As the Centre’s Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) enters its 10th year in 2025, here’s a look at the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the popular savings scheme, including how many accounts a family can open.

Launched in January 2015 under the government’s ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ initiative, the SSY aims to help families secure their daughters’ future by encouraging long-term savings. According to a PIB release, more than 4.1 crore SSY accounts had been opened across India as of November 2024, reflecting the scheme’s widespread adoption.

Eligibility and Account Management

An SSY account can be opened by a legal guardian for a girl child up to 10 years of age. The account remains under the guardian’s control until the girl turns 18, after which she can take charge of it by su

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