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.
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