Kanyashree Prakalpa (West Bengal)
Annual scholarships for unmarried girls aged 13–18 in education, and a one-time ₹25,000 grant at 18 — West Bengal’s flagship against child marriage.
Key facts
| K1 (annual) | ₹1,000 a year scholarship, ages 13–18 |
|---|---|
| K2 (one-time) | ₹25,000 grant at age 18 |
| Who | Unmarried girls, 13–18, resident in West Bengal, in Class 8 or above |
| Income limit | None — the earlier ₹1.2 lakh ceiling was removed |
| Key condition | Must be unmarried (the scheme’s tool against child marriage) |
| Apply through | Your school/institution → wbkanyashree.gov.in |
| Application window | K1 is renewed each year through your school; K2 is claimed once, at 18, by upgrading your existing Kanyashree ID. |
Benefits
K1 pays an annual scholarship (₹1,000 a year) from age 13 to 18 to keep girls in school. K2 is a one-time grant of ₹25,000 paid at 18 to support higher education or vocational training — conditional on being unmarried at that point, which is the scheme’s quiet weapon against child marriage.
Full guide
What the scheme gives you
Kanyashree Prakalpa is West Bengal’s flagship scheme to keep girls in school and delay marriage, and it has two parts. K1 pays a yearly scholarship of ₹1,000 from age 13 to 18, so the family has a reason to keep the girl studying rather than marry her early. K2 then pays a one-time grant of ₹25,000 when she turns 18 — but only if she is still unmarried and still in education or training. That single condition is the scheme’s quiet, powerful tool against child marriage, and it has made Kanyashree internationally recognised.
Who can apply
- An unmarried girl aged 13 to 18, resident in West Bengal
- Enrolled in Class 8 or above at a recognised school, madrasah or an equivalent open-schooling / vocational course
- No income limit — the earlier ₹1.2 lakh family-income ceiling has been removed
- For K2: she turns 18 while still unmarried and in education or training
How to apply
You apply through the girl’s school or institution, not directly. Collect the form there, and the institution submits it on the Kanyashree portal (wbkanyashree.gov.in). You will need a bank account in the girl’s own name, age proof, and a guardian-signed declaration that she is unmarried. When she turns 18, K2 is claimed by upgrading her existing K1 ID rather than starting a new application, and status can be tracked on the portal.
Documents you need
- Birth certificate or age proof
- Bank account in the girl’s own name
- Unmarried declaration signed by the guardian
Who can apply
- Age 13–18
- Women / girls only
- Resident of West Bengal
- unmarried
- enrolled in education
K1 (annual): unmarried girls aged 13–18, resident in West Bengal and enrolled in class 8 or above at a recognised school, madrasah, or an equivalent open-schooling or vocational course. The earlier family income ceiling of ₹1.2 lakh has been removed, so the scheme is open regardless of income. K2 (one-time): girls who turn 18 while still unmarried and still in education or training.
Who is not eligible
- Girls who are married (marriage before 18 forfeits the K2 grant)
- Girls not enrolled in Class 8 or above (or an equivalent course)
- Non-residents of West Bengal
How to apply
Collect the application form from your school or institution — the institution itself submits it on the Kanyashree portal (wbkanyashree.gov.in). You will need a bank account in the girl’s name, age proof and an unmarried declaration; K2 applicants upgrade their existing K1 ID, and status can be tracked on the portal.
- Collect the K1 (or K2) application form from your school, madrasah or institution.
- Open a bank account in the girl’s own name and keep age proof and the guardian-signed unmarried declaration ready.
- The institution submits your form on the Kanyashree portal (wbkanyashree.gov.in) — you do not file it yourself.
- For K2 at 18, upgrade the existing K1 ID rather than registering fresh.
- Track the status and payment on the portal.
Documents required
- Birth certificate / age proof
- Bank account in the girl's name
- Unmarried declaration (signed by guardian)
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Not sure about the income limit | There is no income limit anymore — the old ₹1.2 lakh ceiling was removed, so eligibility no longer depends on family income. |
| K2 grant not received at 18 | K2 requires you to still be unmarried and in education/training at 18, and to have upgraded your K1 ID — check both with your institution and on the portal. |
| Bank account issue | The money must go to a bank account in the girl’s OWN name — open one before applying and make sure the details are correct. |
Frequently asked questions
What does Kanyashree give?
A yearly ₹1,000 scholarship (K1) from age 13 to 18 to keep girls in school, and a one-time ₹25,000 grant (K2) at 18 if she is still unmarried and studying.
Is there an income limit?
No — the earlier ₹1.2 lakh family-income ceiling has been removed, so any income qualifies.
Why does marriage matter?
The ₹25,000 K2 grant is paid only if the girl is unmarried at 18 — that condition is how the scheme discourages child marriage.
How do we apply?
Through the girl’s school or institution, which submits the form on the Kanyashree portal (wbkanyashree.gov.in). You need a bank account in her name, age proof and an unmarried declaration.
Who can apply?
Unmarried girls aged 13–18, resident in West Bengal, studying in Class 8 or above at a recognised school, madrasah or equivalent course.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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