Eligo is India's independent civic information platform for government schemes — not affiliated with any government body.

Eligo
ActiveState SchemeLaunched March 2017Verified: 2026-09-26

Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand

Direct financial incentive of ₹51,000 for girl students belonging to low-income families upon successfully passing Class 12 in Uttarakhand.

Audited by Eligo Public Policy Research Desk•Official Gazette & Nodal Portal Verification•Read Verification Standards →
Share on WhatsApp
Official Nodal Portal:socialwelfare.uk.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 16–22 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹84,000♀ Women only🏛 All categories📍 Uttarakhand
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides a one-time direct scholarship grant of ₹51,000 transferred via DBT to the bank account of eligible female students who have passed their Class 12 board examination from recognized state or central school boards in Uttarakhand. The financial grant incentivizes female higher education, prevents premature school dropouts, eliminates child marriages, and funds college admission, competitive coaching, or technical skill training.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹80 Crore allocated under Uttarakhand Social Welfare Department

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Over 28,000 girl students awarded scholarships annually across Uttarakhand

As of: 2026-01-10PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:16 to 22 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹84,000 per annum
Target Occupations:student
Eligible Gender:female
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Must be a female student who is a permanent resident of Uttarakhand and has passed the Class 12 board examination in the current academic year from an accredited school within Uttarakhand.

📄

Required Documents Checklist

Verify readiness before applying for Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand. Check off your papers or print this list before visiting your local CSC / Cyber Cafe.

Mandatory Documents(5)

Check off as ready
💡

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

🛡️Civic Research Desk • Rejection Prevention

Worried About Application Rejection for Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand?

Over 30% of applications on official portals get delayed or rejected due to minor certificate authority mismatches or unseeded bank accounts. Our civic research desk compiles a verified 1-page Scheme Blueprint tailored to your state and profile.

  • ✓Valid issuing authority rules (Tehsildar/SDM)
  • ✓Aadhaar-DBT bank seeding verification
  • ✓Direct official portal guide (no middlemen)
  • ✓Email delivery in 1–2 hrs during desk hours
Civic Research Fee:₹49One-time
Get Scheme Blueprint (₹49)→

🔒 Secure Razorpay Checkout • 100% Independent

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)
•5 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

🌐 Online Portal Route🏢 Physical / CSC Route
🛡️
Government Application Safety Advisory:Application for this welfare program is processed exclusively on official government infrastructure (socialwelfare.uk.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

    Register online on the Uttarakhand Gaura Devi portal or State Scholarship Portal (socialwelfare.uk.gov.in).

  2. 2

    Enter Class 12 board roll number, school details, and marks obtained.

  3. 3

    Enter student personal details, Aadhaar, and active bank account details.

  4. 4

    Upload Class 12 marksheet, domicile certificate, BPL/income certificate (family income up to ₹72,000 in rural / ₹84,000 in urban areas), and school principal verification certificate.

  5. 5

    The school principal and District Social Welfare Officer verify the uploaded documents.

  6. 6

    Upon final approval, ₹51,000 is directly credited into the student bank 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

Class 12 board failure, family annual income exceeding the prescribed low-income threshold, or failure to submit school principal verification certificate.

Official Government Application Portal

You will be redirected to the secure official portal: socialwelfare.uk.gov.in

Apply on official government website
🔔Free Civic Notification Service•DPDP Act 2023 Compliant

Get Curated Scheme Alerts & Application Deadlines

Never miss an installment date, scholarship deadline, or new state subsidy. Voluntarily subscribe to receive verified government scheme updates directly on WhatsApp or Email.

+91
10-digit Indian mobile number
🛡️
Zero Data Sale Guarantee: Eligo does NOT sell, rent, trade, or transfer your personal contact information to any third-party broker, agency, or advertiser under any circumstances. Stored domestically in Mumbai, India.

🔒 Zero Spam • Stored securely in Mumbai, India

Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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

Can girls studying in CBSE or ICSE schools apply?

Yes, girl students passing Class 12 from any recognized board (UBSE, CBSE, ICSE) located in Uttarakhand are eligible.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Is there a minimum marks cutoff to receive the grant?

No minimum percentage cutoff is mandated; passing the Class 12 examination with valid low-income credentials satisfies the criteria.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can the money be credited to a joint account with parents?

No, the funds must strictly be transferred to an individual savings account opened in the name of the female student.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand. Age: min 16 max 22 years. Annual family income ceiling: ₹84,000. Applicable gender: female. Conditions: Must be a female student who is a permanent resident of Uttarakhand and has passed the Class 12 board examination in the current academic year from an.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand application status?

Application status for Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand can typically be tracked through the official portal at socialwelfare.uk.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 Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand 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 Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand 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

Class 12 board failure, family annual income exceeding the prescribed low-income threshold, or failure to submit school principal verification certificate.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id253Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

⚖Compare with Similar Schemes

Side-by-side eligibility, benefit, and effort comparison:

Application Window & Deadlines

Annually after the declaration of Class 12 board results (typically June to October)

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🔀Online & In-Person
Scale & Impact
👥Over 28,000 girl students awarded scholarships annually across Uttarakhand (as of 2026-01-10)
₹₹80 Crore allocated under Uttarakhand Social Welfare Department budget allocation
📅Running since 2017
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

Related Welfare Programs

Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY / Skill India)

Skill certification and vocational training scheme under MSDE offering free industry-relevant job-role training, NSQF certification, and placement support.

Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM-POSHAN / Mid-Day Meal Scheme)

National school nutrition programme providing free nutritious hot cooked meals to primary and upper-primary children in government and aided schools.

Pre-Matric Scholarship Scheme for SC Students (Classes IX & X)

Centrally sponsored academic scholarship providing ₹3,500 to ₹7,000 annual financial support to Scheduled Caste students in Class IX and X.

📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

state

Official Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id

253

Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana Uttarakhand guidelines, be...

Official Source ↗
⚡

Schemes You Can Stack With This

Complementary programs with non-conflicting eligibility that you can claim concurrently:

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)₹6,000 (annual)✓ Open to all genders · Overlapping profile match
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Urban (PMAY-U / Housing for All)₹2,50,000 (one-time)✓ Same income bracket · Open to all genders
Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana - Gramin (PMAY-G)₹1,20,000 (one-time)✓ Same income bracket · Open to all genders
Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)₹5,00,000 (annual)✓ Same income bracket · Open to all genders

Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Directorate of Social Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand

Maanav Kalyan Bhawan, Gurukul Kangri, Haridwar, Uttarakhand 249404

Helpline: 01334-245151

Jurisdiction: State (Uttarakhand)

Notice a Discrepancy?

Help keep civic data 100% accurate. We audit every report against primary gazettes.

Verification Metadata

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

Eligo is an independent information platform unaffiliated with any government body. Always confirm latest terms directly on the official portal.