About this social welfare scheme
Under this scheme, the goal is to support girls from economically weaker families by providing assistance for transportation, enabling regular school attendance.
Mai Bhago Vidya Scheme aims to ensure that girl students continue their education beyond the primary level by promoting enrolment and reducing dropout rates at the senior secondary and higher secondary levels. The scheme is named after Mai Bhago, one of the bravest Sikh women warriors, who led Sikh soldiers against the Mughals in 1705 and emerged as a hero of the battle for her courage and leadership.
In Punjab, many girls discontinue their education after the 8th standard because schools are located far from their homes. Due to the lack of affordable transportation, it becomes difficult for them to commute to school, as most families in rural areas cannot afford vehicles or bicycles for their daughters. The Mai Bhago Vidya Scheme supports such school-going girls by providing assistance to help them continue their education.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Mai Bhago Vidya Scheme (MBVS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Department of Social Security and Development of Women and Children |
| Launch year | 2012 |
| Benefit type | In kind (goods, services or support, not cash) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Punjab |
| Official portal | sswcd.punjab.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| Age | 18 to 18 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤Female
- 🎂Age 18 to 18 years
- 💍Never Married
- 🎓Students only
- 🍚BPL only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Free bicycles are provided to all girl students of 9th to 12th classes.
Who qualifies
- Girl students should be residents of Punjab state.
- Girl students should be studying in standards 9th,10th, 11th, and 12th in the government school.
- Girl students should belong to those below the poverty line (BPL).
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- Applicants can also contact the principal of their concerned school regarding the Scheme.
- The application form will be provided by the concerned person.
- Fill up the application form and submit all the required Documents.
- Verification of the details of the applicant will be done by the concerned authority.
- After successful verification, the applicant can avail the benefit of the scheme.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 01 Jan 2012 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Mai Bhago Vidya Scheme ?
Mai Bhago Vidya Scheme helps those school-going girls who cannot afford vehicles.
What are the benefits under the scheme ?
Free bicycles are provided to all girl students.
Who can avail the benefits ?
Girl students should be in the 9th to 12th standard in the government school.
What is the financial eligibility criteria ?
Girl students should belong to those below the poverty line (BPL).
May Other State Residents Apply For The Scheme?
No, Girl students should be residents of Punjab state.
How to apply for the scheme ?
1. Applicants can also contact the principal of their concerned school regarding the Scheme.
2. The application form will be provided by the concerned person.
3. Fill up the application form and submit all the required Documents.
4. Verification of the details of the applicant will be done by the concerned authority.
5. After successful verification, the applicant can avail the benefit of the scheme.
What documents are the required for the scheme ?
1. Identity card such as Aadhaar card.
2. Resident proof.
3. BPL card.
4. Caste certificate if applicable.
5. School certificate.
May student also apply prior the 9th standard ?
No, students should be in 9th to 12th standards.
May Male Student Also Apply for the scheme ?
No, this scheme benefits will only to provided to girl students.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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