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Social welfare & Empowerment; Women and Child

Sponsorship Scheme (90% Centrally Funded)

The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to children upto age of 18 years, including those who have lost both parents, those whose main earning parent has died, & children who have suffered due to violation of laws, child labor, child trafficking, child marriage & similar circumstances.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Uttarakhand

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Beneficiaries are provided assistance of ₹4,000/- per month till the age of 18 years, directly deposited into their bank account.

Who can apply

The child/beneficiary must be a resident of Uttarakhand.; Children up to 18 years of age belonging to families with an annual income of up to ₹72,000/- in rural areas and ₹96,000/- in urban areas.; Children who have lost both parents/guardians.; Children covered under the PM CARES scheme, children belonging to families that have lost their primary breadwinner.; Children in conflict with the law (CCL).; Child labor victims, child trafficking victims, children affected by child marriage, POCSO victims, children registered on the Bal Swaraj Portal, as well as other children in need of care and protection.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

Who is eligible for the scheme?

Children who are residents of Uttarakhand, up to 18 years of age, belonging to families with annual income up to ₹72,000 (rural) or ₹96,000 (urban), and who meet specific conditions such as loss of parents, critical illness of parents, or victims of abuse or trafficking.

What is the financial assistance provided under the scheme?

Beneficiaries receive ₹4,000 per month, which is directly deposited into their bank account until they reach 18 years of age.

Where can I get the application form?

The application form can be obtained from the District Probation Office.

Where should the completed application be submitted?

The completed application, along with supporting documents, should be submitted to the District Probation Office.

Who approves the applications?

Applications are approved by a district-level committee headed by the District Magistrate.

Is every applicant guaranteed to receive the benefit?

No, benefits are given only to selected applicants, as the Government of India sets target limits for each district.

Is there a minimum or maximum age for children to apply?

Children must be up to 18 years of age to be eligible.

Are children from urban areas eligible?

Yes, children from both urban and rural areas are eligible, subject to income limits.