Benefit Amount
Free sanitary napkin kits distributedService
ℹAbout KCR Kit Scheme
The KCR Kit Scheme is a health initiative by the Telangana State Government aimed at providing free sanitary napkins and menstrual hygiene kits to adolescent girls and women. The scheme ensures dignified menstrual health management by distributing quality sanitary products at no cost to eligible beneficiaries. The primary objective is to improve menstrual hygiene awareness, reduce absenteeism in schools due to menstruation, and empower girls by addressing period poverty. The kits contain essential menstrual hygiene products and are distributed through government schools, colleges, and health centers across Telangana. This initiative promotes gender equality and ensures that financial constraints do not hinder girls' education and participation in social activities.
Source: official scheme page · last checked 26 Apr 2026
Ministry
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Telangana State Government
✓Who Is Eligible?
The KCR Kit Scheme is open to adolescent girls and women aged 12 to 49 years who are studying in government schools and colleges across Telangana state. There are no income or caste-based restrictions, making this scheme universally accessible to all eligible students regardless of their financial background or social category. The main eligibility requirement is active enrollment in a government educational institution within Telangana, whether it is a government school or government college. Girls younger than 12 years or women older than 49 years are not eligible for this scheme. The scheme specifically targets students to ensure they do not face any barriers to education due to period poverty or lack of access to menstrual hygiene products. Non-resident students studying in Telangana government institutions are also eligible. There are no occupation-based restrictions or employment criteria to meet. Whether you belong to the general category, SC, ST, or OBC, you can avail of this scheme. The primary focus is on ensuring all adolescent girls and women in government educational institutions have access to quality menstrual hygiene products at no cost, promoting educational continuity and improving overall health and dignity.
📝How to Apply for KCR Kit Scheme
The KCR Kit Scheme does not require a formal online application process. Instead, eligible girls and women receive free sanitary napkin kits directly through their schools, colleges, or nearby health centers in Telangana. Here are the simple steps to get your kit: First, confirm that you are studying in a government school or college in Telangana and fall within the age group of 12 to 49 years. Second, visit your school or college office during working hours and inquire about the KCR Kit distribution schedule. Third, keep your School or College ID ready as you will need to show it to verify your enrollment status. Fourth, bring your Aadhaar Card or Birth Certificate as proof of identity and age when collecting the kit. Fifth, approach the designated distribution center in your school, college, or nearby government health center on the scheduled distribution date. Sixth, submit your required documents for verification by the authorized officials. Finally, collect your free sanitary napkin kit once your eligibility is confirmed. If you need more information about distribution dates and locations in your area, contact your school office or visit the official Telangana government website at www.telangana.gov.in for updates.
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?Frequently Asked Questions
1Who is eligible for the KCR Kit Scheme?
Adolescent girls aged 12-49 years studying in government schools and colleges in Telangana are eligible for this scheme. Women from all categories including General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS are included. There is no income restriction for availing benefits under this scheme.
2What is included in the KCR Kit?
The KCR Kit contains free sanitary napkins and other essential menstrual hygiene products. The kits are designed to promote menstrual health awareness and provide quality products at no cost to beneficiaries. Additional educational materials on menstrual hygiene may also be included.
3How can I obtain the KCR Kit?
Eligible girls can obtain the KCR Kit directly from their school or college through designated distribution centers. Students need to produce their school/college ID and may need to register with the health center or school authorities. Distribution is done free of cost at government schools and healthcare facilities across Telangana.
4Is there any age limit for receiving the kit?
The scheme targets adolescent girls from age 12 onwards and extends benefits to women up to 49 years of age. School and college-going girls are the primary beneficiaries, though the scheme aims to cover all eligible women in the state.
5What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to address period poverty, promote menstrual hygiene awareness, reduce school absenteeism among girls, and empower women through access to affordable menstrual health products. It also helps eliminate stigma associated with menstruation in society.