What you get
Financial Assistance at Different Stages: | - ₹4,000/- at the time of admission in 1st standard. | - ₹6,000/- at the time of admission in 9th standard. | - ₹1,00,000/- at the age of 18 years for higher education or marriage.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What is the financial assistance provided by the scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance of Rs. 1 lakh to families with one or two girl children. This assistance is provided in three instalments, with Rs. 4,000 provided at the time of admission to Class 1, Rs. 6,000 provided at the time of admission to Class 9, and the remaining amount of Rs. 1 lakh provided when the girl child completes 18 years of age.
Can the financial assistance be used for any purpose?
The financial assistance provided by the scheme is intended to be used for the education and welfare of the girl child. However, the government of Gujarat does not impose any restrictions on how the funds are used by the family.
Is the financial assistance available for all girl children in the family?
No, the financial assistance provided by the scheme is available only for families with one or two girl children. Families with more than two girl children are not eligible for the scheme.
Are families with higher income eligible for the scheme?
No, families with an annual income of more than Rs. 2 lakh per annum are not eligible for the scheme.
What happens if the girl child drops out of school?
The financial assistance provided by the scheme is intended to encourage families to educate their girl children. If the girl child drops out of school, the remaining financial assistance may not be provided by the government.
Are families with more than two girl children eligible for the scheme?
No, families with more than two girl children are not eligible for the scheme. The scheme is available only for families with one or two girl children.
Is the scheme available for families with boy children?
No, the scheme is available only for families with girl children. The aim of the scheme is to promote the education and welfare of girl children.
What is the age limit for the girl child to be eligible for the scheme?
The financial assistance provided by the scheme is available only for girl children born after the launch of the scheme on 2nd August 2019.
Is the scheme available for families residing outside Gujarat?
No, the scheme is available only for families residing in the state of Gujarat.
Are families with higher income eligible for the scheme?
No, families with an annual income of more than Rs. 2 lakh per annum are not eligible for the scheme. The aim of the scheme is to benefit families with limited financial resources who may struggle to provide for the education and welfare of their girl child.
How can I apply for the scheme?
You can apply for the scheme by visiting the official website of the Women and Child Development Department of the Government of Gujarat or by visiting the relevant authorities in your district.
What documents do I need to submit with my application?
You will need to submit documents such as birth certificates, income certificates, and other relevant documents as required by the government of Gujarat.
Can I apply for the scheme if I do not have a bank account?
No, it is mandatory for the applicant to have a bank account in the name of the girl child to receive the financial assistance provided by the scheme.
Is there any fee for applying to the scheme?
No, there is no fee for applying to the scheme. The scheme is provided free of cost to eligible families.
What is the duration of the application process?
The duration of the application process may vary based on the volume of applications received by the government of Gujarat. It is recommended that families keep themselves updated with the latest information on the scheme by visiting the official website of the Women and Child Development Department of the Government of Gujarat or by contacting the relevant authorities.