Uttarakhand Nanda Gaura Yojana

The Uttarakhand Nanda Gaura Yojana is a girl child welfare scheme launched by the Government of Uttarakhand to provide financial assistance of Rs. 62,000 in two stages, Rs. 11,000 at birth and Rs. 51,000 after Class 12. The scheme is available to permanent resident families with an income of up to Rs. 72,000 and aims to promote education, prevent child marriage, and support the overall development of girl children.

Introduction of Uttarakhand Nanda Gaura Yojana: A Brief Insight

The Nanda Gaura Yojana is a flagship girl-child welfare scheme launched by the Government of Uttarakhand on 01 July 2017. The scheme is implemented by the Women Empowerment & Child Development Department to provide financial support to girls from birth till completion of school education.

The main objective of this scheme is to promote institutional delivery, prevent female foeticide and child marriage, encourage higher education among girls, and provide social and financial security to girl children in the state.

Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive Rs. 11,000 at the birth of a girl child and Rs. 51,000 after she passes Class 12 and remains unmarried, making a total benefit of Rs. 62,000. The scheme aims to promote institutional delivery, encourage higher education, and prevent child marriage.

The scheme applies only to permanent residents of Uttarakhand with an annual family income of up to Rs. 72,000. Benefits are limited to a maximum of two girl children per family. For the second stage, the girl must not only pass Class 12 but also take admission in a graduation or diploma course to receive the benefit.

The application process is completely online through the official portal, where applicants must register, fill out the form, upload documents (within 200 KB size), and submit the application within prescribed timelines, 6 months from birth for Phase 1 and 30 November for Phase 2.

In case of any issue, applicants can seek help through the official portal, contact the district programme officer or District Nodal Officer, or take assistance from Anganwadi workers for document preparation and verification.

This scheme works in coordination with other welfare initiatives such as the Mukhyamantri Mahalaxmi Kit Yojana, which supports maternal and newborn care, and the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, which provides financial assistance during pregnancy, creating a strong support system for women and girl children.

Further, readers can also explore the Complete List of Uttarakhand Government Welfare Schemes available on our website.

Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries

The Government of Uttarakhand under the Nanda Gaura Yojana provides financial assistance to support the birth and education of girl children through a two-phase benefit structure :

• Provides Rs. 11,000 at the birth of a girl child (Phase 1).
• Provides Rs. 51,000 after passing Class 12 and remaining unmarried (Phase 2).
• Total financial assistance of Rs. 62,000 per girl child.
• The benefit is limited to a maximum of two girl children per family.
• Financial assistance is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s Aadhaar-linked bank account through DBT.
• Encourages institutional delivery (hospital birth).
• Promotes higher education and financial independence of girls.
• Helps prevent child marriage and gender discrimination.

Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled

To avail benefits under the Government of Uttarakhand’s Nanda Gaura Yojana, the applicant must fulfil the following eligibility conditions prescribed by the Government of Uttarakhand :

• The girl child must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
• The annual family income must not exceed Rs. 72,000 (Rs. 6,000 per month), certified by the Tehsildar only.
• Benefits are available for a maximum of two girl children per family.
• Only one application per phase per girl child is allowed.
• The bank account must be Aadhaar-linked and active (Jan Dhan account is not allowed).

Eligibility for Phase 1 (At Birth)

• The girl child must be born in a hospital or institutional facility.
• The application must be submitted within 6 months of birth.
• Birth must be registered and supported by valid documents.
• Registration in Anganwadi is required.

Eligibility for Phase 2 (After Class 12)

• The girl must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board.
• The girl must be unmarried at the time of application.
• The girl must have taken admission in a graduation or a diploma course.
• The application must be submitted before 30 November of the respective year.

Who is Not Eligible for This Scheme

• Families with an annual income above Rs. 72,000.
• The girl child is not a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
• More than two girl children in a family.
• The girl married before applying for Phase 2.
• Birth not in hospital (for Phase 1).
• Applications submitted after the deadline.
• Applicants using a Jan Dhan bank account.

Documents Required to be Attached

To avail benefits under the Uttarakhand Government’s Nanda Gaura Yojana, applicants must upload all required documents during the online application process. All documents must be clear and each file size should not exceed 200 KB, the application may be rejected :

Documents Required for Phase 1 (At Birth of Girl Child)

• Birth Certificate (Janam Panjikaran Praman Patra).
• Institutional Delivery Certificate (hospital/nursing home proof).
• Permanent Residence Certificate of Uttarakhand.
• Income Certificate (issued by Tehsildar only).
• Aadhaar Card of parents/guardian.
• PAN Card of parents/guardian.
• Ration Card / Family Register copy.
• Anganwadi Worker Certificate.
• MCP (Vaccination) Card.
• Bank Passbook (joint account of mother and child/father if applicable).
• Passport-size photograph of a girl child.
• Affidavit confirming the girl child’s details and eligibility.

Documents Required for Phase 2 (After Class 12)

• Class 10 Certificate.
• Class 12 Marksheet and Certificate.
• Proof of admission in the Graduation / Diploma course.
• Aadhaar Card of the student and parents.
• PAN Card of the student and parents.
• Permanent Residence Certificate.
• Income Certificate (Tehsildar issued).
• Ration Card / Family Register copy (girl’s name must be included).
• Bank Passbook of a girl (individual account).
• Passport-size photograph of the student.
• Affidavit confirming unmarried status and eligibility.
• Certificate from School/Institution (if required).

How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme

Under the Uttarakhand Government’s Nanda Gaura Yojana, the application process is completely online. No offline applications are accepted under any circumstances. Applicants must submit the form through the official portal along with all required documents.

Online Application Process (Official Method)

Step 1: Visit the official portal – nandagaurauk.in.

Step 2: Click on “New User Registration” and register using your mobile number and district details. Complete OTP verification.

Step 3: Log in to the portal using your registered credentials.

Step 4: Select the application type:

• Phase 1 – Birth of Girl Child

• Phase 2 – After passing Class 12

Step 5: Fill the application form carefully with correct details such as personal information, income details, bank account details, and educational details (for Phase 2).

Step 6: Upload all required documents. Ensure that:

• Each document size is less than 200 KB

• Documents are clear and readable

• Incorrect or unreadable documents may lead to rejection

Step 7: Verify all details and submit the application form. Save the acknowledgement number for future reference.

Step 8: Track your application status by logging into the portal.

Important Points to Remember

• Application for birth stage must be submitted within 6 months of birth.

• For the Class 12 stage, the last date to apply is 30 November of each year, which can be extended as per the discretion of the government.

• Only online applications are accepted.

• Scheme works on a first-come, first-served basis (subject to budget availability).

• Bank account must be Aadhaar-linked and active (Jan Dhan account is not allowed).

Important Application Forms

• Anganwadi Worker Certificate Format – Phase 1 (Birth of Girl Child).
• Anganwadi Worker Certificate Format – Phase 2 (Class 12 Pass).
• Principal Certificate Format – Phase 2 (Class 12 Pass).
• Institution Superintendent Certificate Format – For Nari Niketan / Orphanage Girls.

Important Links Available

• Uttarakhand Nanda Gaura Yojana Online Apply.
• Uttarakhand Nanda Gaura Yojana Official Portal.
• Women Empowerment & Child Development Department, Uttarakhand.
• Login & Registration Tutorial (PDF).
• Uttarakhand Nanda Gaura Yojana Guidelines.

Contact Details in Case of Help Needed

If applicants face any issues related to registration, application submission, or payment under the Nanda Gaura Yojana of the Uttarakhand Government, they can contact the following official authorities :

Women Empowerment & Child Development Department, Uttarakhand
Helpline Number: 0135-2775814

District-Level Support
Applicants can contact the District Programme Officer (DPO) of their district for verification and approval-related queries.

Local Level Support
For assistance in document preparation and application, applicants may contact the nearest Anganwadi Worker or local department office.

District-wise Nodal Officer Contact Details for Nanda Gaura Yojana

Applicants can contact the following district-level helpline numbers for assistance related to the Nanda Gaura Yojana :

Note: Legal action will be taken if there is indiscipline during the call.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. What is Uttarakhand Nanda Gaura Yojana?
Ans. It is a state government scheme that provides financial assistance of Rs. 62,000 to girl children in two stages, at birth and after passing Class 12.

Q. How much benefit is given under this scheme?
Ans. Rs. 11,000 is given at birth and Rs. 51,000 after passing Class 12, making a total of Rs. 62,000 per girl child.

Q. Who is eligible for Nanda Gaura Yojana?
Ans. Girl children who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand, belong to families with annual income up to Rs. 72,000, and fulfil all scheme conditions are eligible.

Q. How many daughters in a family can get benefits?
Ans. A maximum of two girl children per family can receive benefits under this scheme.

Q. Is institutional birth mandatory?
Ans. Yes, for Phase 1 (birth benefit), the girl child must be born in a hospital or a recognised institution.

Q. What is the last date to apply for this scheme?
Ans. For the birth stage, the application must be submitted within 6 months of birth. For the Class 12 stage, the last date is 30 November each year.

Q. Is passing Class 12 enough to get Rs. 51,000?
Ans. No, the girl must also be unmarried and must have taken admission in a graduation or diploma course.

Q. Can I apply offline for this scheme?
Ans. No, the application process is completely online and offline applications are not accepted.

Q. Is a Jan Dhan account allowed for payment?
Ans. No, only Aadhaar-linked regular bank accounts are allowed. Jan Dhan accounts are not accepted.

Q. What happens if documents are not clear or incorrect?
Ans. The application may be rejected if documents are incomplete, incorrect, or not clearly readable.

Q. What is the maximum file size for document upload?
Ans. Each document must be uploaded within a 200 KB size limit.

Q. How is the benefit amount paid?
Ans. The amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s bank account through DBT.

Q. Can orphan girls apply for this scheme?
Ans. Yes, girls residing in Nari Niketan, Balika Niketan, or other state-supported institutions are also eligible.

Q. Is this scheme first come first serve?
Ans. Yes, the scheme operates on a first-come, first-served basis, depending on budget availability.

Q. Where can I apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana?
Ans. You can apply online through the official portal: nandagaurauk.in

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