AI SummaryMadhya Pradesh government has launched Kanya Saksharta Protsahan Yojana 2026 for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and Vimukt, Nomadic & Semi-Nomadic Tribe girl students who have passed Class 10th and taken admission in Class 11th. Eligible girls receive a one-time financial incentive of ₹3,000 to support their education. In financial year 2025-26, over 45,000 SC girls benefited under this scheme.
The scheme is implemented by the Tribal Welfare Department for ST girls, Scheduled Caste Welfare Department for SC girls, and Vimukt, Nomadic & Semi-Nomadic Welfare Department for VJNT category girls. Students apply through their respective schools using an offline application form.
Kanya Saksharta Protsahan Yojana
Kanya Saksharta Protsahan Yojana is an educational incentive scheme by the Government of Madhya Pradesh, running since academic year 2013-14. It aims to reduce dropout rates among girls from disadvantaged communities by providing financial motivation to continue studies after Class 10th. The incentive helps cover expenses like books, stationery, uniforms, and other study materials.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Kanya Saksharta Protsahan Yojana |
| Launched By | Government of Madhya Pradesh |
| Department | Tribal Welfare Department (ST), Scheduled Caste Welfare Department (SC), Vimukt Ghumakkad Ardh Ghumakkad Welfare Department (VJNT) |
| Beneficiaries | SC, ST, and Vimukt Nomadic Semi-Nomadic Tribe girls in Class 11th |
| Benefit Amount | One-time ₹3,000 |
| Application Mode | Offline through school |
| Official Website | tribal.mp.gov.in |
Benefits
Eligible girls receive a one-time financial incentive of ₹3,000 after securing admission in Class 11th. The amount is transferred directly to the student's bank account. This support helps girls from poor families continue their higher secondary education without financial stress. The scheme has shown good reach with 45,659 SC girls receiving benefits in 2025-26 alone.
Eligibility
To qualify for this scheme, the student must meet all the following conditions:
- The applicant must be a girl and a permanent resident of Madhya Pradesh
- She must belong to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, or Vimukt Nomadic Semi-Nomadic Tribe category
- She must have passed Class 10th examination
- She must have taken admission in Class 11th as a regular student in a recognised school
- Parents or guardians should not be Income Tax payers
- She must have a valid Samagra ID and bank account
Documents Required
Keep these documents ready when applying through your school:
- Aadhaar Card
- Samagra ID
- Madhya Pradesh domicile certificate
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/VJNT as applicable)
- Class 10th marksheet or passing certificate
- Proof of admission in Class 11th
- Bank passbook copy with account details
- Income certificate
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Mobile number
How to Apply
STEP 1 - Get the Kanya Saksharta Protsahan Yojana application form from your school principal, scholarship in-charge, or the concerned teacher.
STEP 2 - Fill in all required details including your name, Samagra ID, educational details, bank account information, mobile number, and other particulars.
STEP 3 - Attach all required documents such as caste certificate, income certificate, domicile certificate, Class 10th marksheet, Samagra ID, bank passbook copy, and passport-size photograph.
STEP 4 - Submit the completed form with all documents to your school. The school authorities will verify the application and forward eligible applications to the concerned department for approval.
STEP 5 - Once approved, the financial incentive will be released to your bank account through the prescribed process.
References
Official Scheme Page - Tribal Welfare Department
Tribal Welfare Department Contact Details
Scheduled Caste Welfare Department Contact
Vimukt Ghumakkad Ardh Ghumakkad Welfare Department
FAQ's
What is Kanya Saksharta Protsahan Yojana?
It is a Madhya Pradesh government scheme that gives a one-time incentive of ₹3,000 to eligible SC, ST, and VJNT girls who pass Class 10th and take admission in Class 11th.
Who can apply for this scheme?
Permanent resident girls of Madhya Pradesh belonging to SC, ST, or Vimukt Nomadic Semi-Nomadic Tribe categories who have passed Class 10th and are regular students in Class 11th. Parents must not be income tax payers.
How much money do I get under this scheme?
Eligible girls receive a one-time financial incentive of ₹3,000 deposited directly into their bank account.
Is the benefit given every year?
No, this is a one-time incentive given only when the student takes admission in Class 11th after passing Class 10th.
How can I apply for Kanya Saksharta Protsahan Yojana?
Applications are submitted offline through the school. Get the form from your school principal or scholarship in-charge, fill it with required documents, and submit it to the school for verification and forwarding.
Can private candidates or students in open schooling apply?
No, the scheme is only for regular students admitted to a recognised school in Class 11th.
What if my parents pay income tax?
If either parent or guardian is an income tax payer, you are not eligible for this scheme.
Which department handles my application?
Tribal Welfare Department for ST girls, Scheduled Caste Welfare Department for SC girls, and Vimukt Ghumakkad Ardh Ghumakkad Welfare Department for VJNT category girls.