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Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana

Ministry of Women & Child Development

3 Crore+

Beneficiaries Reached

2015

Year Launched

All India

Territory Coverage

महत्त्वाचे अस्वीकरण व अधिकृत मार्गदर्शक (Citizen Advisory):

ही माहिती Sarkar Saarthi वर नागरिकांच्या माहितीच्या व मार्गदर्शनाच्या उद्देशाने दिली आहे. अधिकृत माहिती, पात्रता अटी, आणि अर्जासाठी कृपया संबंधित सरकारी विभागाची अधिकृत वेबसाइट (https://www.indiapost.gov.in) तपासा.

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योजनेची माहिती (Scheme Overview)

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) is a government-backed savings scheme aimed at girl children. Parents can open an account for their daughter aged below 10 years with a minimum deposit of ₹250 annually.

📍 Jurisdiction: Central🏛️ Administered By: Ministry of Women & Child Development🗓️ Launch Year: 2015
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योजनेचे उद्दिष्ट (Scheme Objective)

The core mission of Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana is to empower eligible citizens through direct government assistance, removing financial bottlenecks, fostering social security, and providing equitable access to national welfare mechanisms.

  • Direct, unhindered welfare distribution to targeted citizens.
  • Transparency through digital tracking and verified registries.
  • Strengthening citizen resilience across women & child development.
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योजनेचे फायदे (Key Benefits)

Financial & Direct Support

Small savings scheme for girl children with 8.2% interest rate and tax benefits under Section 80C.

Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)

Financial assistance is credited directly into verified Aadhaar-seeded bank accounts without middlemen.

Digital Convenience

Online application submission, real-time grievance redressal, and digital certificate access.

National Recognition

Backed by statutory provisions from the Ministry of Women & Child Development, Government of India.

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पात्रता निकष (Eligibility Criteria)

  • Girl Child (below 10 years)
  • Parents/Legal Guardians
  • Indian Citizens

Age Group Required

0-10 Years

Income Ceiling

All

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आवश्यक कागदपत्रे (Required Documents)

Keep both physical copies and digital scans (PDF/JPG, <200KB) ready before starting your online application.

📑Birth Certificate
📑Parent Aadhaar
📑Parent PAN Card
Make sure your Aadhaar number is active and connected with your current mobile number to receive OTPs.
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अर्ज कसा करावा? व ऑनलाइन अर्ज प्रक्रिया (How to Apply)

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Visit the Official Government Portalअधिकृत संकेतस्थळाला भेट द्या

Access the official portal at https://www.indiapost.gov.in to initiate your registration. Verify that the URL ends with .gov.in or .nic.in.

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Aadhaar e-KYC & Mobile OTP Verificationआधार ई-केवायसी व मोबाइल पडताळणी

Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number. Complete the one-time password (OTP) verification sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.

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Fill Beneficiary Profile Detailsअर्जदाराची माहिती भरा

Complete personal information, bank account details (IFSC, Account Number for DBT), and category details (Women & Child).

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Upload Mandatory Documentsकागदपत्रे अपलोड करा

Attach self-attested scanned copies of required documents: Birth Certificate, Parent Aadhaar, Parent PAN Card. Ensure file sizes match portal limits (usually under 200KB).

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Submit & Save Application Referenceअर्ज सबमिट करा व नोंदणी क्रमांक ठेवा

Submit the application and download the acknowledgment slip containing your unique Application/Registration Reference Number for tracking.

Direct Application Portal:

https://www.indiapost.gov.in

Open Official Website
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अर्जाची स्थिती कशी तपासावी? (Check Application Status)

After completing your registration, you can track the status of your approval and DBT payouts through the following procedure:

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Visit the official portal (https://www.indiapost.gov.in) and locate the "Beneficiary Status" or "Track Application" link.

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Enter your Application Reference Number, registered Mobile Number, or Aadhaar Number.

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Enter the Captcha code and request OTP verification if prompted.

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View real-time processing status, installment disbursement, or pending officer verifications.

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महत्त्वाच्या तारखा व हेल्पलाइन (Timelines & Support)

Application Window

Open All Year (Continuous Enrollment)

Check official announcements for batch deadlines.

Verification Turnaround

15 to 45 Working Days

Subject to State/District administrative clearance.

National Helpline

1800-11-1555

Call Helpline
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अधिकृत वेबसाइट व संबंधित सरकारी विभाग (Official Authority)

Responsible Ministry / Department

Ministry of Women & Child Development

Official Web Address

https://www.indiapost.gov.in
Government Notification Reference: Official Gazette / Central Welfare Notification Registry.
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वारंवार विचारले जाणारे प्रश्न (Frequently Asked Questions)

Direct Ministry Portal

Ready to Apply Online?

Applications are submitted securely on the official portal managed by Ministry of Women & Child Development.

Apply on Official Portal

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🛡️ Safety Tip: Never share your bank OTP, UPI PIN, or passwords with anyone claiming to represent government scheme approvals.