What do you get under PY girl child deposit?
₹30,000 deposited for one girl child, or ₹15,000 each for two girls, paid with interest at age 18.
The department page was last updated in 2020; confirm the amount at the office.
Who is eligible for PY girl child deposit?
- Parents with only one or only two girl children, one of whom has undergone family planning in a Government hospital.
- Annual income up to ₹75,000; one parent a native or 5-year resident of Puducherry; marriage registered.
Documents needed for PY girl child deposit
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Offices may ask for more. Check the official list before you go.
How to apply for PY girl child deposit
- Apply to the Deputy Director (Women Development), Department of Women and Child Development, Puducherry; the CDPO in Karaikal; or the Welfare Officer in Mahe or Yanam.
Common questions
Who is eligible for PY girl child deposit?
Parents with only one or only two girl children, one of whom has undergone family planning in a Government hospital. Annual income up to ₹75,000; one parent a native or 5-year resident of Puducherry; marriage registered.
How much do I get under PY girl child deposit?
₹30,000 deposited for one girl child, or ₹15,000 each for two girls, paid with interest at age 18. The department page was last updated in 2020; confirm the amount at the office.
What documents do I need for PY girl child deposit?
Income certificate; Domicile or residence certificate of the state; Marriage certificate or self-declaration; Birth certificate of the child; Ration card; Passport-size photo; Age proof (birth certificate, school certificate or similar).
How do I apply for PY girl child deposit?
Apply to the Deputy Director (Women Development), Department of Women and Child Development, Puducherry; the CDPO in Karaikal; or the Welfare Officer in Mahe or Yanam. Official site: https://wcd.py.gov.in/grant-incentive-family-having-one-girl-childtwo-girl-children-and-parents-who-have-undergone-family
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for PY girl child deposit?
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.
Official sources
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.