Nanda Gaura Yojana
Nanda Gaura Yojana provides financial assistance to girl children in Uttarakhand for education and empowerment.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹62,000 (one-time) |
|---|---|
| Who | Female residents of Uttarakhand |
| Income limit | ₹72,000 annually |
| Implemented by | Uttarakhand State Government |
| Application window | Apply within 6 months of birth; second phase by November 30. |
Benefits
Eligible families receive a total of ₹62,000 in two phases: ₹11,000 at birth and ₹51,000 upon passing Class 12. Payments are made directly to a bank account linked to the girl child.
Who can apply
- Household income ≤ ₹72,000/year
- Women / girls only
- Resident of Uttarakhand
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
- poor household
This scheme is available to female residents of Uttarakhand whose family income does not exceed ₹72,000 annually. Families can benefit for a maximum of two daughters, and applicants must not be income tax payers or government employees.
How to apply
Applications can be submitted online through the official portal of the scheme.
- Visit the official website for Nanda Gaura Yojana.
- Select the application process for the first or second phase.
- Complete the application form with required personal and bank details.
- Upload all necessary documents as specified.
- Submit the application.
Documents required
- Permanent residence certificate
- Income certificate of guardian issued by concerned Tehsildar
- Certificate of institutional delivery from a valid hospital
- Birth Certificate of the girl child
- Aadhaar card of mother/father/guardian
- Copy of the first page of bank passbook of mother/guardian
- Certificate provided by the concerned Anganwadi worker in the prescribed format
- Passing certificate of class 12 for second phase
- Date of Birth Certificate / Birth Register Certificate for second phase
- Self-proclaimed unmarried beneficiary certificate for second phase
- Certificate issued by the school in the prescribed format for second phase
- Aadhaar card of the mother of girls for second phase
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application rejected | Ensure that all required documents are submitted and that the application is made within the specified time frame. |
| Payment not received | Verify that the bank account is active and linked to the Aadhaar number of the beneficiary. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the time limit to apply for the first phase after the birth of a girl child?
Applications for the first phase must be submitted within six months of the girl's birth.
Is there an income limit for eligibility?
Yes, the maximum annual income limit is ₹72,000, and the income certificate must be issued by the Tehsildar.
Can parents apply if the girl child was born at home?
No, an institutional delivery certificate is required to apply for the first phase of the scheme.
Can families with more than two daughters benefit from the scheme?
No, the scheme allows benefits for a maximum of two girl children per family.
Are there any exemptions for orphans or girls in state-aided homes?
Yes, such girls are exempt from providing income and permanent residence certificates.
What documents are required for the second phase application?
Documents include a permanent residence certificate, income certificate, Class 12 passing certificate, and others as specified.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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