Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana 2026 (माझी लाडकी बहीण योजना)

Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana is a Maharashtra government welfare initiative created to provide financial support and social security to women from economically weaker families. The scheme focuses on improving living standards, encouraging education, and promoting independence among women.

Under this program, eligible beneficiaries receive direct monthly financial assistance along with support related to health, education, and overall welfare. The main objective is to reduce gender inequality and help families provide equal opportunities and a secure future for women.

Benefits of Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana

• Monthly financial assistance for daily expenses and education support.
• Direct economic relief for low-income households.
• Encourages families to prioritise girls’ education instead of early marriage.
• Promotes equal opportunities for women.
• Improves access to healthcare and nutrition.
• Provides skill development and self-employment support.
• Helps reduce school dropout rates.
• Improves the social and financial status of women.
• Offers long-term financial security.
• Increases confidence and empowerment among women.

Ladki Bahin Yojana Instalment Payment Details

Installment	Release Date	Amount	Remarks
15th Installment (Sept)	10 October 2025	₹1500	Released
14th Installment (Aug)	11 September 2025	₹1500	Released
13th Installment (July)	06 August 2025	₹1500	Released
12th Installment (June)	07 July 2025	₹1500	Released
11th Installment (May)	05 June 2025	₹1500	Released
10th Installment (April)	03 May 2025	₹1500	Released
9th & 8th Installment	08 & 12 March 2025	₹3000	Combined payment
7th Installment (Jan)	25 January 2025	₹1500	Released
6th Installment (Dec)	25 December 2024	₹1500	Released
5th & 4th Installment	04 October 2024	₹3000	Combined payment
3rd Installment	25–30 September 2024	₹1500 & ₹4500	Released
1st & 2nd Installment	14–17 August 2024	₹3000	Combined payment

Majhi Ladki Bahin eKYC Process

1. Visit the official Ladki Bahin Yojana Maharashtra gov in ekyc.
2. Enter the beneficiary’s Aadhaar number and CAPTCHA code.
3. Agree to Aadhaar authentication and click Send OTP.
4. Enter the OTP received on the Aadhaar-linked mobile number and submit.

1. Provide father’s or husband’s Aadhaar details and verify via OTP.
2. Select the caste category and confirm the declaration.
3. Submit the form — a confirmation message will appear after successful verification.

Completing e-KYC Ladki Bahin is mandatory to continue receiving the ₹1,500 monthly payment. The process can be done online using Aadhaar and a registered mobile number.

Important Dates of Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana

• Application Start Date: 1 July 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 15 October 2026

Eligibility Criteria for Ladki Bahin Yojana

• Applicant must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra.
• Married, widowed, divorced, abandoned or destitute women can apply (only one unmarried woman per family allowed).
• Age must be between 21 and 65 years.
• Aadhaar-linked personal bank account is required.
• Annual family income must be below ₹2.5 lakh.

Ladki Bahin Yojana Ineligibility Conditions

Applicants are not eligible if:

• Family income exceeds ₹2.5 lakh per year.
• Any family member is an income taxpayer.
• A family member is a permanent government employee or pensioner.
• The applicant already receives ₹1,500 or more monthly under another government scheme.
• A family member is a current/former MP or MLA.
• A family member holds a senior position in a government board or corporation.
• A four-wheeler vehicle (except a tractor) is registered in the family’s name.

Application Process (Online & Offline) – Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana

1. Online Application Process

Women can apply from home using a mobile or a computer.

Step-by-Step Online Registration

Step 1: Visit the official ladki bahin maharashtra gov in/ (Nari Shakti Doot App).

Step 2: Click on “New Registration”.

Step 3: Enter your mobile number and verify with OTP.

Step 4: Fill in personal details:

• Name (as per Aadhaar)
• Date of Birth
• Address
• Marital status
• Family income

Step 5: Enter Aadhaar details and verify.

Step 6: Add bank account details (Aadhaar-linked bank account is required).

Step 7: Upload required documents (photo + PDFs).

• Check all details carefully.
• Submit the application form.
• Note down the application number for future status tracking.

After verification, eligible women will start receiving ₹1,500 monthly directly into their bank account (DBT).

2. Offline Application Process

Women who cannot apply online (no smartphone/internet) can apply free of cost through nearby government centres.

Where to Apply?

You can visit any of these centres:

• Anganwadi Centre
• Gram Panchayat Office
• Ward Office / Municipal Office
• Setu Suvidha Kendra
• Common Service Centre (CSC)
• Women & Child Development Department Office

Step-by-Step Offline Form Submission

1. Visit the nearest Anganwadi/CSC/Gram Panchayat office.
2. Ask for the Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana Application Form.
3. Fill the form carefully in block letters.
4. Attach required documents (photocopies).
5. Paste a passport-size photograph.
6. Submit the form to the officer.
7. The officer will upload your application to the government portal.
8. Collect the acknowledgement receipt/application number.

After verification by district authorities, the benefit will be credited to your bank account.

Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana Application Status

Don’t wait blindly for the instalment. You can verify in 2–3 minutes whether your form is approved, pending, or rejected. Just follow this properly:

Step-by-Step Process

1. Open the official website of Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana.
2. On the homepage, click “Beneficiary / Applicant Login” or “Application Status” option.
3. Enter your registered mobile number or application/registration number.
4. Complete the OTP verification sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
5. After login, go to “Application Status / Payment Status” in the dashboard.
6. Your status will appear on the screen.

Required Documents for Majhi Ladki Bahin

• Aadhaar Card
• Domicile Certificate / Birth Certificate / School Leaving Certificate
• Income Certificate or Yellow/Orange Ration Card
• Self-declaration or guarantee letter
• Bank passbook
• Husband’s documents (if the applicant was born outside Maharashtra)
• Passport-size photograph

Helpline Information

Women and Child Development Department, Maharashtra
3rd Floor, New Administrative Building
Madame Cama Road, Hutatma Rajguru Chowk
Mumbai – 400032, Maharashtra

Toll-Free Helpline: 181

Frequently Asked Questions