benefits
- K1 (Annual): ₹1,000/year for girls aged 13–18 enrolled in school
- K2 (One-time): ₹25,000 at age 18 on remaining unmarried and continuing education or vocational training
- K3: Scholarship support for higher education (select categories)
- Direct bank transfer to girl's own account
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- School enrollment certificate / bonafide certificate
- Age proof (birth certificate or school certificate)
- Income certificate (below ₹1.2 lakh per annum)
- Bank passbook in girl's own name (Aadhaar-linked)
- Self-declaration of unmarried status (for K2)
- Passport size photograph
- Disability certificate (if applicable, for income waiver)
How to Apply
Online
- Visit wbkanyashree.gov.in
- Register using the girl's Aadhaar and school details
- Fill K1 or K2 application form with income and enrollment details
- Upload required documents and submit
- Track application status on the portal
Offline / CSC
- Collect application form from your school (the school is the primary nodal point)
- Fill the form with required documents and submit to the school teacher-in-charge
- School submits the consolidated list to the Block or District office
- Funds are directly credited to the girl's bank account after verification
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. K1 is the annual grant received every year from age 13–18. K2 is a separate one-time grant claimed at age 18, provided she is unmarried and still in education.
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