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Health & Wellness; Women and Child

Girl Students Health & Hygiene Scheme

The scheme “Girl Students Health & Hygiene Scheme” was announced by the Department of School Education, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh in 2013 for the girl students studying in classes 6-12. The scheme's focus was to retain, maintain hygiene, and continue education throughout the year.

Authority

State

Region

Arunachal Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- ₹50/- per student per month in all Govt. schools through DBT (all year amount is credited to the account of the beneficiary).

Who can apply

The beneficiary must be a girl student.; The beneficiary must be studying in classes VI to XII.; The beneficiary must be enrolled in a government or government-aided school.; The beneficiary must be a resident of Arunachal Pradesh.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

How can I apply under this scheme?

The girl students need not apply to take benefits of the scheme.

How can I get sanitary napkins under this scheme?

The sanitary napkins will be given to the girl students by their schools.

When was this scheme launched?

This scheme was announced in 2013.

What is the objective of the scheme?

The objective of the scheme is to increase awareness among adolescent girls on Menstrual Hygiene.

By which department was this scheme started?

The scheme was stated by the Department of Education.

What is the benefit of this scheme?

[?]50/- per month is given to each girl student in all Govt. schools through DBT.

Who is eligible under this scheme?

All girl students from class VI to XII studying in government and government-aided schools in Arunachal Pradesh.

Can a student of a private school avail the benefit of this scheme?

No, girl students studying in government and government-aided schools are eligible for the scheme.