The Madhya Pradesh Government launched the Ladli Behna Yojana to provide financial assistance to all eligible married women in the state. Under this scheme, the eligible women get Rs. 1,500 every month. The 29th installment worth Rs. 1,541 crore was credited in October 2025, just before Diwali.
Key Highlights
- Beneficiaries: Married women residing in Madhya Pradesh
- Eligibility Age Limit: 21 to 60 years
- Family Income Limit: Below Rs. 2.5 lakh per annum
- Mode of Payment: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) every month
- Application Mode: Offline through Gram Panchayat/Ward Office/Campsite
- Helpline Number: 0755-2700800
Ladli Behna Yojana is a financial assistance scheme launched by the Madhya Pradesh Government on 28 January 2023 to uplift married women and promote economic self-reliance. It provides direct monthly cash transfers to women aged 21–60 years belonging to families earning less than Rs. 2.5 lakh annually.
The scheme aims to support women’s education, nutrition, and self-employment while improving their role in household decision-making.
The Madhya Pradesh Government announced a Diwali special increase in the Ladli Behna payout from Rs. 1,250 to Rs. 1,500 per month.
In Madhya Pradesh, women’s labour participation is less than that of men in the state.
Considering the above scenario, the Madhya Pradesh Government launched the Ladli Behna Scheme or Ladli Behna Yojana to continuously improve the health and economic independence of women in the state, the nutritional level of their dependent children, and their decisive role in the family.
One of the primary objectives of the Ladli Behna Yojana is to promote the financial well-being of the married women of Madhya Pradesh. Here are the other objectives of the Ladli Behna Yojana:
The eligibility of the Ladli Behna Yojanais is as follows:
The following are ineligible to apply for this scheme:
Only married women residing in Madhya Pradesh aged between 21 and 60 are eligible to apply for the Ladli Behna Yojana of Madhya Pradesh. The women must be 21 years old on 1 January of the application year.
The Ladli Behna Yojana is a powerful initiative for women’s progress in the state, which caters to several benefits for them. These include the following:
This Yojana aims to provide financial support to the state's women. Hence, the women beneficiaries will receive a monthly transfer of Rs. 1,500 to their bank accounts. This financial aid from the state government can benefit them for various purposes, such as healthcare, education, and livelihood.
The Yojana ensures a safe and secured fund transfer to the bank accounts of the women beneficiaries. On the 10th of every month, the amount gets credited to the accounts, ensuring an even distribution of financial assistance and maintaining appropriate transparency.
The Scheme also promises to provide educational assistance to eligible women. The financial aid received by the government of Madhya Pradesh can be used to cover the cost of books, tuition fees and other related educational expenses.
According to the Ladli Behna Yojana, all the women beneficiaries of Madhya Pradesh shall receive Rs. 1,500 every month. The amount will be credited to their bank accounts on the 10th of every month, ensuring a safe and secured fund transfer.
The Ladli Behna Yojana last date for registration was 20 August 2023, marking the closure of the initial application phase that began on 25 July 2023. As of October 2025, no new registrations are open, and only the previously approved beneficiaries continue to receive monthly payments through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
The Madhya Pradesh government is expected to announce the next registration phase on the official website.
Eligible beneficiaries can get the Ladli Behna Yojana Form from the nearest Gram Panchayat, Ward Office, or Campsite. However, before obtaining the form, the married woman must have completed the Aadhaar e-KYC on the Samagra portal through OTP or biometric and have a bank account in her name linked with her Aadhaar card.
Follow the below steps to fill out and submit the Ladli Behna Yojana Form:
Step 1: Visit your nearest Gram Panchayat, Ward Office or Campsite.
Step 2: Ask for a Ladli Behna Yojana application form.
Step 3: Fill out the application form carefully, providing the required information in their designated places.
Step 4: Attach the essential documents with the form.
Step 5: Once done, submit the duly filled application form to the nearest Gram Panchayat, Ward Office or Campsite.
After you submit the application form, you will get an application number. You can use this number to track your application status. Once your application is processed, you can check your name on the beneficiary list.
The documents required to be attached with the Ladli Behna Yojana form are as follows:
Eligible women must have completed their Aadhaar e-KYC on the Samagra website and link their Aadhaar with their bank account to receive the scheme amount. Here's how you can complete your e-KYC online:
Step 1: Visit the Samagra website.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Do e-KYC’ option under the ‘Update Overall Profile’ heading on the homepage.
Step 3: Enter your Samagra ID, captcha code and click ‘Search’.
Step 4: Next, enter your mobile number linked to Aadhaar number.
Step 5: Enter the OTP received on your mobile number.
Step 6: Enter your Aadhaar card number and OTP received to the Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
Step 7: Upload the address and date of birth proof documents and click ‘Submit’. The e-KYC process will be completed.
You can also complete your e-KYC by visiting the nearest ration shop, CSC Kiosk or MP Online Center.
Once you receive your application number, you can track the status of your application by following a few steps:
Step 1: Visit the official website of the Mukhya Mantri Ladli Behna Yojana.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Application and Payment Status’ option.
Step 3: Enter your registration or application number and captcha code and click ‘Send OTP’.
Step 4: You will then receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP in the designated place and click the ‘Search’ option.
You will be able to see the status of your application or the number of payments that have been disbursed to your bank account. You can also check the application status by visiting the nearest Gram Panchayat, Ward Office or Campsite.
When your application is processed and you are eligible to receive the benefits of Ladli Behna Yojana, your name will be added to the beneficiary list. The women whose names appear on the beneficiary list will get Rs.1,250 every month. Thus, it is important to check the beneficiary list. Below are the steps to check your name on the Ladli Behna Yojana list:
Step 1: Visit the official website of the Mukhya Mantri Ladli Behna Yojana.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Final List’ option.
Step 3: Enter your mobile number and captcha code and click ‘Send OTP’.
Step 4: You will then receive an OTP on your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP in the designated place and click the ‘Search’ option. The beneficiary list will be displayed on the screen.
The Ladli Behna Yojana 2025 represents a major stride in women’s welfare by offering Rs. 1,500 monthly assistance to over 1.26 crore women in Madhya Pradesh. Although new registrations are temporarily closed, the consistent disbursal of funds through DBT showcases the state’s commitment to women’s empowerment and economic equality.
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