Department of Women & Child Development and Social Welfare, West Bengal
Annapurna Bhandar Scheme (West Bengal)
₹3,000 per month (₹36,000/year) transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account
Monthly · ₹3,000 per installment
A West Bengal government cash-transfer scheme for women from economically weaker households, replacing and enhancing the earlier Lakshmir Bhandar scheme with a higher monthly benefit.
Am I Eligible?
Quick check — answer 3 questions
Is your age between 25 and 60 years?
Is your annual family income under ₹2.5 Lakh?
Do you live in West Bengal?
Benefit Details
₹3,000 per month (₹36,000/year) transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account
Provided by West Bengal Government
Monthly · ₹3,000 per installment
Eligibility Criteria
Women aged 25–60, permanent residents of West Bengal, not income-tax payers, not government employees/pensioners; existing Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries are automatically migrated
25 to 60 years
Up to ₹2.5 Lakh / year
Rural & Urban (Both)
Required Documents
💡 Tip: Keep original documents and 2 photocopies ready. Self-attest all photocopies.
How to Apply
Visit Social Registry portal
onlineGo to socialregistry.wb.gov.in and select your district
OTP verification
onlineEnter your mobile number and verify with OTP
Fill application
onlineProvide Aadhaar, bank, and Swasthya Sathi details
Verification
offlineApplication is verified by the local administration
Receive monthly payment
onlineAmount is credited to your bank account every month via DBT
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Summary
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Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY)
High interest rate of 8.2% p.a. (compounded annually); EEE tax benefit — 80C deduction (₹1.5 lakh/year) + tax-free interest + tax-free maturity; maturity amount used for girl's higher education or marriage after 18 years; guaranteed returns with no market risk; partial withdrawal (50%) allowed after age 18 for education
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)
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Lakhpati Didi Yojana
Skill training, low-interest SHG loans, and market linkage support to help each woman member earn ₹1 lakh or more per year
⚠️ Disclaimer: Information is compiled from official government sources for guidance purposes. Eligibility and benefits may vary. Always verify with the official portal or nearest government office before applying.
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