State: Maharashtra, India
Department: Women and Child Development Department, Government of Maharashtra
Launched: June 2024
Main objective: To promote women’s financial independence, improve health and nutrition, and strengthen women’s role in family decision-making.
The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹1,500 per month to eligible women, transferred directly to their bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
2. Eligibility criteria
Women generally need to meet the following conditions to qualify for the scheme:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Gender | Female |
| Age | 21–65 years |
| Residence | Resident of Maharashtra |
| Family income | Annual income not exceeding ₹2.5 lakh |
| Bank account | Aadhaar-linked bank account |
| Marital status | Married, widowed, divorced, abandoned or destitute women, and one unmarried woman per family |
Certain exclusions apply, including specified government employment or pension circumstances, income-tax-paying family members, and family ownership of a four-wheeler other than a tractor. Refer to the official scheme guidelines for the complete conditions.
3. Benefits of the scheme
- Financial assistance: ₹1,500 per month for eligible beneficiaries.
- Economic independence: Helps women manage personal and household expenses.
- Health and nutrition: Supports women’s nutritional and health needs.
- Women’s empowerment: Encourages greater financial autonomy.
Documents generally required
- Aadhaar card.
- Maharashtra residence or domicile proof.
- Income certificate, where applicable.
- Ration card, where applicable.
- Bank account details linked to Aadhaar.
- Photograph of the applicant.
- Marriage certificate, where applicable.
Requirements can vary depending on the applicant’s circumstances. Check the official portal for the current requirements