What do you get under Kanya Utthan Yojana?
Cash incentive for girls: ₹25,000 for passing intermediate (class 12) while unmarried and ₹50,000 on graduation.
The amounts are the ones fixed in 2021. Registration windows open year by year on Medhasoft; check the portal for the current last date.
Who is eligible for Kanya Utthan Yojana?
- Girls who are permanent residents of Bihar.
- Intermediate incentive: passed class 12 from the Bihar board and unmarried.
- Graduation incentive: passed graduation from a university in Bihar (marital status is not a bar for the graduation award).
Also check:
- Your name, Aadhaar and bank account must match your marksheet.
- Each award is paid once.
Documents needed for Kanya Utthan Yojana
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How to apply for Kanya Utthan Yojana
- Open medhasoft.bihar.gov.in and choose the link for your award: Mukhyamantri Kanya (Snatak) Protsahan Yojana for graduates, or the intermediate (+2) incentive.
- Register with your university or board roll number, fill bank and Aadhaar details and upload documents.
- Your university or the department verifies the form, then the money is sent by DBT.
How to check Kanya Utthan Yojana status
- On medhasoft.bihar.gov.in use "Payment Status" or log in with your registration number to see verification and payment.
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Common questions
Who is eligible for Kanya Utthan Yojana?
Girls who are permanent residents of Bihar. Intermediate incentive: passed class 12 from the Bihar board and unmarried. Graduation incentive: passed graduation from a university in Bihar (marital status is not a bar for the graduation award).
How much do I get under Kanya Utthan Yojana?
Cash incentive for girls: ₹25,000 for passing intermediate (class 12) while unmarried and ₹50,000 on graduation. The amounts are the ones fixed in 2021. Registration windows open year by year on Medhasoft; check the portal for the current last date.
What documents do I need for Kanya Utthan Yojana?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account); Education certificates (marksheets); Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Passport-size photo; Mobile number for OTP.
How do I apply for Kanya Utthan Yojana?
Open medhasoft.bihar.gov.in and choose the link for your award: Mukhyamantri Kanya (Snatak) Protsahan Yojana for graduates, or the intermediate (+2) incentive. Register with your university or board roll number, fill bank and Aadhaar details and upload documents. Your university or the department verifies the form, then the money is sent by DBT. Official site: https://medhasoft.bihar.gov.in/
How do I check Kanya Utthan Yojana status?
On medhasoft.bihar.gov.in use "Payment Status" or log in with your registration number to see verification and payment.
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Kanya Utthan Yojana?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
How do I check Kanya Utthan payment status?
Go to medhasoft.bihar.gov.in, open Payment Status or log in with your registration number. Keep your Aadhaar-seeded bank account active.
Can a married girl get the ₹50,000 graduation incentive?
Yes, the graduation award does not need the girl to be unmarried. The intermediate ₹25,000 award is only for unmarried girls.
Official sources
- Medhasoft portal, Education Department, Govt of Bihar (applications open for 2026)
- Social Welfare Department, Govt of Bihar: Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 30 April 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.