Bihar Graduation Scholarship: Key Highlights
- Name of the Scholarship: Mukhyamantri Kanya Utthan Yojna (Graduation Scholarship Bihar)
- Eligibility: Students who have completed their Class 12th exams and are economically backward.
- Application Mode: Online
- Maximum Amount: Up to INR 50,000
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Students whose results fall between 31 March 2021 to 31 October 2022 can apply.
- The scholarship is available to students of all classes.
- The student must be a native of Bihar.
- A graduation mark sheet is necessary for graduate pass students to take advantage of the Kanya Utthan Yojana1.
Chief Minister Kanya Utthan Yojana (Bihar Graduation Scholarship 2023)
The Chief Minister Kanya Utthan Yojana was initiated by the Government of Bihar to prevent child marriages and promote female literacy. Through this scheme, girl students can receive financial support for higher education. Here are the key points:
- Incentive Amount: Inter-pass unmarried girls and graduate pass-girl students receive an incentive amount to pursue higher studies.
- Beneficiaries: Approximately 60 lakh to 1 crore girls benefit from this scheme annually.
- Objectives:
- Prevent child marriage.
- Raise awareness about education among girls.
- Promote female self-reliance.
- Encourage women’s contribution to family and society.
- Improve the standard of living for girls.
- Ensure girls’ equality in society.
- Family Limit: Only 2 girls per family can avail of this scheme.
- Budget: The Bihar government allocates around 1400 crore rupees annually for this purpose.
- Implementation: The scheme has been in effect since April 2018.
- Total Expenditure: Approximately Rs 2240 crore is spent annually on girls’ education in Bihar
Remember, if you’re eligible, don’t miss the opportunity to apply for this valuable scholarship! 🌟
Important Note:
- The latest application details for the Bihar Graduation Scholarship (2023-24 batch) might not be available yet. Keep an eye out for official announcements from the Bihar government or relevant authorities.
Additional Tips:
- Search for official websites of the Bihar Education Department or Scholarship Department for the latest updates.
- Look for news articles or announcements from reputable sources.