Kanyashree Apply Online 2026 – Documents, Eligibility & Form Fill Up Guide

🔑 কন্যাশ্রী প্রকল্প: পশ্চিমবঙ্গের মেয়েদের শিক্ষায় থাকার ও বাল্যবিবাহ রোধ করার জন্য বার্ষিক বৃত্তি ও একমুঠো অনুদান।

What is Kanyashree Prakalpa?

Kanyashree Prakalpa is West Bengal's globally recognized girls' education and empowerment scheme. It aims to prevent child marriage and school dropout by providing financial incentives to girls from economically weaker families. The scheme has received international recognition, including the UN Public Service Award. Kanyashree Prakalpa continues to support girls' education in West Bengal.

Kanyashree is different from Annapurna Bhandar — while Annapurna targets adult women, Kanyashree targets school-going girls aged 13-18. Both can be applied separately by eligible individuals. Check our complete WB scheme list for all available benefits.

Kanyashree Eligibility Criteria 2026

K1 (Annual Scholarship) Eligibility

Girl student aged 13-18 years
Enrolled in Class 8-12 in a recognized WB school
Unmarried as of the application date
Family annual income below ₹1,20,000
West Bengal domicile

K2 (One-time Grant) Eligibility

Girl who has turned 18 years
Unmarried as of application date
Was a K1 beneficiary OR studying in Class 12/vocational course/higher education
Family annual income below ₹1,20,000

✅ সুখবর: K2 পেলে ₹২৫,০০০ একসাথে পাবেন — উচ্চশিক্ষার জন্য বা নিজের পায়ে দাঁড়াতে ব্যবহার করতে পারবেন।

Kanyashree Benefit Structure 2026

Category	Benefit	Frequency	Age
K1 Annual Scholarship	₹1,000	Every year	13-18 years
K2 One-time Grant	₹25,000	Once at 18	18 years
K3 Higher Education Scholarship	Annual (university-level)	Yearly	Kanyashree girls in UG/PG studies — verify current K3 details officially at wbkanyashree.gov.in

Documents Required for Kanyashree Apply Online

Aadhaar Card of the girl student
School enrollment certificate / ID card
Income certificate (annual family income below ₹1,20,000)
Ration card
Bank account passbook (in girl's name, Aadhaar-linked)
Age proof (birth certificate or school certificate)
Passport-size photograph
Declaration of unmarried status (self-declaration form)

How to Apply for Kanyashree Online 2026 – Step by Step

1
Visit the Official Portal
Go to the official Kanyashree portal: wbkanyashree.gov.in.
2
Start Registration
Click on "Student Registration" or "Apply Online".
3
Enter Institution Code
Enter your school's institution code (get from school office).
4
Fill Personal Details
Fill in personal details — name, date of birth, class, Aadhaar number.
5
Add Bank Details
Enter bank account details (girl's own Aadhaar-linked account mandatory for K2).
6
Upload Documents
Upload all required documents.
7
Submit and Note Application ID
Submit and note the Application ID.
8
School Verification
School teacher/headmaster will verify and forward the application.

⚠️ গুরুত্বপূর্ণ: K2 আবেদনের জন্য মেয়েটির নিজের নামে ব্যাংক অ্যাকাউন্ট থাকতে হবে, অভিভাবকের নামে নয়।

Kanyashree Application Through School

Most Kanyashree applications are processed through schools. The procedure is:

Students submit forms to their class teacher
Teacher verifies details and forwards to headmaster
Headmaster uploads on the Kanyashree portal
District authority approves eligible applications
DBT credited directly to girl's bank account

Kanyashree Status Check Online

Check your application status at wbkanyashree.gov.in by entering your Application ID or Aadhaar number. Status options: Submitted / School Approved / District Approved / Payment Processed / Amount Credited.

Kanyashree and Other WB Schemes – Can You Avail Multiple?

Yes! A girl who qualifies for Kanyashree can also be part of other WB schemes. For instance, her mother may be an Annapurna Bhandar beneficiary, and the girl herself can avail Kanyashree. When she turns an adult and meets eligibility, she can also apply for Yuvashree Prakalpa if unemployed. Multiple schemes can be availed simultaneously as long as eligibility is met.

Please verify: Some details below are based on the official notification and latest media/portal reports. Rules can change — always confirm on the official portal or at your local BDO / SDO / municipality office before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to apply for Kanyashree online 2026? Visit wbkanyashree.gov.in, click Student Registration, enter your school's institution code, fill in personal details and Aadhaar number, upload documents, and submit. Your school teacher will verify and forward the application. You'll receive your application ID for status tracking.

What is the income limit for Kanyashree 2026? For both K1 (annual scholarship) and K2 (one-time grant), the family's annual income must be below ₹1,20,000. Income certificate from local authority is required as proof.

কন্যাশ্রীতে কত টাকা পাওয়া যায়? K1-এ প্রতি বছর ₹১,০০০ বৃত্তি পাওয়া যায় (১৩-১৮ বছর বয়সে)। K2-তে ১৮ বছর বয়সে একমুঠো ₹২৫,০০০ অনুদান পাওয়া যায়।

Can a student apply for both K1 and K2? Yes. A student first applies for K1 (annual scholarship while aged 13-18). When she turns 18 and remains unmarried, she applies for K2 (one-time ₹25,000 grant). Both are separate applications but the same scheme.

Is Kanyashree still active in 2026? Yes. Kanyashree Prakalpa continues in 2026 as one of West Bengal's flagship education schemes for girls.

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