Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, a program initiated on June 29, 2024, by the state of Maharashtra through the government is a scheme to empower financially women. The scheme is aimed at benefitting the eligible women distributed withing the state and offers them 1500 a month as a stipend to help them be economically independent of the state. By June 2025, 11 installments amounting to Rs 16,500 has been paid to beneficiaries who have enrolled at the start of the scheme.
₹500 is additionally given per month to the women who are already a part of PM Kisan or Namo Shetkari Samman Nidhi so as to guarantee a total annual benefit of 18,000 through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). In this scheme, women who enjoy other schemes, such as Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Yojana are excluded.
The government, with a little over 1.46 crore beneficiaries, has set aside the sum of 3600 crore to be dispensed as the June 2025 installment as revealed by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar. This program which was presented prior to the 2024 state elections is already in its first year and it is still under verification so that they can be sure that they are eligible. The plan highlights the determined willingness of Maharashtra to the welfare of women by ensuring financial sustainability of women and inclusiveness.
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An Overview of the Ladki Behin Yoajana
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch Date | June 29, 2024 |
| Objective | To promote financial independence and empowerment for the women belongs in Maharashtra |
| Monthly Stipend | ₹1500 per month is given to women who is eligible women |
| Adjusted Stipend | ₹500 per month for women also enrolled in PM Kisan or Namo Shetkari Samman Nidhi in this one it is to ensure total annual benefit of ₹18,000 via DBT |
| Total Disbursed (as of June 2025) | ₹16,500 has given to the women (11 installments for beneficiaries since inception) |
| Beneficiaries | Approximately 1.46 crore women across Maharashtra are benefited through this scheme |
| June 2025 Installment | ₹3600 crore allocated for distribution via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
| Exclusions | Women benefiting from schemes like Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Yojana they are not able to vail |
| Verification Process | Ongoing to ensure eligibility; names of ineligible beneficiaries removed |
| Key Announcement | By Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar has announced about this scheme futher updates are given below in during the monsoon session press conference |
| Scheme Anniversary | Completed one year on June 29, 2025 |
| Purpose | Introduced before 2024 state elections to support women’s financial stability |
Press Conference and Official Announcement
Hon. Ajit Dada Pawar, who is also the Finance Minister of Maharashtra, has shared this information. On the eve of the monsoon session of the state legislature, Chief Minister Hon. Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy Chief Minister Hon. Eknath Shinde, and Deputy Chief Minister Hon. Ajit Dada Pawar held a press conference. In this press conference, they provided details about the June installment, confirming that the funds will be distributed soon.
June Installment Details
In the press conference, Ajit Dada Pawar shared official information regarding the June installment. The women beneficiaries who were eagerly awaiting the June installment can now feel relieved, as the official announcement has been made. The funds for June are set to be credited soon, providing relief to all the women waiting for this update.
A significant decision was made on June 29, 2025, where the Chief Minister instructed that approximately ₹3600 crore has been sent via DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) for the Ladki Bahin Yojana, and the funds will be credited to the beneficiaries’ accounts today. This information was shared yesterday, meaning the funds will start being credited today. We urge all women to comment below those who have received the funds should write “Received,” and those who haven’t should write “Not Received.”
Scheme’s Anniversary and Past Disbursements
The Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana celebrated its first anniversary. After facing setbacks in the Lok Sabha elections, the Mahayuti coalition introduced this scheme before the state assembly elections. The first Government Resolution (GR) for the scheme was issued on June 29, 2024, and by June 29, 2025, the scheme completed one year. So far, 11 installments have been credited to the beneficiaries’ accounts.
Installment Details and Beneficiary Information
Through the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana, beneficiaries have received funds for 11 months. Each month, ₹1500 is credited to the beneficiaries’ accounts. The May installment was credited around June 7, 2025. Now, Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Dada Pawar has announced when the June 2025 installment will be credited. From July 2024 to May 2025, beneficiaries have received 11 installments totaling ₹16,500. Women who have been part of the scheme since its inception would have received this amount. Please comment below if you’ve received ₹16,500.
Special Provisions for Certain Beneficiaries
Some women receive only ₹500 under the Ladki Bahin Yojana. Beneficiaries who also receive funds from the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and Namo Shetkari Samman Nidhi schemes are entitled to ₹500 per month under this scheme, as per the GR. The government’s policy ensures that a beneficiary receives a total of ₹18,000 annually through DBT. For women receiving benefits from both PM Kisan (₹6000 annually) and Namo Shetkari (₹6000 annually), the remaining ₹6000 is provided through the Ladki Bahin Yojana at ₹500 per month. Approximately 7 to 8 lakh women benefit from both schemes.
Clarification on Other Schemes
The PM Kisan scheme is run by the central government, while the Namo Shetkari Samman Nidhi is a state government initiative. Together, these schemes provide ₹12,000 annually (₹6000 from each). The remaining ₹6000 is supplemented by the Ladki Bahin Yojana at ₹500 per month to ensure a total of ₹18,000 annually. However, women benefiting from other schemes like the Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Yojana receive ₹1500 under those schemes and are not eligible for the Ladki Bahin Yojana funds.
The Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana is a Maharashtra government initiative to provide financial assistance of ₹1,500 per month to eligible women aged 21–65 to promote economic independence, health, and nutrition. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to apply for the scheme, based on the latest available information:
Eligibility Criteria
Before applying, ensure you meet the following requirements:
- The following are the requirements before applying:
- Residency: He or she must be a resident of Maharashtra.
- Gender: the applicant should be a female (married, divorced, widowed, abandoned, destitute, or one unmarried lady per family).
- Age: 21 years to 65 years.
- Income: The annual income of family should not be more than 2.5 lakh rupees.
- Bank Account: It should possess a personal bank account with Aadhaar card.
- Exclusions: Women who get benefit of schemes such as Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Yojana are not eligible. Under such scheme, those who registered in PM Kisan or Namo Shetkari Samman Nidhi are also provided with 500 rupees per month to make it to 18,000 rupees per year.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card (linked to bank account)
- Domicile certificate (or alternative: voter ID, birth certificate, or husband’s domicile certificate for women born outside Maharashtra)
- Ration card (yellow/orange card holders don’t need an income certificate; white card holders need one)
- Income certificate (if applicable)
- Bank passbook (photocopy of the first page)
- Recent passport-sized photograph
- Marriage certificate (for newlyweds not listed on ration card)
How to Apply Online
- Visit ladakibahin.maharashtra.gov.in.
- Access the home page and click on the link to login the application as an applicant.
- Touch the option, Create Account.
- Enter your information (mobile number, password, captcha code) and press the button Signup.
- Use your mobile number, your password and the captcha code to log in.
- Hit the button, “Application of Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana.”
- Fill in your Aadhaar number and press verify.
- OTP will be sent to your mobile number that is associated with your Aadhaar. Get OTP to continue.
- Input personal information (name address, birth place, district, village-city, gram panchayat/ municipal corporation).
- Give information and details on bank account.
- Attach the scans of the obligatory papers (Aadhaar, domicile certificate, and so on).
Review all information and proceed with clicking on the button labeled, Submit. You will get a tracking ID via application ID (SMS).
How to Apply Offline
- Go to Anganwadi Sevika, Supervisor, Gram Sevika or Setu Suvidha Kendra, Community Resource Person (CRP), Asha Sevika, Ward Officer or Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra.
- It will be charged at no cost to obtain the form at these centers or download the same off the official site.
- Fill out all the correct details in the form, bind with the expected documents and place the form in the center. There is no fee to be paid.
Application via Narishakti Doot App
- Install an App Narishakti Doot from Google Play Store.
- Launch the app and tap on the name of the menu which is Narishakti Doot in the four options.
- Click on the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana.
- Select Self: to refer to yourself or Others to help a person.
- Fill out all necessary information line by line (place of birth, district and so on).
- The form should be filled in, and the documents needed uploaded.
Important Notes
- Deadline: The deadline of this application was set until October 15, 2024. Visit official and look out whether there are any further extensions.
- Status Check:
- Enter the page of the site, press the button to check status of Applications Made Earlier, and then insert your application ID.
- Helpline: 181 to get help or to know DBT status.
- Problems: Provided that the app does not work or the site is not available, you can call local authorities (Anganwadi or Setu Kendra) of the helpline. There were cases of locked forms or rejections in some users: go to a correction center.