Here is the whole scheme in one place: what you get, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to check.
| Scheme | Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) |
|---|---|
| Ministry | Ministry of Women and Child Development, with Health and Education ministries, Govt of India |
| Benefit | Awareness, girls' education and health support, and better welfare services; no fixed cash amount for every family |
| Who it is for | Girls and their families, across all districts of India |
| How it is delivered | Through district administrations, schools, health services and community programmes |
| Apply at | wcd.gov.in, your district Women and Child Development office, or the nearest anganwadi or school |
| Cost to apply | Free |
Key points
- It is a campaign and welfare drive for girls, not a single cash scheme.
- It was launched on 22 January 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- It works on child sex ratio, girls' survival, safety and education.
- Check with your local office for the services available in your district.
So what does a girl or family actually get?
Beti Bachao Beti Padhao is mainly a campaign, not a fixed cash payment to every family.
Its benefits come through better welfare services for girls. These cover education, health and safety in your district.
Schools, health centres and anganwadis deliver many of these services. The exact support depends on your state and district.
For the latest facilities and any cash support under related programmes, check wcd.gov.in. Amounts and rules can change, so confirm there.
Who is this for, and is there any rule to check?
The scheme is for girls across India. It is not limited to a single state.
It focuses on districts where the child sex ratio was low, but now it covers all districts.
There is no income limit for the campaign itself. Specific services in your area may have their own rules.
Why was this scheme started?
The child sex ratio in India fell sharply. In the 2011 census, it was 919 girls per 1,000 boys in the age group 0 to 6 years.
Sex-selective abortion and deep gender bias were major causes. Dowry pressure was also often blamed.
The scheme was launched in 100 gender-critical districts first. It later expanded to all districts.
Graphic: News Anek, from the facts in this report
What documents should you keep ready?
For a girl's school admission or health service, keep her birth certificate and Aadhaar card.
Keep the parents' Aadhaar card and a mobile number. Bring bank details if a payment is involved.
Your local office may ask for other papers, so call ahead before you go.
How can you get the benefits of this campaign?
Visit wcd.gov.in to read about the scheme and its current programmes.
You can also visit your district Women and Child Development office. Ask about girls' education and health services.
Anganwadi workers and school teachers can also guide you to the right service.
Are there offline ways to apply?
Yes. Most support is available offline, through your district office, anganwadi, school or health centre.
Go in person with your documents and explain what you need. Staff can tell you which service applies to your case.
What if the service is not reaching you?
First, ask the district Women and Child Development office about the services available for girls.
If you have a complaint, you can raise it through the grievance system on the official portal at wcd.gov.in.
Be careful of anyone who asks for money to get a girl enrolled or a benefit approved. Government services should be free.
Any final tips?
Keep copies of every document you submit, and note the date and office name.
Do not trust agents or middlemen who promise cash under this campaign.
Always confirm the latest details on wcd.gov.in before you act.
Official links
This guide is based on official scheme rules. Rules and amounts can change, so always confirm on the official website before you apply. News Anek is not a government website.
