Bihar Parwarish Yojana

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

For any child, the care and protection of parents is the greatest form of security. But some children lose that protection far too early, while others have parents who - because of serious illness or difficult circumstances - are simply unable to raise them. Bihar Parwarish Yojana is the state government's answer to exactly this situation. The scheme is run by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Bihar, through the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) network. Its purpose is straightforward: to give orphaned, destitute, and vulnerable children - including those affected by HIV/AIDS, leprosy, or the incapacity of their parents - enough financial support to grow up with dignity within a family or community setting, rather than being sent to a childcare institution or orphanage.

Under the Parwarish scheme, every eligible child aged 0 to 18 years receives ₹1,000 per month. The amount is transferred directly through RTGS into a joint bank account opened in the name of the child and the guardian, ensuring the support reaches the family without delay or middlemen. The entire cost of the scheme is borne by the state government, making it a fully state-funded initiative that prioritises the child's day-to-day needs such as food, education and healthcare.

Importantly, the benefit is sanctioned for one year at a time and is automatically renewed each year until the child turns 18, provided there is no adverse report. The scheme continues to be actively implemented, and district-level special camps are still being organised for fresh enrolments, making it easier for eligible families to apply. These camps, held with the help of Anganwadi workers and local officials, also help in verifying documents and guiding guardians through the simple application process.

At its core, the scheme reflects a simple belief: a vulnerable child is best raised within a family or familiar community rather than an institution. Instead of placing orphaned or affected children in shelter homes, Bihar Parwarish Yojana provides regular, predictable financial support to the person already caring for the child - a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or other relative - so that money is never the reason a child's schooling, food, or basic needs are neglected. The scheme is implemented at the grassroots through the Anganwadi network under ICDS, which makes it accessible even in remote villages, and payments are routed through the banking system to keep the process transparent and accountable.

Scheme Benefits

The key benefits of Bihar Parwarish Yojana are:

• Under this scheme, ₹1,000 in monthly financial assistance is paid via RTGS into a joint bank account opened in the name of the child and the guardian.
• The entire cost of the scheme is borne by the Government of Bihar.
• Sanctioned for one year and automatically renewed every year until the child turns 18, provided there is no adverse report.
• Continuous support from age 0 to 18, subject to annual verification of eligibility.
• Active enrolment through special camps - district-level camps are organised from time to time to bring fresh eligible children under the scheme.
• Bihar Parwarish Scheme supports education and nutrition, helping cover the child's schooling, food, and basic needs.
• Priority for families facing serious illness, especially children affected by HIV/AIDS or Grade-II leprosy, either directly or through their parents.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the scheme, the child and guardian must meet the following conditions:

• The child must be between 0 and 18 years of age.
• The child and guardian must be permanent residents of Bihar.
• Qualifying categories (the child must fall into at least one):
  • Orphaned or destitute children who have lost their parents and are living with a relative or guardian.
  • Children who are themselves suffering from HIV/AIDS or Grade-II leprosy.
  • Children whose parents are affected by HIV/AIDS or Grade-II leprosy.
  • Children whose parents are deceased, mentally ill, severely disabled, imprisoned, or otherwise legally unable to provide care.
• The guardian's family must be listed below the poverty line (BPL), or have an annual family income below ₹60,000.

Required Documents

Keep the following documents ready when applying:

• Child’s birth certificate/age proof
• Aadhaar cards of child and guardian
• Death certificate of parents (in case of orphans)
• Relevant Disability/ Medical certificates (HIV/AIDS/leprosy)
• BPL Card or Income certificate
• Residential / domicile certificate of Bihar
• Joint bank account passbook (child + guardian) with IFSC
• Passport-size photographs
• Guardian’s identity proof and mobile number

Steps to Apply

The Bihar Parvarish Yojana follows an offline application process. Eligible applicants can apply by following the steps given below:

• The interested applicant should visit the nearest Anganwadi centre or the office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) in their area.
• Obtain the scheme's Application Form from the local Anganwadi Sevika (worker) or the Anganwadi centre.
• Fill in the form carefully with accurate details of the child and the guardian.
• Attach photocopies of all the required documents along with the form.
• Submit the completed form and documents to the Anganwadi Sevika. In HIV/AIDS-affected cases, the form is submitted directly to the CDPO office.
• Obtain a receipt or acknowledgement after submitting the form for future reference.

Post-Application Process

Once the application is submitted, the following steps take place at the department's end:

• The Anganwadi Sevika examines the form and related documents. She then sends it, along with her recommendations, to the Child Development Project Office within 15 days of receiving it.
• The Child Development Project Officer reviews the application and forwards it to the Sub-Divisional Officer for approval, usually within one week.
• After the Sub-Divisional Officer approves, the application is sent to the Assistant Director of the District Child Protection Unit for the next stages of processing and final action.

Note: For new eligible children, the department also organises district-level special camps from time to time, in addition to the regular Anganwadi route.

Relevant Links

• Bihar Parwarish Yojana Application Form
• Social Welfare Department, Bihar (official portal)
• Bihar Government Service Portal
• Guidelines of Bihar Parwarish Yojana

Contact Information

• Social Welfare Department, Bihar Helpline Number: 0612-221580