Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- Maharashtra domicile women aged 21-65
- Annual family income below ₹2.5 lakh
- Women with valid bank account (Aadhaar-linked)
- Married, unmarried, widowed, divorced, or abandoned women
Who Cannot Apply
- Women above 65 or below 21
- Women paying income tax
- Women receiving ₹1,500+ in other government pension
- Non-Maharashtra residents
Benefits
- ₹1,500 per month direct bank transfer
- Financial autonomy for women
- No income tax implications
Documents Required
- Maharashtra domicile certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank passbook (Aadhaar-linked)
- Income certificate
- Age proof
How to Apply
Online
- Visit the Maharashtra government portal or Aaple Sarkar
- Register and fill Ladki Bahin application form
- Upload documents and submit
Offline / CSC
- Visit nearest Aaple Sarkar Seva Kendra or Gram Panchayat
- Collect application form
- Submit with documents. Assistance is provided free of cost
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The scheme covers married women as well, provided other eligibility criteria are met.
Monthly, directly to the registered bank account on a fixed date.
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