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Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Scheme

#Girl Child#Financial Assistance#Empowerment#Higher Education

About this scheme

The "Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Scheme" has been launched by the Department of Women and Child Development, Delhi. The scheme aims to enhance the social status of the girl child, ensure her education, promote empowerment, and provide long-term financial security.

Objectives of the scheme:

  • Enhance the social status of the girl child in society as well as within the family.
  • Ensure proper education and empowerment of the girl child.
  • Encourage continuation of education among girl children.
  • Ensure long-term financial security to girl children.
  • Protect the girl child from discrimination and deprivation.

Benefits

Financial Assistance (Stage-wise Detailed Structure)

At Birth

  • ₹11,000 deposited with milestone ‘B’, redeemable at 18 or 21 years

School Education Milestones

  • ₹5,000 at admission in Class I (Milestone ‘O’)
  • ₹5,000 at admission in Class VI (Milestone ‘S’)
  • ₹5,000 at admission in Class IX (Milestone ‘N’)
  • ₹5,000 at admission in Class XI or Polytechnic/ITI after Class X (Milestone ‘t’)
  • ₹5,000 at admission in Class XII (Milestone ‘T’)

Higher Education / Skill Development

  • ₹10,000 for 1-year Diploma (Milestone ‘D’)
  • ₹20,000 for 2-year Diploma (₹10,000 each year – Milestones ‘d1’ and ‘d2’)
  • ₹20,000 for 3-year Diploma (₹5,000 + ₹5,000 + ₹10,000 – Milestones ‘D1’, ‘D2’, ‘D3’)
  • ₹20,000 for 3-year Graduation (₹5,000 + ₹5,000 + ₹10,000 – Milestones ‘G1’, ‘G2’, ‘G3’)
  • ₹25,000 for 4-year Graduation (₹5,000 + ₹5,000 + ₹5,000 + ₹10,000 – Milestones ‘H1’, ‘H2’, ‘H3’, ‘H4’)

Conditions

  • The financial assistance is non-transferable and non-refundable
  • The amount cannot be withdrawn prematurely
  • No loan or credit facility is allowed against the deposited amount
  • The girl must remain unmarried until 18 years of age
  • Immunization compliance is mandatory at all stages
  • Failure to renew milestones may lead to the discontinuation of benefits

Mode of Disbursement

  • Funds are deposited in the name of the girl child
  • Managed through an authorized banking partner
  • Final maturity amount is credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account
  • Valid until completion of milestones or attainment of 21 years

Who is Eligible

  1. The applicant should be a girl child born in Delhi.
  2. The applicant should possess a birth certificate issued by the Registrar (Births and Deaths) of Delhi.
  3. The applicant should be a bonafide resident of Delhi for at least 3 years preceding the application.
  4. The applicant’s family annual income should not exceed ₹1,20,000.
  5. The benefit is limited to two girl children per family.
  6. The applicant should be studying in a Government, Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC), or government-recognized school in Delhi.
  7. The applicant should apply within 1 year of birth or within 90 days of admission at the applicable stages.
  8. The girl child can be registered under the scheme within one year of birth or at the time of admission in Class 1st, 6th, 9th, 11th or after passing class 10th upon admission to Polytechnic/ITI courses (anywhere in India); or upon admission to Graduation/Diploma courses after passing 12th.1. The applicant must be pursuing a professional diploma in any Government-recognised or affiliated university, college, or institution, or under any other Government body (State/Central), anywhere in India.
  9. The applicant must be pursuing graduation in any university, college, or institution affiliated with or recognised by the UGC or any other Government body, anywhere in India.
  10. The applicant should remain unmarried until attaining 18 years of age.
  11. The applicant should fulfill immunization requirements as per the government norms.

For girl child residing in any Government run and Licensed Child Care Institutions (CCIs) located in Delhi, where guardian is the State:

  1. The incharge of the institution will be the guardian of the girl child.
  2. The conditions of the family residing in Delhi for three years and family income limit shall be exempted in such cases.
  3. The birth place of the girl child shall also be exempted.
  4. The Aadhar card of girl child and the Aadhaar card of the incharge (at the time of registration) of the CCI being guardian shall be considered under required documents.
  5. This is applicable to only long term cases (residents) who are school going.

How to Apply

Online

Registration Process:

Step 01: The parent/guardian should visit the "Delhi Lakhpati Bitiya Scheme" official website.
Step 02: Click on the "Sign Up for Parent or Guardian."
Step 03: Fill out the registration form: parent/guardian name, mobile number, email ID, etc.
Step 04: Enter the captcha code and submit**.**

Application Process:

Step 01: Log in to the official portal using the registered mobile number and captcha.
Step 02: The applicant should fill in the complete application form with details such as personal information, family income, educational details, and Aadhaar information.
Step 03: The applicant should upload all required documents, including birth certificate, residence proof, Aadhaar, and school certificates.

NOTE:

  • The applicant should submit the application within the prescribed timeline, that is within 1 year of birth or 90 days from admission at any milestone.
  • Upon completion of Class XII and attaining 18 years, or completion of graduation/diploma and attaining 21 years, the maturity process will be initiated.
  • The final accumulated amount will be credited directly into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the girl child.
  • Upon completion of Class XII and attaining 18 years, or completion of graduation/diploma and attaining 21 years, the maturity process will be initiated.
  • The final accumulated amount will be credited directly into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the girl child.

Documents Required

  • Proof Of Residence (Ration Card / Voter Identity Card / Other Valid Proof Showing 3 Years Residence)
  • Birth Certificate of the Girl Child (issued by Registrar (Births & Deaths) of the National Capital Territory of Delhi)
  • Joint Photograph of the Parents and Girl Child
  • Self- declaration by the parents regarding family's annual income and marital status of the girl
  • Admission Certificate/ Bonafide Certificate (from a Govt./MCD/NDMC or Govt. recognised school/ Government recognised & affiliated university/college/institutions affiliated/recognized by UGC/ or any other government body any other Government body.
  • Certificate From Principal (For Delhi Private School Students, Attested By District Education Officer)
  • Immunization Certificate as per Government Norms
  • Bank Account Details (Aadhaar Linked)
  • Any other documents as required

Who Is Not Eligible


Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the scheme?

Girl children born in Delhi who meet income, education, and residence criteria are eligible.

What is the income limit for eligibility?

The annual family income should not exceed ₹1,20,000.

How many girls per family can benefit?

A maximum of two girl children per family can avail benefits.

Is the scheme applicable for higher education?

Yes, the scheme provides benefits for diploma and graduation courses.

Is Aadhaar mandatory for application?

Yes, Aadhaar is mandatory for identification and payment purposes.

When can the maturity amount be withdrawn?

The maturity amount can be withdrawn after 18 years or 21 years depending on education completion.

Can the amount be withdrawn before maturity?

No, premature withdrawal of the amount is not allowed.

What happens if the girl marries before 18 years?

She becomes ineligible and all benefits are discontinued.

Is immunization required under the scheme?

Yes, immunization as per government norms is mandatory.

How are payments made under the scheme?

Payments are credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary.

Can existing Ladli Scheme beneficiaries continue?

Yes, they can continue for higher education benefits under this scheme.

Who verifies the application?

The District Women and Child Development Officer verifies the application.

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