Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana 2026: Eligibility, Benefits, Application Process

In the budget announced in February, the Madhya Pradesh government allocated a massive Rs 23,800 crore for the Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana, one of its flagship women welfare schemes aimed at making women financially independent. Despite the scheme's growing popularity across the state, many people are still unclear about its eligibility criteria, benefits, and application process. Here's a detailed look at the scheme.

What Is Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana?

The Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana is a financial assistance scheme launched by the Madhya Pradesh government on January 28, 2023, under the Department of Women and Child Development.

The scheme was launched after the government observed a significant gap in labour force participation between men and women. In rural areas, only 23.3% of women participate in the workforce compared to 57.7% of men, while in urban areas, women's participation stands at 13.6% against 55.9% for men. To address this disparity and improve women's economic and social well-being, the then Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan introduced the scheme.

Under the scheme, eligible women aged between 21 and 60 years from families with an annual income below Rs 2.5 lakh receive direct monthly financial assistance from the government. The initiative aims to strengthen women's financial security while also supporting their education, nutrition, healthcare, and self-employment opportunities. It is also intended to improve women's participation in household decision-making.

Initially, beneficiaries received Rs 1,000 per month under the scheme. The amount was increased to Rs 1,250 in October 2023 and was further raised to Rs 1,500 per month from November 2025.

Ladli Behna Yojana Eligibility

Women applying for the scheme must fulfil the following conditions:
•The beneficiary must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
•Only married women are eligible, including widows, divorced women, and women abandoned by their husbands.
•The applicant's age should be between 21 and 60 years.
•The annual family income should be less than Rs 2.5 lakh.

Benefits Of Ladli Behna Yojana

Financial Assistance

Eligible women receive Rs 1,500 every month, which can help cover expenses related to healthcare, education, nutrition, and daily livelihood needs.

Direct Bank Transfer

The amount is directly credited to beneficiaries' bank accounts on the 10th of every month through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), ensuring transparency and timely payments.

Educational Support

The financial assistance can also be used for educational purposes, including tuition fees, books, and other related expenses, helping women continue or support their education.

How To Apply For Ladli Behna Yojana?

Applicants can follow these steps to apply for the scheme:
Step 1: Visit the nearest Gram Panchayat, Ward Office, or designated campsite.
Step 2: Collect the Ladli Behna Yojana application form.
Step 3: Fill in the required details carefully in the application form.
Step 4: Attach all necessary documents.
Step 5: Submit the completed form at the same office or campsite.

After submission, applicants receive an application number that can be used to track the status of the application.

Documents Required For Ladli Behna Yojana

Applicants need to submit the following documents along with the application form:

•Aadhaar card
•DBT-enabled bank account details
•Family ID or Member ID issued through the Samagra Portal
•Marriage certificate