Majhi Kanya Bhagyashree Yojana (Maharashtra)
One daughter₹50,000 FD (18 years)
Two daughters₹25,000 for each
Birth dateOn or after 1 August 2017
Income limitBelow ₹7.5 lakh
⚠️ This is based on a private website with some inconsistent points (family planning deadline etc.). Confirm with the department before applying.
What is the scheme?
Majhi Kanya Bhagyashree is a Maharashtra Government scheme for girls. A fixed deposit is made in the girl's name and its interest and principal can be withdrawn at set stages.
Key benefits
- ₹50,000 FD for one daughter, for 18 years
- ₹25,000 FD in each daughter's name for two daughters
- Interest can be withdrawn every six years
- ₹5,000 overdraft on the savings account and ₹1 lakh accident insurance (per one source)
Eligibility – who can apply
- Permanent resident of Maharashtra, BPL or APL family
- Girl born on or after 1 August 2017
- Annual family income below ₹7.5 lakh
- One or two daughters (twin girls in the second delivery also eligible)
- A family planning certificate must be given
Who is not eligible / things to note
- First and second child being a boy and a girl
- A third child in the family
- Girl marrying before 18 or dropping out of school (benefit stops)
Documents required
- Aadhaar card
- Girl's birth registration certificate
- Father's domicile certificate
- Joint bank account of mother and daughter
- Address proof
- Income certificate
- Photo and family planning certificate
How to apply (step by step)
- Take the free form from the Anganwadi centre (also available at CDPO/district office)
- Fill the form and attach all documents
- Submit at the Anganwadi centre
- An officer verifies it, approves it and the amount is deposited in the bank
Official sites are sometimes slow or down. If it doesn't open, try again later, or search the scheme name here: myScheme.gov.in ↗
Frequently asked questions
How much money is given?
A ₹50,000 FD for one daughter and ₹25,000 each for two daughters.
When must the family planning certificate be given?
Sources give different time limits, so ask the Anganwadi or department.
Where to apply?
At the nearest Anganwadi centre.
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.