AI SummaryKanya Sumangala Yojana 2026 is running in Uttar Pradesh and registration is open for eligible families. The scheme now gives up to ₹25,000 to a girl child in six stages, from birth till admission in a degree or diploma course after Class 12. Earlier the total payout was ₹15,000, and the state government raised it from the 2024-25 budget.
This is a conditional cash transfer scheme run by the Department of Women and Child Development of the UP government. Money goes straight to the mother's bank account through DBT payment, and families with annual income up to ₹3 lakh can apply online at mksy.up.gov.in.
Kanya Sumangala Yojana 2026
Kanya Sumangala Yojana started on 25 April 2019 to stop female feticide and child marriage and to push girls toward education and better health. A girl gets cash at six life stages if the family meets the income and residency rules. Since the launch, total registrations have crossed 1.5 crore, and 27,37,703 girls have received benefits with Rs 674.15 crore paid through DBT till June 2026.
UP Budget 2026-27 keeps the scheme fully active, with around ₹400 crore set aside for it under the Women and Child Development demand for grants. Families with a girl born on or after 1 April 2019 can apply for the first stage right now. Girls who applied under the old ₹15,000 structure still get their remaining stages at the new rates.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Mukhyamantri Kanya Sumangala Yojana |
| Launched By | Uttar Pradesh government (April 2019) |
| State | Uttar Pradesh |
| Eligible People | Girl children born on or after 1 April 2019 |
| Category | Women and child welfare |
| Nodal Department | Department of Women and Child Development |
| Benefit Amount | ₹25,000 in 6 stages |
| Family Income Limit | Up to ₹3 lakh per year |
| Application Mode | Online at mksy.up.gov.in |
Benefits: How Much Money at Each Stage
A separate application is needed for each stage, and the amount is credited to the mother's Aadhaar-linked bank account after checking is done. The stage-wise breakup is:
| Stage | When the Money Comes | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First | Birth of the girl child (born on or after 1 April 2019) | ₹5,000 |
| Second | Full vaccination completed within one year | ₹2,000 |
| Third | Admission in Class 1 | ₹3,000 |
| Fourth | Admission in Class 6 | ₹3,000 |
| Fifth | Admission in Class 9 | ₹5,000 |
| Sixth | Passing 10th/12th and admission in a degree or 2-year diploma course | ₹7,000 |
| Total | ₹25,000 |
Families can also open a Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana account for the girl for long-term savings, and the scheme works alongside central efforts like Beti Bachao Beti Padhao.
Eligibility
Families should check the conditions listed on the official portal before applying. The main points are:
- Residency: family must be a permanent resident of Uttar Pradesh, with proof like ration card, Aadhaar card, voter ID, electricity bill or telephone bill.
- Income: annual family income must be up to ₹3 lakh.
- Family size: maximum two girls from one family, and the family must have maximum two children.
- Twins exception: if the second delivery gives twin girls, all three girls become eligible. Adopted girls also count within the two-girl limit.
- Date of birth: for the first stage, the girl must be born on or after 1 April 2019.
Online Application Process
Applying is easy and fully online. Every stage needs a fresh application, so keep the login details safe and file a new form whenever the next stage falls due. Follow these steps:
STEP 1 - Open the official website at mksy.up.gov.in and click on the Citizen Service Portal option on the home page.
STEP 2 - Read the terms, tick the agreement box and click Continue to reach the registration form.
STEP 3 - Click on New User Register and fill in the applicant name, father or husband name, district, mobile number and relation.
STEP 4 - Verify the mobile number with the OTP. The portal then gives a user ID and password; save both for future login.
STEP 5 - Log in with the user ID and password, and select the stage or category for which the application is being filed.
STEP 6 - Enter the girl's details, family income details and bank account details, then upload the documents for that stage.
STEP 7 - Submit the form and note down the application ID. Later, use Track Application Status on the portal to check where the file stands.
The application moves from the Anganwadi worker to the block and district offices, and the money is released through DBT after full checking. A clean application usually takes 30 to 60 days. For any problem, families can call the UP Women and Child Development helpline at 1800-833-0100 or 1800-180-0300.
Documents Required
Keep the documents ready before starting the application because each stage asks for a specific proof. Common documents are:
- Latest photo of the girl and a joint photo with the parent, plus an affidavit in the prescribed format.
- Aadhaar card of the applicant, father, mother and the girl. Aadhaar has been required for all of them since 10 October 2022.
- Bank passbook of the mother with Aadhaar linked to it, so the DBT payment reaches the right account.
Stage-wise documents are: birth certificate for the first stage, immunization card for the second, admission certificate for Class 1, 6 and 9 for the third, fourth and fifth stages, and 10th or 12th mark sheet with admission fee receipt for the sixth stage. Girls applying for higher studies in UP can also check the UP Kanya Vidya Dhan Yojana for extra study support.
References
Scheme Guidelines (PDF) | Official Website | Citizen Registration Link | Check Eligibility Online
FAQ's
How much money does a girl get under Kanya Sumangala Yojana?
Up to ₹25,000 in six stages. The first payment is ₹5,000 at birth and the last is ₹7,000 on taking admission in a degree or diploma course after Class 12. Earlier the total was ₹15,000; the new rates apply to fresh applications and to stages that fall due after the change.
What is the income limit to apply?
Annual family income should be up to ₹3 lakh. An income certificate from the tehsil office is asked at the time of application.
How many girls from one family can get the benefit?
Maximum two girls per family. If the second delivery gives twin girls, all three become eligible. Adopted girls also count within the two-girl limit.
From which date of birth is a girl eligible?
For the first stage, the girl must be born on or after 1 April 2019. For the vaccination stage, she should not be born before 1 April 2018.
Is a separate application needed for each stage?
Yes. Every stage needs a fresh application from the same login on mksy.up.gov.in. The money is not sent automatically after the earlier stage, so families must apply again at each milestone.
How can I check the application status?
Log in at mksy.up.gov.in and open Track Application Status, then enter the application ID. The status moves from submitted to Anganwadi verified, block approved, district approved and DBT released.
Can girls from other states apply?
No. Only families that are permanent residents of Uttar Pradesh can apply.
Does the scheme depend on caste?
No. The scheme is open to all girl children in UP who meet the residency, income and family-size rules. See the full list of Yogi Adityanath government schemes in UP for other support.