Updated: 6 November 2026
In the hill villages of Uttarakhand, the birth of a daughter still brings two feelings at once. There is joy, and there is worry. The worry is about her studies, about the road ahead, and about whether the family will be able to support her education all the way. Every parent wants their daughter to study, grow, and stand on her own feet. But many times, a shortage of money comes in the way of that dream.
To reduce this worry, the Uttarakhand government runs a scheme that stands with the family at the two most important turning points in a daughter’s life. The first is the day she is born, and the second is the day she finishes school and steps into higher education. In this article, we explain the whole scheme in simple language. Where to apply, who can apply, which documents are needed, and which mistakes to avoid while applying, you will find all of it here.
Read the article till the end, because we have also added the questions that families ask most often. If you are a permanent resident of Uttarakhand and have a daughter at home, this information can be very useful for you.
Nanda Gaura Yojana 2026: At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme name | Nanda Gaura Yojana |
| Earlier name | Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana |
| State | Uttarakhand |
| Department | Women Empowerment and Child Development Department, Uttarakhand |
| Who benefits | Girl children who are permanent residents of Uttarakhand |
| Benefit stages | Two stages – at birth and after passing Class 12 |
| Total benefit | Rs 62,000 (both stages combined) |
| Limit per family | Maximum two girl children |
| How to apply | Online only; offline applications are not accepted |
| Official portal | nandagaurauk.in |
| Class 12 stage applications opened | 22 August 2026 |
| Class 12 stage last date | 30 November 2026 |
| Birth stage time limit | Within 6 months of birth |
What Is Nanda Gaura Yojana
Nanda Gaura Yojana is a girl-focused scheme of the Uttarakhand government. Its aim is clear: to make the birth of a daughter an occasion of happiness rather than a burden, and to stop a daughter’s education from ending midway for want of money. Under the scheme, a family gets financial help twice. The first help comes when a daughter is born. The second comes when she passes Class 12 and takes admission in higher education.
The scheme was earlier known as the Gaura Devi Kanya Dhan Yojana. It was later renamed Nanda Gaura Yojana. The name changed, but the purpose stayed the same: to support daughters from birth to education. Today the scheme runs under the Women Empowerment and Child Development Department of Uttarakhand, and all applications are filled online on the official portal nandagaurauk.in.
One special feature of the scheme is that the money is sent directly to the beneficiary’s bank account. There is no cash transaction in between. That is why filling the bank account details correctly is very important while applying. The account must be linked with Aadhaar. For the birth stage, a joint account of the parent or guardian with the baby girl is required, while for the Class 12 stage, the student’s own bank account is required.
In February 2026, about Rs 145.93 crore was sent directly to the accounts of 33,251 beneficiary girls under this scheme. This shows that the scheme is not just on paper; its benefit is actually reaching families.
How Much Help Is Given in Each Stage
The benefit under Nanda Gaura Yojana is given in two stages. The amount is different for each stage, and applications for the two stages have to be made at different times. The table below makes this clear.
| Stage | When it is given | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First stage | At the birth of the daughter | Rs 11,000 |
| Second stage | After passing Class 12 | Rs 51,000 |
| Total | Both stages combined | Rs 62,000 |
The first stage is linked to birth. The application must be made within 6 months of the daughter’s birth. If 6 months pass, the portal will not accept the application. So as soon as the birth certificate and the institutional delivery certificate are received, the family should start preparing the application.
The second stage is linked to Class 12. Every financial year, the last date for applications in this stage is fixed as 30 November. For girls who passed Class 12 this year, applications opened on 22 August 2026 and can be filled till 30 November 2026. Applications made after this date will not be accepted.
One more thing to know: the scheme runs on a first come, first served basis, subject to the availability of budget. So waiting for the last date is not wise. It is better to apply as soon as the documents are ready.
Note: the home page of the official portal lists the application dates and rules in detail, but it does not display a separate list of the rupee amounts. The amounts given above are as per the published guidelines of the scheme. Before applying, do check the information given on the portal once as well.
Who Can Apply: Eligibility
The benefit of this scheme is not open to every family. Some clear conditions have been fixed. Read them carefully before applying, because an application with wrong information is rejected.
- Permanent resident: The girl child must be a native or permanent resident of Uttarakhand. Residents of other states cannot take benefit under this scheme. A permanent residence certificate has to be submitted with the application.
- Two-daughter limit: Only up to two living girl children of a family can get the benefit of this scheme. An application for a third daughter will not be accepted.
- Birth stage condition: For the benefit at birth, the application must be made within 6 months of the girl’s birth. Applications made after 6 months will not be accepted.
- Class 12 stage condition: The second-stage benefit is given only to a girl who has passed Class 12 (Intermediate). Documents of admission in higher education are also asked for, which means admission in a graduation or diploma course is required.
- Unmarried: For the second stage, the affidavit must state that the daughter taking the benefit is unmarried.
- Income limit: The annual income of the family should not be more than Rs 72,000, which is about Rs 6,000 per month. An income certificate has to be submitted with the application.
- Bank account: The bank account must be active and linked with Aadhaar. For the birth stage, a joint account of the parent or guardian with the baby is needed, while for the Class 12 stage, the student’s own account is needed. A Jan Dhan account should not be given.
- One application per stage: If an application is made more than once for the same girl for the same stage, the application will be rejected.
If your family meets these conditions, you can apply. If any condition is not met, try to complete it before applying, for example by getting an income certificate or a residence certificate made.
Documents Needed for the Birth Stage
For an application at the birth of a daughter, the portal gives a long list of documents. Keep all of them ready in advance, so that you do not have to stop midway while filling the form. Every document must not be more than 200 KB in size and must be clearly readable. If a document is blurred or unreadable, the application can be rejected.
- Latest passport-size photo of the baby girl
- Signature of the mother, father, or guardian
- Permanent residence certificate
- Copy of the family register or a certificate given by the ward member or councillor
- Copy of the ration card
- Institutional delivery certificate
- Birth registration certificate
- Income certificate
- Aadhaar card of the mother and father or guardian
- House tax given by the urban or rural local body, or rent agreement papers; if not available, a certificate given by the gram pradhan or councillor for not paying house tax
- PAN card of the mother and father or guardian
- Certificate given by the Anganwadi worker
- Mother and child protection card or MCP (immunisation) card
- Copy of the bank passbook of all family members and a copy of the bank statement of the last one year
- Copy of the assessment of the family’s position in the Socio Economic and Caste Census (SECC), if available
- An affidavit stating that this benefit is being taken by the first or second daughter and that details of all the family’s accounts have been given
- Copy of the family’s electricity bills of the last three times and the water bill of the last one time; if there is no connection, it must be mentioned in the affidavit
Documents Needed for the Class 12 Stage
For an application after passing Class 12, the list of documents is slightly different. It also includes certificates related to studies.
- Latest passport-size photo of the student
- Signature of the student and signature of the mother, father, or guardian
- High school certificate
- Class 12 mark sheet and certificate; for those who passed from the National Institute of Open Schooling or another institution, a self-attested copy of the mark sheet
- Aadhaar card of the student and of the mother and father or guardian
- PAN card of the student and of the mother and father or guardian
- Permanent residence certificate of the student
- House tax or rent agreement papers; if not available, a certificate given by the gram pradhan or councillor for not paying house tax
- Income certificate
- Copy of the family register or a certificate given by the ward member or councillor, and a copy of the ration card; the girl’s name must be entered in the ration card
- Copy of the assessment of the family’s position in the Socio Economic and Caste Census, if available
- Copy of the family’s electricity bills of the last three times and the water bill of the last one time
- An affidavit stating that this benefit is being taken by the first or second daughter and that the daughter is unmarried
- Photocopy of the bank passbook of the beneficiary girl
- Copy of the bank passbook of all family members and a copy of the bank statement of the last one year
- Complete documents of admission in higher education
- Certificate of passing Class 12 issued by the principal, only for institutional students; for students of private schools, a certificate registered under RTE
- Certificate given by the Anganwadi worker
For girl students living in a girls’ home, nari niketan, or orphanage, the list of documents is different. They also have to give a certificate issued by the superintendent of the institution and a certificate of being unmarried. Such students should read the third list given on the portal carefully.
How to Apply Online: Step by Step
Nanda Gaura Yojana has been made fully online. Offline applications are not accepted in any case. So fill the form only on the official portal nandagaurauk.in. There is no need to pay any agent or middleman to get the form filled. Follow the steps given below in order.
Step 1: Open the portal. Open the official portal nandagaurauk.in on your mobile or computer. The instructions to be read before applying are given on the home page of the portal. Read them carefully before filling the form, because all the conditions and time limits are written in them.
Step 2: Register. If you are applying for the first time, register on the portal as a new user. Fill in your correct information and keep the login details safe. This same login will be useful later to check the status of the application.
Step 3: Choose the right stage. There are separate applications on the portal for the birth stage and the Class 12 stage. Choose the right stage as per your daughter’s situation. Choosing the wrong stage will make the application wrong.
Step 4: Fill in the details. Fill the application form with the daughter’s name, date of birth, parents’ names, address, income, and bank account details, completely and correctly. If incomplete or wrong information is filled in, the application will be rejected. Check every detail twice before submitting the form.
Step 5: Upload the documents. Upload all the documents for your stage as per the lists given above. Every document should be smaller than 200 KB and clearly readable. The photo and signature should also be clear.
Step 6: Check the bank account details. Fill the bank account number and IFSC code carefully. The account must be linked with Aadhaar and active. Give a joint account for the birth stage and the student’s own account for the Class 12 stage. Do not give a Jan Dhan account.
Step 7: Submit the form and keep the receipt. After checking all the information and documents, submit the form. Keep the application number or receipt received after submission safe. This number will be useful later to know the status of the application.
Step 8: Keep checking the status. After applying, the status of the application can be seen on the portal with the same login. If the department needs any more documents, the information will appear on the portal. So keep checking the portal from time to time after applying.
Mistakes to Avoid While Applying
Every year, many applications are rejected because of small mistakes. You can keep your application safe by avoiding the mistakes given below.
- Wrong or incomplete information: A mistake in the name, date of birth, or address in the form is the biggest reason for rejection. Fill the information only after matching it with the documents.
- Blurred documents: Do not upload a document bigger than 200 KB or one that cannot be read clearly. Open every document and check it before uploading.
- Wrong bank account: Giving a closed account, a wrong account number, or a Jan Dhan account can block the money. Make sure the account is active and linked with Aadhaar.
- Delaying the application: Applications will not be accepted after 6 months in the birth stage and after 30 November in the Class 12 stage. Do not wait for the last day.
- Two applications for the same stage: Applying more than once for the same girl for the same stage leads to rejection of the application.
- Filling an offline form: The scheme is fully online. A form filled on paper will not be accepted in any case.
- Paying someone: This scheme is free. If any person asks for money in the name of the application, it can be a fraud. Use only the official portal.
How to Check the Application Status
After submitting the form, log in to the official portal nandagaurauk.in with your login details to know the status of the application. The current status of your application will be shown there. If there is any shortcoming in the application, the department will send information about it. In such a case, submit the asked-for documents or information on time. Do not trust any other website or person to get information about the status of the application.
Important Things to Know About Nanda Gaura Yojana
To understand this scheme, a few more things are worth knowing. First, this scheme is only for the daughters of Uttarakhand. Second, the benefit is given only twice, not at any stage in between. Third, to get the second-stage benefit, passing Class 12 alone is not enough; admission in higher education is also needed. Fourth, the scheme runs on a first come, first served basis, so applying on time is the wisest step.
If there are Anganwadi workers in your village or town, you can also take help from them. The certificate given by the Anganwadi worker is among the documents needed for the application, and they can also give information about the application process.
It is also useful to know about other schemes related to the education of daughters. The central government’s Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme works on the education and safety of daughters, and the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana is a good way to save for a daughter’s future. Read more about Beti Bachao Beti Padhao on our site: Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Yojana 2026. Students looking for scholarship support after Class 12 can also read: SVMCM Scholarship 2026-27.
Important Links
| Work | Link |
|---|---|
| Official portal – apply online | nandagaurauk.in |
| Women Empowerment and Child Development Department, Uttarakhand | wecd.uk.gov.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much total help is given under Nanda Gaura Yojana?
A total of Rs 62,000 is given. Rs 11,000 at the birth of the daughter and Rs 51,000 after passing Class 12. Separate applications have to be made for the two stages.
What is the last date for Class 12 stage applications?
Every financial year, the last date for second-stage applications is fixed as 30 November. For this year, applications opened on 22 August 2026 and can be filled till 30 November 2026. Applications made after this date will not be accepted.
By when must the application be made after the birth of a daughter?
The application must be made within 6 months of birth. After 6 months, the application will not be accepted, so start preparing the application as soon as the birth certificate is received.
How many daughters of one family can get the benefit?
Only up to two living girl children of one family can get the benefit of this scheme. An application for a third daughter will not be accepted.
Can an offline application be made for this scheme?
No. This scheme has been made fully online. Offline applications will not be accepted in any case. Apply only on the official portal nandagaurauk.in.
Is admission in higher education needed for the Class 12 stage?
Yes. The documents asked for on the portal also include complete documents of admission in higher education. So after passing Class 12, admission in a graduation or diploma course is needed.
What is the most common reason for rejection of an application?
Wrong or incomplete information, blurred documents bigger than 200 KB, a wrong bank account, and applying after the time limit are the most common reasons. Check every detail and document twice before submitting the form.
Is any fee to be paid for the scheme?
No. The application is free. If any person asks for money in the name of the application, do not trust them and use only the official portal.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only. The rules of the scheme can change from time to time. Before applying, do check the latest information given on the official portal nandagaurauk.in. GramSuvidha is a private information portal, not a government website.
