A financial support scheme by the Uttar Pradesh government, launched on 25 October 2019, to empower girls from birth to higher education with cash transfers at milestone stages.
Key Features
- Conditional Cash Support
Six lump-sum installments are provided at key stages of a girl’s life: Phase Milestone Amount 1 At birth (girls born on/after 1 Apr 2019) ₹2,000 2 After full vaccination (within first year) ₹1,000 3 Admission to Class I ₹2,000 4 Admission to Class VI ₹2,000 5 Admission to Class IX ₹3,000 6 After Class X/XII, enrolling in degree/diploma ₹5,000 - Total Benefit – ₹15,000 for each girl through all stages.
- Direct Bank Transfer – Funds are credited directly into the girl’s bank account via DBT.
- Inclusivity – Applies to both biological and adopted girls; in case of twins, up to three girls are eligible.
- Annual Budget – Uttar Pradesh allocated approx ₹1,200 crore to support the scheme.
Eligibility
- Permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh.
- Annual family income ≤ ₹3 lakh.
- Up to two girls per family (third allowed if twins).
- Girl must be born on or after 1 April 2019 (older ones get proportionate benefits).
Benefits Summary
- At birth: ₹2,000
- Vaccination: ₹1,000
- Class I admission: ₹2,000
- Class VI admission: ₹2,000
- Class IX admission: ₹3,000
- Entry into higher studies: ₹5,000
- Total: ₹15,000 per girl via six financial boosts.
Benefits support girls’ healthcare, education, discourage female feticide and child marriage, and promote gender equality via financial encouragement.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar cards of parents/guardian and girl
- Birth certificate
- Bank account and passbook details
- Ration card/income proof (≤ ₹3 lakh annually)
- Evidence of vaccination/admission (as per phase)
- Adoption certificate if applicable.
How to Apply
- Visit the MKSY portal: mksy.up.gov.in
- Create or log in to your Citizen Service Portal account.
- Add girl child(ren) (max 2, or 3 if twins) with Aadhaar & bank details .
- Upload required documents and submit online.
- You can track status via the portal login.
Takeaway
Kanya Sumangala Yojana is a forward-thinking scheme by UP to financially support girls during key educational and health milestones with a total of ₹15,000 per child. It’s focused on health, education, and gender equality, while easing the economic efforts of families. Ensure you meet eligibility and apply early to secure each milestone payment.
