Are you a woman residing in Maharashtra looking for support? The Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana—launched in 2024—offers ₹1,500 per month to eligible women, empowering financial independence and dignity. This guide breaks down everything you need to know in an easy, conversational way, so you can understand your eligibility, application process, benefits, and more.
What is the Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana?
This scheme by the Maharashtra government provides monthly direct cash benefits to women from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The goal is straightforward—help women gain control over their finances with simple access to funds, reducing economic vulnerabilities.
Who Is Eligible?
Wondering if you can apply? Here’s the checklist:
- Women aged 21 to 65 years
- Permanent residents of Maharashtra or married to Maharashtra residents
- Family annual income below ₹2.5 lakh
- Not receiving ₹1,500 or more per month from other Maharashtra govt. schemes
- No family member is a regular government employee, income-tax payer, or public office holder
- Family does not own a four-wheeler (tractors are permitted)
How to Apply: Easy Step-by-Step
No complicated paperwork here! Apply online or offline with these simple steps:
Online Application
- Visit ladakibahin.maharashtra.gov.in
- Register using your Aadhaar details and mobile number
- Upload documents: Aadhaar, bank passbook, income proof, age proof, residence certificate
- Submit and save your application ID
Offline Application
Visit your nearest Anganwadi Center, Ward Office, or Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra with required documents. Personal presence is necessary. No application fee is charged.
What Benefits Can You Expect?
- ₹1,500 per month transferred directly to your bank account
- Payments typically disbursed around the 15th of each month
- Government of Maharashtra has allocated a massive ₹46,000 crore budget to support lakhs of women
Who is Included and Excluded?
Here’s a quick summary:
| Included | Excluded |
|---|---|
| Women aged 21-65 from Maharashtra | Families with income tax payers |
| One unmarried woman beneficiary per family | Families with regular government employees or pensioners |
| Women with income below ₹2.5 lakh/year | Owners of four-wheel vehicles (cars, SUVs) |
| Widows, divorced, abandoned women | Women already receiving ₹1,500/month or more from state schemes |
FAQs About Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana
Q1: How can I check my application status?
Log in to the official portal, select “Applications Made Earlier,” and enter your application ID to see the status.
Q2: Can contractual or outsourced workers apply?
Yes, as long as they meet the income and other eligibility criteria, contractual and outsourced workers are eligible.
Q3: What if I own a tractor but no car?
Owning a tractor does not affect eligibility; only four-wheelers like cars and SUVs disqualify applicants.
Q4: Is offline application valid?
Yes, applications can be submitted offline at Anganwadi centers, Ward Offices, or Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendras at no cost, with mandatory applicant presence.
Q5: Can receiving help from other schemes reduce my Ladki Bahin benefits?
If your current government aid totals less than ₹1,500/month, this scheme will top it up to ₹1,500. If you already receive ₹1,500 or more, you aren’t eligible.
Q6: When did payments start?
Payments began in July 2024 and continue monthly after approval.
Q7: What happens in case of false information?
Strict monitoring is in place. False claims, including those of ineligible men, lead to disqualification and fund recovery.
For more information or to apply now, visit the official Ladki Bahin portal.