A family from Murshidabad applied for Rupashree Prakalpa two months before their daughter’s wedding. Block office submitted. Waiting.
Wedding day arrived. No payment yet.
They did not know there was a way to check status — through the same Block office, and through the district portal.
They followed up with the BDO. Application was “Approved” — but bank account name was slightly different from Aadhaar.
Correction took three days. ₹25,000 arrived before the final wedding ceremony.
Rupashree Prakalpa (রূপশ্রী প্রকল্প) — launched by West Bengal Government on February 1, 2018. A one-time ₹25,000 marriage grant for daughters of economically weaker families. Over 12 lakh families have benefited since launch.
This guide focuses on what people are searching most right now — status check — along with the application process.
💡 Quick Answer: Rupashree Prakalpa Status Check: → Contact your Block Development Officer (BDO) office with Application Receipt → Or check via district portal if available in your district Application: Offline — BDO office (Rural) or SDO office (Urban) Amount: ₹25,000 — one-time, before marriage Helpline: 1800-345-5505 (WB Govt Helpline)
⚡ Key Point — Status Check: There is no single centralised online portal for Rupashree status check in 2026. Fastest method: Visit your BDO/SDO office with Application Receipt Number → They can check status on the district database. Or call WB Helpline: 1800-345-5505
What is Rupashree Prakalpa? (রূপশ্রী প্রকল্প কী?)
Rupashree Prakalpa is a West Bengal Government marriage assistance scheme launched on February 1, 2018 by CM Mamata Banerjee. It provides a one-time grant of ₹25,000 to economically weaker families for the marriage of their daughters.
Key facts:
- Launched: February 1, 2018
- Amount: ₹25,000 (one-time, before wedding)
- Managed by: Department of Women and Child Development & Social Welfare, WB
- Over 12 lakh+ families benefited since launch
- Transferred directly to daughter’s bank account — DBT
Eligibility (যোগ্যতার মানদণ্ড)
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| State | West Bengal resident (5+ years or born in WB) |
| Income | Family annual income ≤ ₹1.5 lakh |
| Age of bride | 18 years or older at time of marriage |
| Marriage | First marriage of the girl |
| Education | Minimum 10th standard (Madhyamik) pass |
| Bank account | Active account in daughter’s name (Aadhaar-linked) |
| Daughters | Scheme available for up to 2 daughters per family |
⚡ Important 2026 note: Application must be submitted at least 30 days before the wedding — ideally 60 days. Late applications (after marriage) are NOT accepted.
Status Check — How to Track Your Application
Method 1 — BDO/SDO Office (Most Reliable)
Step 1: Collect your Application Receipt (দেওয়া হয়েছে রসিদ) from when you applied.
Step 2: Visit the Block Development Officer (BDO) office — Rural areas Or Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) office — Urban/Town areas
Step 3: Show your Application Receipt Number
Step 4: BDO/SDO staff can check status on the district management system:
- Application received
- Verified by officer
- Approved
- Payment released/pending
Method 2 — WB Government Helpline
📞 1800-345-5505 (Toll Free)
Call with your Application Number and personal details — helpline can provide status update.
Method 3 — District Portal (Some Districts)
Some West Bengal districts have their own online portals. Check your district’s official website for any online status tracking.
Status Meanings:
| Status | Meaning | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Application Received | Submitted — under review | Wait 15-30 days |
| Verified | Officer verified documents | Wait for approval |
| Approved | ✅ Ready for payment | Confirm bank details |
| Payment Released | ✅ ₹25,000 sent to bank | Check account |
| On Hold | Document issue | Visit BDO office |
| Rejected | Eligibility issue | See reason, appeal |
Application Form — How to Get and Apply
Where to Get Form (আবেদন ফর্ম কোথায় পাবেন?)
The Rupashree Prakalpa application form is available free of cost from:
- Rural areas: Block Development Officer (BDO) office
- Urban/Town areas: Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) office
- Kolkata Municipal Corporation area: Commissioner’s office
⚡ Form PDF: While the form is officially collected from BDO/SDO offices, you can search for “Rupashree Prakalpa form PDF” on your district official website. Always verify the form is the latest version.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Step 1: Collect application form from BDO/SDO office
Step 2: Fill form carefully — all details must match Aadhaar
Step 3: Attach required documents
Step 4: Submit to BDO/SDO office
Step 5: Collect Receipt — keep it safely. You will need it for status check.
Step 6: Apply at least 30-60 days before wedding date
Step 7: ₹25,000 is transferred to daughter’s bank account before the marriage
⚡ Timing is critical: Grant is released before marriage. If you apply too late, money may not arrive in time.
Documents Required (প্রয়োজনীয় কাগজপত্র)
- 📄 Aadhaar Card — daughter (bride)
- 📄 Age proof — birth certificate or 10th marksheet
- 📄 10th Marksheet (Madhyamik or equivalent) — mandatory
- 📄 Income Certificate — family annual income ≤ ₹1.5 lakh (from BDO/local authority)
- 📄 Bank Passbook — daughter’s account (Aadhaar-linked, nationalized bank)
- 📄 Residence proof — ration card / voter ID showing WB domicile
- 📄 Marriage invitation card or marriage notice
- 📄 Passport size photographs
- 📄 Ration Card of family
⚡ Bank account must be in daughter’s name — not mother’s, not father’s. Joint accounts are not accepted.
Common Problems and Solutions
Problem 1: Payment not received after “Approved” status
Most common reason: Bank account name mismatch with Aadhaar, or account inactive.
Fix: Visit BDO office → Request bank details re-verification → Correct mismatch → Payment processed in next cycle.
Problem 2: Application rejected — income certificate issue
Income certificate must be from BDO/local authority and must show income ≤ ₹1.5 lakh.
Fix: Get fresh income certificate → Re-apply in next cycle.
Problem 3: Applied but no receipt given
Receipt is mandatory proof. If you did not receive one — visit the office immediately and request a receipt with stamped acknowledgement.
Problem 4: Applied too late — marriage already happened
Applications AFTER marriage are not accepted. For future reference — apply 60 days before wedding.
Rupashree vs Kanyashree — What is the Difference?
Many people confuse these two WB schemes. They are different:
| Rupashree Prakalpa | Kanyashree Prakalpa | |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Marriage grant | Education grant (to delay marriage) |
| Amount | ₹25,000 one-time | ₹750/year + ₹25,000 at 18 |
| Who | Families at time of marriage | Girls 13-18 in school |
| When | Before marriage (30-60 days) | During school years |
| Condition | Marriage 18+, 10th pass | Staying in school unmarried |
| Apply | BDO/SDO office | School → online portal |
⚡ Both are WB Government schemes — but for completely different purposes and timelines. Rupashree = marriage support. Kanyashree = education support to prevent early marriage.
Official Links & Contact
| Task | Contact / Link |
|---|---|
| WB Helpline | 1800-345-5505 (Toll Free) |
| WB Women & Child Dept | wbwcd.gov.in |
| WB Government | wb.gov.in |
| BDO Office locator | Contact your district collector’s office |
| Kanyashree Portal | wbkanyashree.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
Rupashree Prakalpa status check kaise karein? (রূপশ্রী স্ট্যাটাস চেক) BDO/SDO office mein jaayein Application Receipt Number leke → Status check karwayein. Ya WB helpline 1800-345-5505 par call karein.
Rupashree Prakalpa form PDF kahan milega? BDO/SDO office se free mein milta hai. Kuch district official websites par bhi available hai — “Rupashree Prakalpa form [your district name]” search karein.
Amount kabtak aata hai? Application approved hone ke baad — marriage date se pehle — DBT se daughter ke bank account mein.
Apply karne ki last date kya hai? Koi fixed last date nahi — par marriage date se at least 30 days pehle apply karna zaroori hai. 60 days advance better hai.
Kya Kolkata mein bhi yeh scheme hai? Haan — Kolkata Municipal Corporation area mein Commissioner’s office mein apply karein.
Agar bank account joint hai toh chalega? Nahi — account sirf daughter ke naam par hona chahiye. Joint account accepted nahi.
Kanyashree lene ke baad Rupashree bhi milegi? Haan — dono different schemes hain. Kanyashree education ke liye hai, Rupashree marriage ke liye. Dono simultaneously possible.
Final Note
That Murshidabad family — ₹25,000 arrived three days before the wedding ceremony. Bank account correction done. Wedding celebrated without financial stress.
“বিয়ের আগে টাকা এসেছিল — মনে শান্তি ছিল।” (Money came before the wedding — there was peace of mind.)
If you are planning a daughter’s marriage in West Bengal — apply for Rupashree Prakalpa at least 60 days before the wedding date.
Visit your nearest BDO or SDO office for the form. Documents keep ready. Apply early.
Based on official information from West Bengal Department of Women and Child Development & Social Welfare. Scheme procedures may vary by district — always verify with your local BDO/SDO office.