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Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive)

Direct cash grant of ₹25,000 for unmarried girl students passing Class 12 Intermediate from BSEB in Bihar providing verified socio-economic support.

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Official Nodal Portal:medhasoft.bih.nic.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Any age💰 No income ceiling♀ Women only🏛 All categories📍 Bihar
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Education, Government of Bihar
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides an outright one-time direct cash incentive of ₹25,000 (increased from ₹10,000 under Saat Nischay-2) to unmarried girl students who pass the Intermediate (Class 12) board examinations conducted by the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB), regardless of division or socioeconomic background.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹600 Crore annual budgetary allocation under Girls Education Promotion

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Disbursed ₹25,000 grant to over 5.8 Lakh 12th-pass girls annually across Bihar

As of: 2026-02-15PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:No specific age restriction
Annual Family Income Ceiling:No gross income ceiling specified
Target Occupations:12th pass student, intermediate student, high school alumna
Eligible Gender:female
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be an unmarried girl student who has passed Class 12 Intermediate from Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) and is a permanent resident of Bihar.

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Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive). Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(4)

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Keep self-attested photocopies and clear digital scans (100 KB – 200 KB, PDF/JPG format) ready to avoid portal upload timeouts.

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•Hybrid process (online application + physical verification)
•4 mandatory supporting documents required

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (medhasoft.bih.nic.in). Never pay registration charges or advance processing fees to unauthorized third-party agents. Central and State welfare scheme applications do not require paying private intermediaries.
  1. 1

    Check your name in the eligible passed student list on the Medhasoft portal (medhasoft.bih.nic.in).

  2. 2

    Enter BSEB Class 12 registration number, roll code, roll number, and total marks.

  3. 3

    Input Aadhaar number, name as per Aadhaar, and date of birth for instant verification.

  4. 4

    Provide active mobile number and bank account details (must be an individual account in the student's name).

  5. 5

    Undertake declaration confirming unmarried status at the time of result publication.

  6. 6

    Once verified by the district education office, ₹25,000 is directly credited via DBT.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Student was married at the time of clearing Class 12, marksheet not matching BSEB database, joint bank account, or failure to submit Aadhaar authentication.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

Verified answers sourced directly from official circulars, gazettes, and portal FAQs. Never AI-invented.

Do girls who secure 2nd or 3rd division also receive ₹25,000?

Yes. The ₹25,000 grant is given to all unmarried girl students who pass Class 12 from BSEB, irrespective of 1st, 2nd, or 3rd division.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can students who passed from CBSE or ICSE schools in Bihar apply?

Currently, this specific Medhasoft incentive is administered for students passing through the Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB).

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is a joint bank account with parents acceptable?

No. The bank account must be an individual account solely in the girl student's name and actively seeded with her Aadhaar.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive). Applicable gender: female. Conditions: Must be an unmarried girl student who has passed Class 12 Intermediate from Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) and is a permanent resident of Bihar.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive) application status?

Application status for Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive) can typically be tracked through the official portal at medhasoft.bih.nic.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive) payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive) benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Student was married at the time of clearing Class 12, marksheet not matching BSEB database, joint bank account, or failure to submit Aadhaar authentication.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06short_descriptionDirect cash grant of ₹25,000 for unmarried girl students passing Class 12 Intermediate from BSEB in Bihar providing verified socio-economic support.Official Source ↗
2026-09-24initial_verificationBaseline verification of Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Annually after BSEB Class 12 Intermediate results announcement

🌱Relevant Life Milestones

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (100%)

Verified 25d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Disbursed ₹25,000 grant to over 5.8 Lakh 12th-pass girls annually across Bihar (as of 2026-02-15)
₹₹600 Crore annual budgetary allocation under Girls Education Promotion budget allocation
📅Running since 2018
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

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Official Source ↗
2026-10-06short_description

Direct cash grant of ₹25,000 for unmarried girl students passing Class 12 Interm...

Official Source ↗
2026-09-24initial_verification

Baseline verification of Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojana (12th Pass Incentive) ...

Official Source ↗
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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Department of Education, Government of Bihar

Vikas Bhawan, Bailey Road, Patna, Bihar 800015

Helpline: 0612-2215187

Jurisdiction: State (Bihar)

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-24 against official government documentation.

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