Chhattisgarh Mahatari Vandan Yojana

Financial Assistance of Rs. 1,000/- per month will be provided to all eligible women applicants under the Mahatari Vandan Yojana of the Government of Chhattisgarh. Every year, women beneficiaries will receive Rs. 12,000, which can improve their health and nutritional status, as well as that of their families.
Read here the complete details about the scheme.

Introduction of Chhattisgarh Mahatari Vandan Yojana: A Brief Insight

The Government of Chhattisgarh launched the Mahatari Vandan Yojana (महतारी वंदन योजना) on 1st March 2024 with a clear goal – to make women of the state financially self-reliant and improve their health and nutritional status. The Women
and Child Development Department implements this scheme across Chhattisgarh.

Under this scheme, the Chhattisgarh Government directly transfers Rs. 1,000/- every month into the Aadhaar-linked bank account of every eligible woman – that is Rs. 12,000/- per year. Any woman who is a permanent resident of Chhattisgarh and 21 years or older can apply. There is no minimum income requirement, though some ineligibility conditions apply to ensure transparency.

For the year 2026-2027, the Chhattisgarh Government has allocated a budget of Rs. 8,200 crore for the smooth implementation of Mahatari Vandan Yojana. So far, more than 70 lakh women beneficiaries have received over Rs. 14,000 crore since its launch – making it one of the largest direct benefit transfer schemes for women in Central India.

Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Ji released the 25th Instalment of Mahatari Vandan Yojana on 8th March 2026, under which around 69 lakh women received more than Rs. 650 Crore directly into their bank accounts. Women who want to check their
25th installment payment status – or find out why their payment was not credited – can contact the Child Development Program Officer (CDPO) of their area.

To apply, women can collect the offline application form from their nearest Anganwadi Centre, Gram Panchayat, Ward Office, or CDPO Office and submit it with the required documents. Once approved, Rs. 1,000/- gets transferred directly every month. Beneficiaries can also check their payment status anytime through the Official Mahatari Vandan Mobile App, available on both Google Play Store and Apple App Store.

If any woman has a grievance related to this scheme, she can directly file a complaint on the official website using her Beneficiary Code or registered Mobile Number.

The Chhattisgarh Government also launched the Mahatari Shakti Loan Scheme on 30th November 2024 exclusively for Mahatari Vandan beneficiaries. Under this scheme, women can avail a collateral-free loan of Rs. 25,000/- for self-employment purposes. You can also check the Complete List of Chhattisgarh Government Welfare Schemes for more such initiatives.

Benefits Provided to Eligible Beneficiaries

All Eligible Women will get the following benefits from the Chhattisgarh Government under its Mahatari Vandan Yojana:

• Monthly Financial Assistance will be provided to Women.
• Beneficiary Women will get Rs. 1,000/- per month.

Eligibility Conditions Required to be Fulfilled

Monthly Financial Assistance of Rs. 1,000/- per month will only be provided to those women beneficiaries who meet the below-mentioned eligibility criteria of the Government of Chhattisgarh’s Mahatari Vandan Yojana:

• Permanent Resident Women of Chhattisgarh are Eligible to Apply.
• The Age of the Applicant Women should not be less than 21 years.
• Widow, Abandoned and Divorcee Women Applicants are also Eligible to Apply.

Ineligibility Conditions of the Scheme

You should check the ineligibility conditions carefully before applying for the Mahatari Vandan Yojana. If the applicant falls under any of the categories listed below, she will not qualify to receive the monthly financial assistance provided by the Chhattisgarh Government.

• If any family member is an Income Tax payer.
• If any family member works as a permanent or contractual employee in the State Government, Central Government, Public Sector Undertaking (PSU), or any local body.
• If any family member is a current or former Member of Parliament (MP) or Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA).
• If any family member is a current or former President or Vice-President of any Central or State Government Board, Corporation, or Mandal.

Documents Required to be Attached

The documents that are needed mandatorily at the time of applying for the Mahatari Vandan Scheme of the Chhattisgarh Government are given below:

How Beneficiaries Can Apply to Avail the Benefit of this Scheme

Beneficiary women can apply for the Mahatari Vandan Yojana by submitting an Offline Application Form. Women can collect this form free of cost from any of the following government offices:

• Anganwadi Centres
• Gram Panchayat or Ward Office
• Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) Office
• Special Camps organised by the Government

After collecting the Mahatari Vandan Yojana Application Form,
fill it carefully without any mistakes and attach all required documents. Submit the completed form at the same office from where you collected it. After submission, government officials verify the details and enter them on the portal. Once the application gets final approval, Rs. 1,000/- per month gets transferred directly into the applicant’s Aadhaar-linked bank account.

The selected women’s list gets published on the official website. Women can check their Mahatari Vandan Yojana Application Status and Payment Status anytime using their Beneficiary Code or registered Mobile Number.

Women can also check the District-wise Final Beneficiary List of Mahatari Vandan Yojana directly on the official website to confirm their selection.

Common Rejection Reasons

• Sometimes women applicants face rejection of their application of the Mahtari Vandan scheme due to various reasons. Some of the rejection reasons with their solution are given below :-
  

  Reason of Rejection	Solution
  Inactive Aadhaar	Aadhaar Card is older than 10 years and not active. Check the status of your Aadhaar on the UIDAI website. If it shows inactive, then visit the Aadhaar centre and reactivate it.
  Aadhaar mapping doesn’t exist. Aadhaar is not mapped to the Account Number. Participant not mapped to the product	Aadhaar Number is not linked with the NPCI database. Visit the Bank and link your Aadhaar with your bank account.
  Account Closed	Bank Account is not active. Visit the bank account and open a new account.
  Account Blocked or Frozen	KYC is pending or due to Security reasons. Visit the Bank and perform KYC. Request the bank to unblock the Bank Account.
  KYC Document Pending	No KYC done in the Bank. Visit the Bank and Submit ID and Address Proof.
  Amount Exceeds Limit set on Account by Bank Account reaches the maximum Credit Limit set on the account by Bank	The bank sets the Credit Deposit Limit. Visit the Bank and increase the Credit Deposit Limit.
  Account Holder Expire	Bank Account Holder is dead. Visit the Bank and Submit the Death Certificate. The nominee or Legal Heir can claim the amount. Inform the department.
  Unclaimed DEAF Account YES NA	No Activity in Bank Account for a Long Time. Visit the Bank and Claim the Amount of the DEAF Account.
  Documents Pending for Account Holder turning minor	Bank Account is of a Minor. Submit the Documents once the holder turns to 18.
  Invalid Bank Identifier	Wrong IFSC Code or Bank Account Number, or Swift Code. Submit the Correct Details.

Important Application Forms

• Offline Application Form of Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh.
• Self Declaration Form of Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh.

Important Links Available

• Official Website of Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh.
• Application and Payment Status of Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh.
• Final Selection List of Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh.
• Grievance/ Complaint File for Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh.
• Mobile Application of Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh.
• Guidelines of Chhattisgarh Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh.
• Official Website of Women and Child Development Department Chhattisgarh.
• Contact Details of Women and Child Development Department Chhattisgarh.
• District Wise List of Chhattisgarh Mahatari Vanadan Yojana Control Room.

Contact Details in Case of Help Needed

• Helpline Number of Mahatari Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh :-
  • 0771 2220006.
  • 0771 2234192.
• Contact Email of Mahatati Vandan Yojana Chhattisgarh :- dirwcd.cg@gov.in.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the Mahatari Vandan Yojana and when was it launched?
  – It is a financial assistance scheme for women in Chhattisgarh, launched on 1st March 2024.
• Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
  – Any woman who is a permanent resident of Chhattisgarh and aged 21 years or above can apply.
• How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
  – Eligible women receive Rs. 1,000/- every month directly into their bank account.
• What are the modes of application for this scheme?
  – Applications can be submitted online through the official website, via offline forms, or through the mobile app.
• Can a widow or divorced woman apply for this scheme?
  – Yes, widowed, abandoned, and divorced women are eligible to apply under this scheme.
• Are there any income restrictions to apply for this scheme?
  – No income limit is set, but certain ineligibility conditions apply to ensure transparency.
• What documents are required during the application process?
  – Applicants need ID proof, Aadhaar, bank details, proof of residence, marital status documents, and a recent photograph.
• Where can one get the offline application form?
  – The form is available at Anganwadi centres, Gram Panchayats, Ward offices, CDPO offices, or special camps.
• What are the common reasons for rejection of an application?
  – Issues like inactive Aadhaar, unlinked bank accounts, closed accounts, or incorrect IFSC codes may lead to rejection.
• How can I check the status of my application or payment?
  – You can check it using your beneficiary code or registered mobile number on the official website.
• What is Mahatari Shakti Loan Scheme and who can benefit from it?
  – It’s a related initiative offering Rs. 25,000/- collateral-free loans to beneficiaries for self-employment.
• What should I do if my Aadhaar card is inactive during verification?
  – Visit the nearest Aadhaar centre to update or reactivate your card before reapplying.
• How do I download and use the official mobile application?
  – Download the app from Play Store, log in with your mobile number, and complete the application process as guided.
• Who is not eligible to apply for the Mahatari Vandan Yojana?
  – Women whose family members are income tax payees, government employees, or current/former MPs or MLAs are ineligible.
• Where can I raise a grievance or complaint related to this scheme?
  – Complaints can be submitted on the official website using your beneficiary code or mobile number.

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