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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Grant of Financial Assistance to the Poor Parents Having Only One Girl Child Who is Studying 8th to 10th Standard

This scheme was introduced to promote small family norms, uplift the welfare of girl children, and ease the financial burden on parents during their daughter's marriage. The scheme provides ₹25,000/- financial assistance for single girl children studying in 8th to 10th standard.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- ₹ 25,000/- will be deposited in a fixed deposit in the Post Office in the form of a National Savings Certificate in the name of the Girl Child. | - The maturity amount will be released when the girl child attains the age of eighteen years.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a citizen of India.; The applicant should be a native of Puducherry by virtue of birth or continuous residence of not less than five years.; The applicant should have an annual income not exceeding ₹75,000/-.; The applicant should have only one living girl child and no other issue.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Can the applicant exceed the income limit of ₹75,000/- and still be eligible?

No, the applicant's annual income should not exceed [?]75,000/- to meet the eligibility criteria.

How is the fixed deposit in the Post Office managed?

The [?]25,000/- financial assistance is deposited in the form of a National Savings Certificate, maturing when the girl child turns eighteen.

Why is the study certificate from the school required in the application?

The study certificate validates the enrollment and attendance of the girl child in the specified educational standard.

Who attests the Election Identity Card of the parents?

The Election Identity Card of the parents should be duly attested by a Gazetted Officer.

What is the purpose of the Certificate of Birth of the Girl Child in the application?

The certificate verifies the birth of the girl child, ensuring eligibility for the scheme.

Can the applicant be from outside Puducherry?

No, the applicant must be a native of Puducherry by virtue of birth or continuous residence of not less than five years.

Is there an alternative document if the applicant doesn't have an Aadhaar Card?

Yes, the applicant can submit an Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with specified documents like Passport, Voter ID, or Ration Card.

How is the family ration card attested for the application?

The Family Ration Card should be duly attested by a Gazetted Officer.

What is the role of the Head of the Educational Institution in the application process?

The Head of the Educational Institution provides a forwarding certificate as part of the required documentation.

How is the maturity amount of the fixed deposit released?

The maturity amount is released when the girl child reaches the age of eighteen years.

Is the financial assistance taxable?

The [?]25,000/- financial assistance provided under the scheme is exempt from income tax.

Are there any conditions for utilizing the maturity amount once it's released?

The maturity amount can be utilized at the discretion of the girl child or her legal guardian for her welfare or future endeavors.