WomenCentral Government| Ministry of Finance
Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
Key Benefit
Government-backed savings for the girl child, EEE tax status, partial withdrawal at 18
Up to Rs 1,50,000
About This Scheme
A long-term, tax-advantaged savings account for the girl child. Parents or guardians open the account before the girl turns 10, deposit up to Rs 1.5 lakh per year, and the corpus matures 21 years after account opening with partial withdrawal allowed for higher education at 18.
Eligibility Criteria
| Gender | Female only |
Official Links
Last verified: 27 May 2026
Source: Official reference
Disclaimer: This information is sourced from official government websites and is provided for reference only. Eligibility criteria and benefits may change. Always verify details on the official website before applying.
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