सुकन्या समृद्धि योजना · Finance
Tax-free savings scheme for the girl child.
Managed by: Ministry of Finance (Post Offices & Banks)
Ask anything about Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana — eligibility, documents, fees, timelines, official process.
Visit post office/bank
Any post office or authorised bank (SBI, PNB, HDFC, ICICI etc.).
Fill Form-1
Guardian fills SSY account opening form.
Initial deposit
Minimum ₹250, maximum ₹1.5 lakh per financial year.
Deposit for 15 years
Account matures in 21 years or on marriage after age 18.
Partial withdrawal
50% allowed for higher education after girl turns 18.
No, only resident Indian girls are eligible; account closes if she becomes NRI.
Yes, deposits qualify under Section 80C up to ₹1.5 lakh.