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Balika Samrithi Yojana
Women and Child Development Department, Puducherry
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Overview
“Balika Samrithi Yojana” by the Dept of Women & Child Development, Govt of Pondicherry was introduced to improve the status of the girl child and provide nutritious food to the girl child. Financial assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate is provided to lactating mothers.
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Description
The scheme “Balika Samrithi Yojana” by the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Pondicherry was introduced to improve the status of the girl child and provide nutritious food to the girl child. Through this scheme, assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate is provided to lactating mothers. The target beneficiaries are girl children born on or after 15-8-97.
Benefits
• Assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate.
Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a girl child born on or after 15-8-97.
2. - The annual income of the family of the applicant should not exceed ₹15,000.
3. - The applicant should be a citizen of India.
4. - The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or continuous residence for not less than 3 years.
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Women and Child Development, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entr…
Offline
OR
The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
Offline
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if…
Offline
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Step 5: Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 6: Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Online
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Step 7: Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declara…
Online
Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
Step 8: Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Online
Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 9: Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Online
Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Step 10: Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Online
Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Step 11: Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Online
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Step 12: Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Online
Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Step 13: Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application nu…
Online
*Track Your Application here
* Access the User Manual for Online Application here
Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card.
• Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department.
• Income Certificate from the Revenue Department.
• Passport-sized Photograph.
• Declaration/Undertaking (if any).
• Birth Certificate from the Municipality/Commune.
• <br>
• In the absence of an Aadhaar Card; the applicant is required to provide his/her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with ANY ONE of the following documents -
• Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo.
• Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.
• Passport.
• Ration Card.
• Voter Identity Card.
• MGNREGA Card.
• Kisan Photo Passbook.
• Driving license issued by the Licensing Authority under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988).
• Certificate of identity having a photo of such person issued by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar on an official letterhead.
• Any other document as specified by the Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can an applicant use a driving license as an alternative to an Aadhaar Card?
A: Yes, a driving license issued by the Licensing Authority is accepted as an alternative document if an Aadhaar Card is not available.
Q: What role does the Revenue Department play in the application process?
A: The Revenue Department issues necessary certificates such as residence and income certificates required for the application.
Q: What does the scheme aim to provide to lactating mothers?
A: Lactating mothers receive assistance in the form of a [?]500 National Savings Certificate under the BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA.
Q: How can individuals contact the authorities for further information about the scheme?
A: For additional information, individuals can visit https://wcd.py.gov.in/contact-us.
Q: Can an applicant residing in Pondicherry for two years apply for the scheme?
A: No, continuous residence in Pondicherry for at least three years is a prerequisite for eligibility.
Q: Are there any special provisions for applicants without an Aadhaar Card?
A: Yes, alternative documents such as bank passbook, PAN card, or ration card can be submitted in the absence of an Aadhaar Card.
Q: Can a voter identity card be used as an alternative to an Aadhaar Card?
A: Yes, a voter identity card is accepted as an alternative document in the absence of an Aadhaar Card.
Q: Is there a deadline for submitting applications to the BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA?
A: The scheme does not specify a deadline for application submission.
Q: What actions can be taken through the provided Grievance Redressal link?
A: Grievances related to the scheme can be addressed through the Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System at https://wcd.py.gov.in/ta/central-public-grievance-redress-and-monitoring-system.
Q: How can applicants track the status of their BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA application?
A: Application status can be tracked online at https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/TrackApplication.aspx.
Q: How is the financial assistance provided to eligible mothers?
A: Assistance is given in the form of a National Savings Certificate, valuing [?]500.
Q: Who are the targeted beneficiaries under the scheme?
A: The beneficiaries are girl children born on or after 15-8-97.
The scheme “Balika Samrithi Yojana” by the Department of Women & Child Development, Government of Pondicherry was introduced to improve the status of the girl child and provide nutritious food to the girl child. Through this scheme, assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate is provided to lactating mothers. The target beneficiaries are girl children born on or after 15-8-97.
Benefits
• Assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate.
Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a girl child born on or after 15-8-97.
2. - The annual income of the family of the applicant should not exceed ₹15,000.
3. - The applicant should be a citizen of India.
4. - The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or continuous residence for not less than 3 years.
Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Women and Child Development, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entr…
Offline
OR
The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
Offline
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if…
Offline
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Step 5: Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Online
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 6: Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Online
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Step 7: Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declara…
Online
Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
Step 8: Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Online
Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Step 9: Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Online
Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Step 10: Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Online
Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Step 11: Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Online
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Step 12: Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Online
Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Step 13: Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application nu…
Online
*Track Your Application here
* Access the User Manual for Online Application here
Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card.
• Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department.
• Income Certificate from the Revenue Department.
• Passport-sized Photograph.
• Declaration/Undertaking (if any).
• Birth Certificate from the Municipality/Commune.
• <br>
• In the absence of an Aadhaar Card; the applicant is required to provide his/her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with ANY ONE of the following documents -
• Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo.
• Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card.
• Passport.
• Ration Card.
• Voter Identity Card.
• MGNREGA Card.
• Kisan Photo Passbook.
• Driving license issued by the Licensing Authority under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988).
• Certificate of identity having a photo of such person issued by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar on an official letterhead.
• Any other document as specified by the Department.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can an applicant use a driving license as an alternative to an Aadhaar Card?
A: Yes, a driving license issued by the Licensing Authority is accepted as an alternative document if an Aadhaar Card is not available.
Q: What role does the Revenue Department play in the application process?
A: The Revenue Department issues necessary certificates such as residence and income certificates required for the application.
Q: What does the scheme aim to provide to lactating mothers?
A: Lactating mothers receive assistance in the form of a [?]500 National Savings Certificate under the BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA.
Q: How can individuals contact the authorities for further information about the scheme?
A: For additional information, individuals can visit https://wcd.py.gov.in/contact-us.
Q: Can an applicant residing in Pondicherry for two years apply for the scheme?
A: No, continuous residence in Pondicherry for at least three years is a prerequisite for eligibility.
Q: Are there any special provisions for applicants without an Aadhaar Card?
A: Yes, alternative documents such as bank passbook, PAN card, or ration card can be submitted in the absence of an Aadhaar Card.
Q: Can a voter identity card be used as an alternative to an Aadhaar Card?
A: Yes, a voter identity card is accepted as an alternative document in the absence of an Aadhaar Card.
Q: Is there a deadline for submitting applications to the BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA?
A: The scheme does not specify a deadline for application submission.
Q: What actions can be taken through the provided Grievance Redressal link?
A: Grievances related to the scheme can be addressed through the Central Public Grievance Redressal and Monitoring System at https://wcd.py.gov.in/ta/central-public-grievance-redress-and-monitoring-system.
Q: How can applicants track the status of their BALIKA SAMRITHI YOJANA application?
A: Application status can be tracked online at https://edistrict.py.gov.in/User/TrackApplication.aspx.
Q: How is the financial assistance provided to eligible mothers?
A: Assistance is given in the form of a National Savings Certificate, valuing [?]500.
Q: Who are the targeted beneficiaries under the scheme?
A: The beneficiaries are girl children born on or after 15-8-97.
Eligibility Criteria
1
- The applicant should be a girl child born on or after 15-8-97.
2
- The annual income of the family of the applicant should not exceed ₹15,000.
3
- The applicant should be a citizen of India.
4
- The applicant should be a native of the Union Territory of Pondicherry by birth or continuous residence for not less than 3 years.
Benefits
Assistance of ₹500 in the form of a National Savings Certificate.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aadhaar Card. |
| 2 | Residence Certificate from the Revenue Department. |
| 3 | Income Certificate from the Revenue Department. |
| 4 | Passport-sized Photograph. |
| 5 | Declaration/Undertaking (if any). |
| 6 | Birth Certificate from the Municipality/Commune. |
| 7 | <br> |
| 8 | In the absence of an Aadhaar Card; the applicant is required to provide his/her Aadhaar Enrolment ID along with ANY ONE of the following documents - |
| 9 | Bank or Post Office Passbook with Photo. |
| 10 | Permanent Account Number (PAN) Card. |
| 11 | Passport. |
| 12 | Ration Card. |
| 13 | Voter Identity Card. |
| 14 | MGNREGA Card. |
| 15 | Kisan Photo Passbook. |
| 16 | Driving license issued by the Licensing Authority under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 (59 of 1988). |
| 17 | Certificate of identity having a photo of such person issued by a Gazetted Officer or a Tehsildar on an official letterhead. |
| 18 | Any other document as specified by the Department. |
How to Apply
1
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Office/ Sub-Office of the Department of Women and Child Development, and request the hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entr…
Offline OR The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form.
2
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
3
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Deputy Director (Women Development) or the Child Development Project Officer (depending on the location), at least 30 days before the proposed marriage date.
4
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if…
Offline Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
5
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Online Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
6
Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
Online Step 2: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, click "Register a New Membership".
7
Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declara…
Online Step 3: On the Registration Page, fill in all the mandatory fields: Username, Password, Confirm Password, Personal Details (Full Name, First Name, Email Address, Address, Current Address, Gender, Date of Birth, Mobile Number). Agree to the declaration. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Signup".
8
Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
Online Step 4: Visit the Official Website of the e-District Portal of the Government of Puducherry.
9
Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
Online Step 5: At the top right corner of the home page, click "Login". In the login screen, provide your Username and Password, fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Sign In".
10
Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
Online Step 6: On the next screen, a list of schemes by the Government of Puducherry will be displayed Department-wise.
11
Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
Online Step 7: Click on the scheme you wish to apply for. You will be taken to its online application form.
12
Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
Online Step 8: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a red asterisk) and upload all the mandatory documents (self-attest if required).
13
Step 9: Tick the declaration stating "I hereby declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct as per the best of my Knowledge". Submit the application and note the application number for tracking your application. The application nu…
Online *Track Your Application here * Access the User Manual for Online Application here
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, a driving license issued by the Licensing Authority is accepted as an alternative document if an Aadhaar Card is not available.
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