Kanyashree Renamed Kanyaratna 2026: K1 ₹2,000, K2 ₹50,000 – Eligibility, Apply & Status Check
Updated October 2026: Kanyashree Prakalpa has been renamed "Kanyaratna" and its grants are being raised. This guide has been fully rewritten with the 2026 changes — amounts, eligibility, how to apply and status check.
West Bengal's famous girl-child scheme Kanyashree Prakalpa was renamed Kanyaratna by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on 14 August 2026 (Kanyaratna Diwas). Under the enhanced scheme, the annual grant K1 rises from ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 (from the next academic year) for unmarried girls aged 13–18 in Class 8 or above, and the one-time grant K2 rises from ₹25,000 to ₹50,000 for unmarried girls aged 18–19 who continue studying. There is no family income limit. Girls apply through their school or college, not directly online, and can track status on the Kanyashree portal.
Kanyaratna (Kanyashree) 2026 at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| New name | Kanyaratna (কন্যারত্ন) — earlier Kanyashree Prakalpa (কন্যাশ্রী প্রকল্প) |
| Department | Women & Child Development and Social Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal |
| Started | October 2013 (as Kanyashree), to keep girls in school and prevent child marriage |
| K1 | Annual grant: ₹2,000 (raised from ₹1,000, from next academic year) — Class 8+, age 13–18 |
| K2 | One-time grant: ₹50,000 (raised from ₹25,000) — age 18–19, unmarried, in study/training |
| Payment | DBT into the girl's own bank account |
| Apply | Through the school / college / institution (free) |
| Portal | Kanyashree portal (track application status, institution login) |
What changed in 2026?
At the Kanyaratna Diwas programme in Kolkata on 14 August 2026 — the date long observed as Kanyashree Dibas — Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the new name and higher benefits. He also launched the central Beti Bachao Beti Padhao programme in the state and said more than 20 lakh girls are receiving the benefit.
| Point | Kanyashree (before) | Kanyaratna (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Kanyashree Prakalpa | Kanyaratna |
| K1 annual grant | ₹1,000 per year | ₹2,000 per year (from next academic year) |
| K2 one-time grant | ₹25,000 | ₹50,000 |
| Income ceiling | Earlier ₹1.2 lakh a year (later waived) | No income limit |
| How to apply | Through institution | Through institution (unchanged) |
When do the higher amounts apply? The K1 increase was announced "from the next academic year". Girls already enrolled should continue renewing as usual; the new rates will be paid as per the department's orders to institutions. Check the circular at your school/college.
K1 — annual grant (₹2,000)
Who can get K1
- Girls aged 13 to 18 years
- Unmarried
- Studying in Class 8 or above (or equivalent open school / vocational / technical training)
- Enrolled in a government-recognised institution in West Bengal
- Girls with 40% or more disability can get the annual grant even if they have not reached Class 8
- Bank account in the girl's own name
Renewal: K1 is paid every year the girl remains eligible. Institutions submit renewals for continuing students — make sure your school includes you every year.
K2 — one-time grant (₹50,000)
Who can get K2
- Girls aged 18 to 19 years
- Unmarried at the time of applying
- Pursuing education (Class 11/12, college) or vocational / technical training, or sports / skill training as allowed by the scheme
- Bank account in her own name
The K2 grant is meant to help girls continue studies or start a skill path instead of early marriage. Girls who received K1 earlier apply for K2 when they turn 18 — again through their institution.
Also read: the new Bhagini Nivedita Scheme (₹50,000 over three years for unmarried girls in degree courses, from January 2027). The government will clarify whether a student can get both.
How to apply for Kanyaratna (step by step)
Girls do not apply directly online. The school or college handles the application.
- Tell your school or college that you want to apply for K1 or K2 (Kanyaratna/Kanyashree).
- Collect the application form from the institution — it is free.
- Fill the form with a parent/guardian: name, date of birth, class, address, Aadhaar and bank details exactly as in the documents.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of the documents listed below and submit before the institution's deadline.
- The institution verifies and uploads your application on the Kanyashree portal and gives you an application ID.
- Block / municipality verification and district approval follow, then the grant is sent by DBT to your account.
Documents required
- Birth certificate (photocopy) — age proof
- Voter ID of parent / guardian — residence proof
- Declaration of unmarried status (signed by parent/guardian if under 18; by the girl if over 18)
- Bank passbook page showing account number and IFSC (account in the girl's name)
- Aadhaar card (as required by the institution / department)
- Disability certificate (only for girls with 40%+ disability below Class 8)
- 2 recent colour passport-size photographs
Bank account tip: open a zero-balance savings account in the girl's own name (many banks and the India Post Payments Bank offer this for students) and link Aadhaar to it for DBT. Guide: How to link Aadhaar with a bank account.
How to check Kanyashree / Kanyaratna application status
- Open the official Kanyashree portal (wbkanyashree.gov.in).
- Click Track Application Status.
- Enter your application ID / Kanyashree ID and the other details asked (such as date of birth or district).
- Submit to see the stage — submitted, verified, sanctioned, or paid.
If the status is stuck, ask the Kanyashree nodal teacher at your school/college; the institution can see pending verification at the block level.
Common problems and fixes
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
| Grant sanctioned but not received | Check that the account is active, KYC updated and in the girl's name; ask the institution to verify bank details on the portal |
| Name/date of birth mismatch | Correct school records or bank account so all documents match, then ask the institution to resubmit |
| Missed K1 renewal | Ask the school nodal teacher whether a renewal can still be uploaded for the year |
| Changed school/college | Give your Kanyashree ID to the new institution so your record is transferred |
Frequently asked questions
Has Kanyashree Prakalpa been renamed?
Yes. On 14 August 2026, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari renamed the scheme Kanyaratna and announced higher grants.
How much is the Kanyaratna K1 grant now?
K1 is being raised from ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 per year, from the next academic year, for unmarried girls aged 13–18 in Class 8 or above.
How much is K2 under Kanyaratna?
The one-time K2 grant has been raised from ₹25,000 to ₹50,000 for unmarried girls aged 18–19 who continue education or training.
Is there any income limit for Kanyashree / Kanyaratna?
No. There is no family income limit; girls from all families who meet the age, marital-status and education conditions can apply.
Can I apply for Kanyaratna online myself?
No. Applications are submitted through the school, college or institution, which uploads them to the Kanyashree portal. You can track the status online.
Is the old ₹750 monthly scholarship still given?
No. Kanyashree never paid ₹750 per month. K1 has always been an annual grant — it was ₹750 a year for some years, later ₹1,000, and is now being raised to ₹2,000 a year under Kanyaratna.
Sources
- The Statesman — "Bengal renames flagship girls' cash transfer scheme Kanyashree as Kanyaratna" (August 2026)
- Kanyashree Prakalpa official portal — application tracking and scheme rules
- Government of West Bengal, Women & Child Development and Social Welfare Department
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