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Nanda Gaura Yojana
The Nanda Gaura Yojana is an initiative of the Government of Uttarakhand which provides financial assistance to girls. The scheme was launched in 2017 and offers two installments at birth and upon completion of class 12 of a girl child. The fund is transferred through DBT mode and eligible candidates can get assistance of up to ₹62,000.
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What is Nanda Gaura Yojana?
Nanda Gaura scheme provides financial assistance to up to two girl children in a family.
- The Nanda Gaura Yojana promotes girl child birth and supports higher education.
- The funds are transferred in Direct Bank Transfer mode to facilitate easy distribution.
- You can apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana online on the official website nandagaurauk.in.
The financial assistance in the scheme is provided in the following two stages:
- Upon birth of a girl child: ₹11,000
- Upon completion of class 12 of a girl: ₹51,000
Nanda Gaura Yojana Eligibility Criteria
The detailed eligibility criteria for the Nanda Gaura scheme is provided below:
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand
- The family income of the applicant must not be more than ₹6000 per month.
- A maximum of two applicants from a family can apply for the scheme.
- For the first instalment, the application must be submitted within 6 months of the birth of the child.
- The birth should have happened in a hospital or ANM center.
- You can apply for the 2nd installment of Nanda Gaura Yojana after the girl completes her class 12.
- The application must be submitted within the same year the girl finished her class 12.
How to Apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana?
You can apply for Nanda Gaurja Yojana in an online mode.
If you are applying for the 2nd installment, you can do so from July to November of the year where the girl passed her class 12.
Nanda Gaura Yojana Online Apply
Step 1: Visit the official website at nandagaurauk.in
Step 2: Create a new account using the required details and login with the credentials
Step 3: Enter your personal, educational, bank, and family details carefully in the form.
Step 4: Upload scanned copies of all required documents in the prescribed format.
Step 5: Check all the information filled by you before submitting.
Step 6: Submit your application and note the acknowledgment or application number for future reference.
Documents Required to Apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana
The following documents are needed to complete the Nanda Gaura Yojana form:
| Applying for 1st Installment (at birth) | Applying for 2nd Installment (after class 12) |
| Maternal Child Immunization/MCP (Vaccination) card | Latest passport size photograph and signature |
| Passport size photograph of the girl child | Aadhaar card |
| Birth registration certificate | Bank account linked with Aadhaar |
| Institutional delivery certificate | Permanent residence certificate |
| Signature of the mother/father/guardian | High school certificate, mark sheet and certificate of passing Class 12th |
| Aadhaar card, PAN card, bank account linked with Aadhaar | Self-attested marksheet if passed from NIOS |
| Permanent residence certificate | PAN card |
Apart from the above mentioned documents, here are some common documents needed to apply for both of the installments:
- Ration Card
- Income certificate/BPL certificate
- Anganwadi Worker Certificate
- Copy of family register or certificate issued by member/councilor
- Bank passbook copy/one year bank statement of all family members
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How to Check Nanda Gaura Yojana Application Status?
If you have applied for the Nanda Gaura Yojana form, you can check your application status by following the below given steps:
- Step 1: Visit the official website at nandagaurauk.in
- Step 2: Enter your credentials like registered phone number and password to login
- Step 3: You can check the status of your application on your dashboard.
Reasons for Application Rejection in Nanda Gaura Yojana
Your Nanda Gaura scheme application can be rejected if you do the following mistakes while filling the form:
- Applying after six months of birth of the child for 1st installment.
- Applying next year after the passing year in case of 2nd installment.
- Invalid domicile certificate
- Details mismatch
- Missing mandatory documents like Ration Card, income certificate
- Manipulated documents and duplicate applications.
FAQs
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Can I apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana offline?
No, you cannot apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana in an offline mode. The application can only be made online through the official website at nandagaurauk.in. -
What is the benefit amount in Nanda Gaura Yojana?
Under the Nanda Gaura scheme, an eligible girl child can receive financial assistance in two installments. The first installment of ₹11,000 is paid at the time of birth while the second installment of ₹51,000 is paid upon completion of class 12. -
What to do with the Nanda Gaura Yojana benefits?
Once you have received the Nanda Gaura Yojana benefits through DBT, you can invest it in government-backed child plans like Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and NPS Vatsalya. This helps secure the future of your child in the long term. -
Can private school students apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana?
Yes, students studying in private schools can apply for the Nanda Gaura Yojana provided the school is under recognised board and the applicants satisfies the eligibility criteria, including minimum income condition. -
Can a girl outside Uttrakhand apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana?
No, you cannot apply for the Nanda Gaura scheme if you belong from another state. According to government notified criteria, only permanent residents of Uttarakhand are eligible to apply for the scheme. -
What is the last date to apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana 2026?
There is no specified last date released to apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana. Generally, applications can be made as follows:- Within six months of the birth of a girl child
- Within the passing year of class 12, usually between July to November.
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Can girls living in orphanages apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana?
Yes, girls living in orphanages, Nari Niketan or any other government supported homes can apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana. Such applicants aren’t required to submit documents such as birth certificate, residence certificate, parent’s details and income certificate. -
What is the income limit to apply for Nanda Gaura Yojana?
If your family’s monthly income does not exceed ₹6000 in a month, you can apply for the Nanda Gaura Yojana. While applying for the scheme, you will have to provide your income certificate and bank statements.
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