Delhi Laxmi Yojana (earlier Mahila Samriddhi Yojana)
Monthly amount₹2,500
Age21 to 60 years
Delhi residenceAt least 10 years
Family income₹2.5 lakh a year or less
⚠️ The start date, registration process and final eligibility rules changed at different times in the news. Confirm with the Delhi Government's official announcement before applying.
What is the scheme?
Under the Delhi Laxmi Yojana (earlier Mahila Samriddhi Yojana) the Delhi Government plans ₹2,500 a month for eligible women. Reports say it was launched around Raksha Bandhan 2026 with ₹5,100 crore set aside.
Key benefits
- ₹2,500 a month directly to the bank account (per reports)
- The eldest eligible woman in the family gets preference; only one woman per family benefits
Eligibility – who can apply
- Woman aged 21 to 60
- At least 10 years of residence in Delhi
- Annual family income ₹2.5 lakh or less
- Only one woman per family
Who is not eligible / things to note
- Applicant or a family member with a criminal record (per reports)
- Additional women in the same family
Documents required
- Aadhaar card
- Proof of 10 years' Delhi residence
- Income proof/declaration
- Aadhaar-linked bank account
- Mobile number
How to apply (step by step)
- Check registration status from the Delhi Government's official announcements and portal
- If registration is open, apply online and upload documents
- After verification, eligible women get the money
Frequently asked questions
How much will women in Delhi get?
As per reports, ₹2,500 a month for eligible women.
Is this the Mahila Samriddhi Yojana?
Yes, per reports the same scheme now has the name Delhi Laxmi Yojana.
How to apply?
The process and dates depend on official announcements, so check the Delhi Government portal.
Beware: Do not pay any agent or website in the name of applying for a government scheme. Applying on the official portal is generally free. Do not share OTP, PIN or confidential bank details with anyone.