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Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls)

Educational adoption grant of ₹100/month for Class 1-7 and ₹150/month for Class 8-10 to prevent dropout of destitute rural girls.

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Official Nodal Portal:education.maharashtra.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 6–16 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹1,00,000♀ Women only🏛 All categories📍 Maharashtra
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Maharashtra
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides direct financial assistance to poor, orphan, and single-parent rural girl students to purchase school uniforms, notebooks, textbooks, and daily stationery, sponsored through an educational endowment fund to eliminate female dropouts.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹25 Crore girl child retention and welfare fund

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 1.2 Lakh destitute girls supported in Zilla Parishad schools

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:6 to 16 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹1,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:school student, destitute girl
Eligible Gender:female
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Destitute, orphan, or BPL girl students studying in Class 1 to 10 in Zilla Parishad or government-aided schools in Maharashtra.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Application Effort & Process Friction

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

Moderate Process (3/10)
•100% digital online application process
•3 mandatory supporting documents required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

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

How to Apply

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Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (education.maharashtra.gov.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

    Enrolment conducted through school headmaster and Village Education Committee.

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    Verified from local school attendance register and family economic condition.

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    Educational grant disbursed through school headmaster directly into student/mother savings account.

✅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

School dropout or child from affluent non-destitute household.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: education.maharashtra.gov.in

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

Can private citizens contribute to the Dattak Palak corpus?

Yes, voluntary philanthropists and organizations contribute to the state endowment fund as foster parents.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls). Age: min 6 max 16 years. Annual family income ceiling: ₹1,00,000. Applicable gender: female. Conditions: Destitute, orphan, or BPL girl students studying in Class 1 to 10 in Zilla Parishad or government-aided schools in Maharashtra..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls)?

Under official guidelines for Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls), beneficiaries are entitled to: Provides direct financial assistance to poor, orphan, and single-parent rural girl students to purchase school uniforms, notebooks, textbooks, and daily stationery, sponsored through an educational endowment fund to eliminate female dropouts.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How do I apply for Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls)? What is the official process?

To apply for Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls), applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. Enrolment conducted through school headmaster and Village Education Committee. 2. Verified from local school attendance register and family economic condition. 3. Educational grant disbursed through school headmaster directly into student/mother savings account.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls) application status?

Application status for Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls) can typically be tracked through the official portal at education.maharashtra.gov.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 Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls) 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 Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls) 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

School dropout or child from affluent non-destitute household.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id221Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Savitribai Phule Dattak Palak Yojana (Adoptive Parent Scheme for Needy Girls) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Annual school enrollment cycle in June/July

Scheme Intelligence

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

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Over 1.2 Lakh destitute girls supported in Zilla Parishad schools (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹25 Crore girl child retention and welfare fund budget allocation
📅Running since 1975
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

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2026-10-06ministry_id

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2026-09-26initial_verification

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

School Education Department, Maharashtra

Central Building, Pune 411001

Helpline: 020-26126957

Jurisdiction: Maharashtra

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Last verified by Eligo researchers on 2026-09-26 against official government documentation.

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