Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana

Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana is a welfare scheme by the Bihar government that helps women across the state. In 2026 the scheme remains fully effective, and eligible women who clear the BPSC or UPSC preliminary exam can get a one-time cash support of up to ₹1,00,000 to prepare for the main exam. The scheme is run by the Women and Child Development Corporation (WCDC) under the Social Welfare Department.

This scheme has been running in different forms since 2007-08. The civil service incentive part became more active after 2021, and in 2026 it is fully in force. The main aim is to help women become self reliant through money help, skill training, safety and counselling.

Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana - Introduction

Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana works on the complete development of women in Bihar. It covers social, cultural and economic empowerment so that women can move ahead in every part of life. The Social Welfare Department shared the latest details of this scheme through its official X (Twitter) post in March 2026.

Beyond direct cash support, the government also runs the Bihar State Women's Information and Resource Center and the Gender Resource Center. These hubs collect, store and share information linked to women's research, development and empowerment.

The civil service incentive is the main highlight of this scheme. A woman who passes the UPSC preliminary exam gets ₹1,00,000, and a woman who passes the BPSC preliminary exam gets ₹50,000. This amount is given only once in a lifetime to help with main exam preparation.

Key Information

Benefits

Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana gives support in many different parts of a woman's life. The benefits are listed below.

• Civil service incentive: A woman who passes the UPSC preliminary exam gets ₹1,00,000, and a woman who passes the BPSC preliminary exam gets ₹50,000. This one-time amount helps her prepare for the main exam.
• Social empowerment: The scheme gives access to women's helplines, short-stay homes (alpavas grih), working women's hostels and child care facilities.
• Economic and cultural support: Women in crisis get legal help, counselling and temporary housing. Skill training and grants are given to connect women with self employment, and women's cultural fairs honor self-help groups doing new work.

Eligibility

Only women and adolescent girls who are permanent residents of Bihar can apply. The eligibility points are given below.

• The applicant must be a woman or an adolescent girl who is a permanent resident of Bihar.
• Women from general, OBC and EBC categories are eligible. Separate schemes run for SC and ST women.
• For the civil service incentive, the applicant must have passed the BPSC or UPSC preliminary exam in the related year.
• The applicant must carry all required documents, including Aadhaar card, residence proof and bank details.

Application Process

Application for Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana is done online through the WCDC portal. Follow these steps to apply.

STEP 1 - Go to the official website at wcdc.bihar.gov.in and look for the Nari Shakti Yojana application link.

STEP 2 - Click on the online registration or new application option and enter your personal details such as name, parents' names, caste, mobile number and email.

STEP 3 - Complete the form with your correct banking and personal information, and select the exam you passed, either BPSC or UPSC.

STEP 4 - Upload your photo, signature and the required documents, including your exam pass certificate.

STEP 5 - Submit the application and save the reference number to track your status later.

For offline help, you can visit the District Programme Office (ICDS) or the Women and Child Development Corporation office. For working women's hostel admission, applications are taken online at miswcdc.bihar.gov.in.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready before you start your application.

• Aadhaar card
• Residence proof
• Aadhaar-linked bank passbook
• Exam pass certificate (admit card and result) for the civil service incentive
• Affidavit (shapath patra)
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Active mobile number

Contact Details

For any problem or query, you can contact the Women and Child Development Corporation, Bihar at Daroga Rai Path, Road No 2, R-Block, Patna - 800001. The helpline number is 0612-2506068 and the email is support.wdc@bihar.gov.in.

References

Women and Child Development Corporation, Bihar official website

Jagran news on Nari Shakti Yojana BPSC and UPSC incentive

FAQ's

What is Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana?

Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana is a welfare scheme by the Bihar government that helps women through social, cultural and economic support. It also gives cash support to women who clear the BPSC or UPSC preliminary exam.

How much money is given under this scheme?

A woman who passes the UPSC preliminary exam gets ₹1,00,000, and a woman who passes the BPSC preliminary exam gets ₹50,000. This amount is given only once.

What documents are required to apply?

You need your Aadhaar card, residence proof, Aadhaar-linked bank passbook, exam pass certificate, affidavit, a passport-size photo and a functional mobile number.

How can I apply?

You can apply online through the official WCDC portal at wcdc.bihar.gov.in. Offline help is available at the District Programme Office (ICDS) or the WCDC office.

Can residents of other states apply?

No, this scheme is only for women and adolescent girls who are permanent residents of Bihar.

Are men eligible for this scheme?

No, the benefits of Chief Minister Nari Shakti Yojana are reserved only for women.

How many times can I get the civil service incentive?

The civil service incentive is given only once in a lifetime. If you have already taken the benefit, you will not be eligible again.

Is the scheme available for urban residents?

Yes, the scheme benefits both rural and urban women on an equal basis.