The Savitribai Phule Kishori Samriddhi Yojana is an initiative by the Department of Women, Child Development, and Social Security, Government of Jharkhand. This scheme aims to address various societal issues such as female foeticide, child marriage, low female child sex ratio, and the weak educational status of girls. It seeks to empower women, promote education for girls, and reduce school dropout rates by providing financial assistance to adolescent girls.
Objectives of the Scheme:
- Empowerment of women
- Promoting education for girls
- Eradicating the practice of child marriage
- Supporting educational expenses for girls to encourage higher education
- Assisting adolescent girls with their health and personal hygiene
- Enabling girls to make independent decisions about their lives
Benefits:
The following financial assistance is provided under the scheme:
| S. No. | Beneficiary Category | Amount of Financial Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Girls enrolled in Class 8 | ₹2,500/- |
| 2 | Girls enrolled in Class 9 | ₹2,500/- |
| 3 | Girls enrolled in Class 10 | ₹5,000/- |
| 4 | Girls enrolled in Class 11 | ₹5,000/- |
| 5 | Girls enrolled in Class 12 | ₹5,000/- |
| 6 | One-time grant for girls aged 18-19 | ₹20,000/- |
Eligibility:
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General Requirements:
- The mother of the beneficiary must submit a self-declaration stating that the applicant is one of the first two daughters.
- The scheme is applicable for girls from Class 8 to 12 and girls between 18 and 19 years of age.
- Girls studying in Government, Scheduled Tribes, Scheduled Castes, Minority, and Backward Classes Welfare Department supported schools or those run under the National Child Labour Project (NCLP) are eligible.
- The parents (either mother or father) should not be employed in the Central/State Government or PSUs and should not be receiving pension or family pension from these sources.
- The mother of the applicant should not be an income taxpayer and needs to provide a self-declaration to that effect.
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Age Requirements:
- Beneficiaries applying for the last installment should be between 18 and 19 years old.
Application Process:
Offline Process:
- The beneficiary can apply for the scheme through a child development facility in their area or directly through an Anganwadi worker.
Documents Required:
- Aadhaar Card
- Proof of Residence
- Antyodaya Card
- Certificate of Inclusion under SECC-2011
- School Enrollment Certificate
- Income Certificate
- Passport-sized Photograph
- Bank Account Details
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
1. Who can apply for benefits under this scheme?
Girls from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Minority communities in Jharkhand, who meet the eligibility criteria.
2. What age group does the scheme target?
The scheme targets girls between Class 8 to 12 and 18-19 years old for the last installment.
3. What documentation is required for applying?
Required documents include Aadhaar card, residence proof, income certificate, school enrollment certificate, and bank details.
4. Where can applications be submitted?
Applications can be submitted through a child development facility or an Anganwadi worker in your area.
5. What income restrictions apply?
The parents must not be income taxpayers, and the mother must submit a self-declaration.
6. Is there any special consideration for orphaned girls?
The scheme does not mention special consideration for orphaned girls but ensures access for all girls under the specified criteria.
7. What is the process of verification for the scheme?
Verification will be done based on the self-declaration submitted by the mother, along with the required documents.
8. How will the assistance amount be disbursed?
The financial assistance will be directly credited to the beneficiary’s bank account.
9. Is the application process online or manual?
The application process is offline through the child development facilities or Anganwadi workers.