Introduction Mukhyamantri Kishori Swasthya Karyakram is an initiative of the Education Department, Government of Bihar, aimed at promoting menstrual hygiene among adolescent girls. Under the scheme, eligible girl students studying in Classes 7 to 12 receive financial assistance for purchasing sanitary napkins. The assistance amount is transferred directly into the beneficiary's bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system. The scheme covers students enrolled in government schools, aided schools, and aided minority institutions as per applicable government guidelines. The programme also focuses on creating awareness about menstrual health, personal hygiene, and healthy practices among school-going girls. Benefits Annual financial assistance of ₹300 for sanitary napkins. Amount transferred directly through DBT. Supports menstrual hygiene management among adolescent girls. Covers eligible students of Classes 7 to 12. Applicable in government and aided educational institutions. Promotes health awareness and regular school attendance. Eligibility Applicant must be a resident of Bihar. Must be a girl student studying in Class 7 to Class 12. Should be enrolled in a government school, aided school, or aided minority institution. Must fulfill eligibility conditions prescribed by the Education Department. Attendance requirements, if applicable, must be satisfied. Documents Aadhaar Card. Residence Certificate. Bank Passbook (first page copy). School enrollment details. Any additional documents required by the school or department. Process to Apply Student should be enrolled in an eligible school. Submit Aadhaar and bank account details if requested by the school. School prepares the list of eligible beneficiaries. Beneficiary details are forwarded to the concerned education authorities. Verification is conducted by the department. Approved assistance amount is credited to the student's bank account through DBT. Students can verify payment through bank passbook or banking services. Important Links and Contact Education Department, Bihar Scheme Guidelines Toll-Free Helpline: 14417 Toll-Free Helpline: 18003454417 FAQs Q1. What is Bihar Mukhyamantri Kishori Swasthya Karyakram?It is a scheme that provides financial assistance to eligible girl students for purchasing sanitary napkins. Q2. How much assistance is provided under the scheme?Eligible beneficiaries receive ₹300 per year. Q3. Who can avail the scheme benefit?Girl students studying in Classes 7 to 12 in eligible schools can receive benefits. Q4. Is the assistance provided monthly?No, the amount is provided annually. Q5. How is the benefit amount transferred?The assistance is transferred directly into the beneficiary's bank account through DBT. Q6. Is a separate application required?No, beneficiary processing is generally carried out through the school system. Q7. Which documents are required?Aadhaar Card, residence proof and bank account details are generally required. Q8. Which classes are covered under the scheme?Students studying from Class 7 to Class 12 are covered. Q9. How can students check payment status?Payment can be verified through a bank passbook, SMS alerts, mobile banking or the concerned bank branch. Q10. Which department implements the scheme?The scheme is implemented by the Education Department, Government of Bihar.