Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana Bihar — ₹50,000 for Girl Education

What is Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana?

Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (मुख्यमंत्री कन्या उत्थान योजना) is a flagship scheme of the Bihar government to promote girl child education and reduce the dropout rate among girls. Under this scheme, every girl child born in Bihar receives financial assistance of up to ₹50,000 in multiple installments — from birth until she completes her graduation.

The scheme is implemented by the Department of Education, Government of Bihar, and aims to empower families to invest in their daughters' education rather than opting for early marriage.

Key Highlights

• Total Benefit: ₹50,000 per girl child
• Installments: 5 stages from birth to graduation
• Applicable In: Bihar state only
• Funding: 100% state government funded
• Apply Via: e-Kalyan portal and EduDBT portal

Eligibility Criteria

To avail benefits under the Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana, the following conditions must be met:

• Domicile: The family must be a permanent resident of Bihar
• Gender: Only girl children are eligible
• Family Limit: Benefits available for up to two girl children per family
• Income: No strict income ceiling for birth-stage installments; graduation-level benefits are available irrespective of income
• Education: The girl must continue her education to claim higher installments
• Marriage: The girl must be unmarried at the time of claiming graduation-level benefits
• Bank Account: The beneficiary (or parent/guardian) must have a bank account linked with Aadhaar

Installment Details

The ₹50,000 benefit is disbursed in the following installments:

Note: The sanitary napkin and uniform allowances are additional benefits under the same scheme umbrella and are disbursed through schools.

Documents Required

For Birth-Stage Installments (₹2,000 + ₹1,000 + ₹2,000)

• Birth certificate of the girl child
• Aadhaar card of the parent/guardian
• Aadhaar card of the girl child (for 2nd installment)
• Immunization card (for 3rd installment)
• Bank passbook (mother's account)
• Residence certificate of Bihar
• Passport-size photo of child and mother

For Intermediate (12th) Installment — ₹10,000

• Class 12 marksheet and passing certificate
• Aadhaar card of the student
• Bank account details (in student's own name)
• Passport-size photo
• Mobile number

For Graduation Installment — ₹25,000

• Graduation marksheet and passing certificate
• Aadhaar card of the student
• Bank account details (in student's own name)
• Unmarried certificate (self-declaration affidavit)
• Passport-size photo
• Mobile number linked to Aadhaar

How to Apply Online

For Birth-Stage Benefits (₹2,000 / ₹1,000 / ₹2,000)

Birth-stage installments are processed through the health department and Anganwadi centers:

1. Visit your nearest Anganwadi Kendra after the birth of the girl child
2. Register the birth and submit the required documents
3. The Anganwadi Sevika will process the application
4. Amount is directly transferred to the mother's bank account
5. For subsequent installments, ensure Aadhaar enrollment and immunization are completed on time

For Intermediate (Class 12) Benefit — ₹10,000

1. Visit the official portal: edudbt.bih.nic.in
2. Click on "Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (Madhyamik +2)"
3. Click on "Apply / आवेदन करें"
4. Enter your Registration Number and date of birth
5. Fill in personal details, bank account information, and upload documents
6. Verify all details and submit the application
7. Note down the application reference number

For Graduation Benefit — ₹25,000

1. Visit the e-Kalyan portal: ekalyan.bih.nic.in
2. Select "Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (स्नातक)"
3. Click on "Apply for Online" / "ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें"
4. Register with your Aadhaar number and mobile number
5. Log in using the OTP received
6. Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and bank details
7. Upload scanned copies of all required documents
8. Submit and save the confirmation receipt

How to Check Application Status

For Class 12 Installment

1. Go to edudbt.bih.nic.in
2. Click on "Application Status / आवेदन की स्थिति"
3. Enter your Registration Number or Aadhaar Number
4. View the current status of your application and payment

For Graduation Installment

1. Go to ekalyan.bih.nic.in
2. Click on "View Application Status"
3. Enter your Registration Number
4. Check the status — it will show Pending, Verified, or Payment Done

Important Tips

• Apply early — Applications open after results are declared. Don't wait until the last date.
• Bank account must be in the student's own name for Class 12 and graduation installments.
• Aadhaar must be linked to the bank account — otherwise the DBT transfer will fail.
• Keep mobile number active — OTP verification is required at multiple stages.
• Only one application per student — Duplicate applications may lead to rejection.
• Contact the District Education Officer (DEO) if your application is stuck or rejected.
• Ensure college/university is listed on the e-Kalyan portal for graduation benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can a family with 3 daughters claim benefits for all of them?

No. The scheme covers a maximum of two girl children per family. The third daughter will not be eligible.

2. Is there an income limit for this scheme?

There is no strict income limit for the birth-stage installments. For Class 12 and graduation benefits, the scheme is open to all Bihar domicile girls regardless of family income.

3. Can married girls apply for the graduation installment?

No. The girl must be unmarried at the time of applying for the ₹25,000 graduation installment. A self-declaration affidavit of being unmarried is required.

4. What if my application is rejected?

Check the rejection reason on the portal. Common reasons include incorrect bank details, Aadhaar mismatch, or missing documents. You can re-apply after correcting the errors. Contact your college or DEO office for help.

5. Which portal should I use — EduDBT or e-Kalyan?

Use edudbt.bih.nic.in for the Class 12 (Intermediate) installment and ekalyan.bih.nic.in for the graduation installment. Birth-stage benefits are processed through Anganwadi centers.

6. How long does it take to receive the money?

After verification, the amount is typically credited within 30 to 60 days via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to your bank account.

7. Is this scheme available for girls studying outside Bihar?

No. The girl must be studying in a recognized institution within Bihar to claim the education-stage benefits (Class 12 and graduation).

Useful Links

• EduDBT Portal (Class 12): https://edudbt.bih.nic.in
• e-Kalyan Portal (Graduation): https://ekalyan.bih.nic.in
• Medha Soft (School Data): https://medhasoft.bih.nic.in