About this social welfare scheme
The scheme “Annapurna Yojana” implemented by the Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal aims to provide assured monthly financial assistance to eligible women residing in the state for their empowerment and socio-economic upliftment. Under the scheme, el
The scheme “Annapurna Yojana” implemented by the Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal aims to provide assured monthly financial assistance to eligible women residing in the state for their empowerment and socio-economic upliftment. Under the scheme, eligible women receive Rs. 3,000/- per month through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The financial assistance is credited directly into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary. Existing beneficiaries of the "Lakshmir Bhandar" Scheme are migrated to the "Annapurna Yojana" subject to prescribed conditions. Online application facilities for new applicants are available through the Annapurna Yojana Portal from 1st June, 2026.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Annapurna Yojana (AYWB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department |
| Launch year | 2026 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · West Bengal |
| Official portal | socialregistry.wb.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Age | 25 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 25 to 60 years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Monthly Financial Assistance: Eligible women receive Rs. 3,000/- per month.
Note:
- Mode of Disbursement: The financial assistance is transferred through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
- Bank Account Requirement: The amount is credited to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a woman.
- The applicant must be aged between 25 to 60 years,
- The applicant must not be in any permanent government employment getting regular salary/ pension under the union or this state government, any statutory body, government undertaking, panchayat, municipal body, local body; teaching or non-teaching employment under this state government's aided educational institution, etc.
- The applicant must not be paying any Income Tax.
Notes:
- All the existing beneficiaries of the "Lakshmir Bhandar" Scheme shall be migrated to the "Annapurna Yojana" except dead, shifted, deleted, and absentee electors identified during SIR-2026, deletion in the 2™ list after publication of draft list, deleted after adjudication, ASDD found during voter slip distribution.
- Beneficiaries who have filed an appeal before the SIR Tribunal/applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act shall get financial assistance under the New Scheme till disposal of their applications. Likewise, names of dead and shifted beneficiaries will be deleted in the future on a regular basis.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 1: The applicant must visit the official "Annapurna Yojana" application portal.
Step 2: Select the district name from the dropdown and enter the mobile number.
Step 3: In the next window, the "Family Level Data Collection" form will appear.
Step 4: Enter all the required details of the Head of the Family, followed by the other members' details as well.
Step 5: Upload relevant documents and click on the "Submit" button.
Step 6: Note down the Application ID for future reference.
Important dates
| Launch / start | 19 May 2026 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is "Annapurna Yojana"?
"Annapurna Yojana" is a scheme of the Government of West Bengal that provides Rs. 3,000/- per month to eligible women for empowerment and socio-economic upliftment.
Which department implements the scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Women and Child Development and Social Welfare Department, Government of West Bengal.
Who can apply for the scheme?
Women residing in West Bengal and aged between 25 years and 60 years can apply for the scheme subject to eligibility conditions.
How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
Eligible beneficiaries receive Rs. 3,000/- per month under the scheme.
How is the financial assistance transferred?
The financial assistance is transferred directly to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Can government employees apply for the scheme?
No. Women in permanent government employment or receiving regular government salary or pension are not eligible.
Are Income Tax payers eligible for the scheme?
No. Income Tax payers are not eligible under the scheme.
What happens to Lakshmir Bhandar beneficiaries?
Existing eligible beneficiaries of Lakshmir Bhandar Scheme are automatically migrated to Annapurna Yojana.
Who verifies the applications?
Authorized government officials verify the applications through enquiry and verification procedures.
Can beneficiaries continue receiving benefits if they have filed appeals before the SIR Tribunal?
Yes. Beneficiaries who have filed appeals before the SIR Tribunal or applications under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act continue receiving benefits till disposal of their applications.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines wcdsw.wb.gov.in
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