AI SummaryDulari Kanya is a supportive government scheme for girl children in Arunachal Pradesh launched to encourage institutional births, promote education, and reduce gender bias. The state government deposits a fixed amount for every eligible girl child born in a registered hospital, and the family can use the matured amount once the daughter turns 18. In 2026, the revamped version of this scheme offers a higher fixed deposit along with an education support payment.
The scheme was announced on 15 August 2016 by the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh as a dedicated welfare program for the girl child. It is managed by the Directorate of Family Welfare under the Department of Health and Family Welfare. Under the revamped rules approved by the state cabinet, the benefit amount has been revised, and eligible families can now get support at two stages: at the time of birth and when the girl takes admission in Class 11.
Dulari Kanya 2026 - What has changed
The Arunachal Pradesh cabinet approved the revamping of the Dulari Kanya scheme in February 2025. Under the updated rules, the fixed deposit for institutional births of girl children has been raised from ₹20,000 to ₹30,000. In addition, ₹20,000 is provided as direct benefit transfer (DBT) when the girl child takes admission in Class 11. This takes the total support to ₹50,000 per eligible girl child.
As of August 2026, the scheme continues to operate under these revised benefit levels. The main aim remains the same: encouraging hospital delivery, ensuring immunization, preventing early marriage, and helping families invest in the education and future of their daughters.
Key Information
| Key | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Dulari Kanya |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Nodal Department | Health and Family Welfare Department |
| Benefit at Birth | ₹30,000 Fixed Deposit |
| Benefit at Class 11 Admission | ₹20,000 Direct Benefit Transfer |
| Total Support | ₹50,000 |
| Application Mode | Offline through hospital / DMO office |
Benefits
This scheme offers meaningful financial support to help families invest in their daughter's growth:
- A fixed deposit of ₹30,000 is opened in a minor bank account for the girl child born in a government or government-recognized private hospital. The amount grows with interest until the girl turns 18.
- An additional ₹20,000 is paid through direct benefit transfer to the girl's bank account when she takes admission in Class 11, based on the revamped scheme rules.
- Your daughter can withdraw the fixed deposit maturity amount once she attains 18 years of age, provided the district health office completes the required verification.
Eligibility
To get support under this scheme, you should meet the following criteria:
- Your child must be born in a government-run or government-recognized private hospital located within Arunachal Pradesh.
- As a parent or legal guardian, you should be a permanent resident (APST) or hold a valid household residential certificate or domicile certificate.
- The scheme covers a maximum of your first two live-born girl children.
For example, if Seema has her first two daughters in a registered hospital, both are eligible for the fixed deposit under this scheme.
Application Process
STEP 1 - Obtain the printed application form from the office of the Medical Officer in-charge or the Medical Superintendent of the hospital where the birth took place.
STEP 2 - Fill out the form accurately and submit it to the hospital authorities along with the required documents. After verification, the hospital forwards the application to the District Medical Officer (DMO) for processing.
STEP 3 - Once the department approves the application, the fixed deposit is opened in the name of the girl child. The deposit matures when she turns 18, and the maturity amount can be claimed after the DMO verifies the details.
STEP 4 - For the Class 11 education payment under the revamped rules, the girl should apply for the direct benefit transfer amount when she takes admission in Class 11, so that the amount reaches her bank account.
STEP 5 - For the maturity claim, the girl should personally apply to the DMO office once she turns 18 and has cleared her Class 10 examinations. She should fill the withdrawal form and submit the required credentials, including her bank details in a State Bank of India account in her own name.
Documents
Required for Initial Application:
- Discharge Certificate: Issued by the hospital medical officer confirming the birth.
- MCP Card: A copy of your Mother and Child Protection card.
- Birth Certificate: Issued by the official Registrar of Birth and Death.
- Residency Proof: Your scheduled tribe certificate or valid domicile or residential certificate.
- Photos: Two group photographs featuring the girl child with her parents or guardians.
- Aadhaar: Copies of Aadhaar cards for parents or guardians (and the child, if already enrolled).
Required for Maturity Claim:
- Education Proof: Class 10 board mark sheet and certificate.
- Declaration: A signed statement confirming she is unmarried on her 18th birthday.
- Bank Details: A copy of the bank passbook (State Bank of India) held in the daughter's name.
- Withdrawal Form: Completed and signed by the beneficiary herself.
References
Official Dulari Kanya scheme details (District Papum Pare)
News report on Dulari Kanya scheme revamp
FAQ's
When was Dulari Kanya launched?
The scheme was officially announced on 15 August 2016 by the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh.
Has the benefit amount changed?
Yes. After the cabinet approved the revamp in February 2025, the fixed deposit was raised from ₹20,000 to ₹30,000, and an extra ₹20,000 is given for Class 11 admission through direct benefit transfer.
What documents are necessary to submit for the initial application?
You should provide the birth discharge certificate, MCP card, official birth certificate, proof of residency (ST, domicile or residential certificate), group photos, and Aadhaar cards of the parents.
Which documents are required to claim the maturity amount?
Your daughter will need her Class 10 passing certificate, a self-declaration of being unmarried, her SBI bank passbook, and the completed maturity withdrawal form.
Do the photographs need to be of just the girl child?
No, you should submit group photographs that include the girl child along with her parents or guardians.
Is it mandatory to have an Aadhaar card for the girl child?
You only need to submit her Aadhaar card if she has already been enrolled.
What does APST stand for?
It refers to the Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribe.
When is a domicile certificate mandatory?
You should provide a domicile or residential certificate if the parent or guardian does not belong to the APST category.
Can the grant be paid in installments?
The fixed deposit is a single deposit made at the time of birth, while the Class 11 payment is a separate direct benefit transfer amount.
Can I transfer this benefit to someone else?
No, the funds are strictly for the beneficiary and cannot be transferred.
Are there any fees for applying?
No, the application process is completely free.